CDS 2 2025 Application Form Out – Registration Link Active, Know Changes

UPSC CDS 2025: The registration link for CDS 2 is now available, with several changes. Candidates can check the revised application steps for CDS 2 here.

CDS 2 Application Form: The Union Public Service Commission is accepting applications for CDS 2. Eligible candidates can complete the CDS 2 2025 application online by June 17, 2025. The CDS 2 application form can now be completed on the new portal: upsconline.nic.in. To complete the CDS 2 2025 application form, candidates must first create an account and log in using their registered email and password, mobile number with OTP, or Universal Registration Number (URN), along with the CAPTCHA code.

CDS 2 2025 Registration New Changes & Application Steps

The UPSC Online Application Portal now has four sections: three are always accessible, while the fourth is activated only during specific exam application periods. The old One-Time Registration (OTR) system is no longer valid, so all candidates must re-register for CDS 2 and upload their documentation to the new portal.

Steps to Register for CDS 2

1. Visit upsconline.nic.in
2. Scroll to the "Account Creation" section.
3. Register with your email, mobile phone number, and the required information.
4. Verify your email/mobile phone number, set a password, and submit the form.
5. Log in using:
1. Email ID & password
2. Mobile number & OTP
3. Universal Registration Number (URN) & password
4. Complete the Captcha code

UPSC New Portal: Universal Registration:

After logging in, access the Universal Registry link on the home page. Complete three profiles:

1. Identity Profile (name, gender, DOB, etc.)
2. Matriculation Board Profile (Class 10 details)
3. Aadhaar/Photo ID (Aadhaar preferred)

Data can be edited until URN is generated.

Complete CDS 2 Application (CAF):

Fill 10 modules, ending with Photo & Signature:

1. Personal, Parent, Social Category, Disability, Address, Education, Work Experience, Achievements, UPSC History, and Photo & Signature.

Once done, they can apply for CDS 2 or any UPSC exam from the dashboard.