The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the merit list for the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2023, revealing the names of 341 candidates who have successfully qualified. This selection paves the way for their admission into the prestigious Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai. The merit list includes candidates for two distinct courses: the 119th Short Service Commission Course (Men) (NT) (UPSC) and the 33rd Short Service Commission Women (Non-Technical) (UPSC) Course, both of which are set to commence in April 2024.
CDS 1 2023 OTA Men Toppers
| S.NO. | ROLL NO | NAME |
|---|---|---|
| AIR 1 | 1105699 | AMAN SOMRA |
| AIR 2 | 0803512 | RAHUL SINGH TANWAR |
| AIR 3 | 0809099 | ARPIT AGGARWAL |
| AIR 4 | 5906624 | SUDHANSHU |
| AIR 5 | 3510637 | ROSHAN CHIRAG SINGH DHALIWAL |
| AIR 6 | 3500904 | MADHAV SHARMA |
| AIR 7 | 0809639 | TUSHAR |
| AIR 8 | 1402966 | DIGVIJAY DHAYAL |
| AIR 9 | 0819264 | HARSHIT MATHUR |
| AIR 10 | 0100015 | VISHAL SHAHI |
CDS 1 2023 OTA Women Toppers
| S.NO. | ROLL NO | NAME |
|---|---|---|
| AIR 1 | 0817397 | PUNAM KUMARI |
| AIR 2 | 5905575 | SHRUTI SINGH |
| AIR 3 | 6302626 | KANCHAN SHERAWAT |
| AIR 4 | 2610358 | ADITI MISHRA |
| AIR 5 | 3600310 | ANUSHREE GOPALAKRISHNAN |
| AIR 6 | 5905849 | ANSHU SOM |
| AIR 7 | 0402699 | TUSHITA SINGH |
| AIR 8 | 0815190 | ANKITA BISHNOI |
| AIR 9 | 1109313 | DEEPIKA KANWAR |
| AIR 10 | 6302212 | ANJALI GILL |
The breakdown of the merit list reveals a mix of new candidates and some who had previously been recommended from the same examination for admission to various other military academies, including the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, the Naval Academy in Ezhimala, Kerala, and the Air Force Academy in Hyderabad. The inclusion of candidates from other streams highlights the integrated approach of the defence services in India.
As per the government’s intimation, the vacancy numbers for these courses are set at 170 for the 119th Short Service Commission Course (Men) and 17 for the 33rd Short Service Commission Women (Non-Technical) Course. This announcement marks a significant step in fulfilling these vacancies with qualified and deserving candidates.
Notably, the merit list has been prepared without considering the medical examination results of the candidates. Furthermore, the UPSC has emphasized that all candidacies are provisional at this stage. The verification of the candidates’ date of birth and educational qualifications will be conducted by the Army Headquarters, which is a critical step in the finalization of their selection.
For candidates seeking more information regarding their results, the UPSC has facilitated access through its official website [http://www.upsc.gov.in]. Additionally, the commission plans to make the marks of the candidates available on their website within 15 days of declaring the final results. These marks will be accessible for a period of 30 days, offering transparency and insight into the selection process.
The UPSC has also drawn attention to its scheme of PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF SCORES AND OTHER DETAILS OF NON-RECOMMENDED CANDIDATES. This scheme allows candidates who were not recommended to access their scores and related details, offering them an opportunity to understand their performance. Such candidates can exercise this option while downloading their marks, a move that aligns with the commission’s commitment to maintaining a transparent and fair selection process.
In conclusion, the release of the CDS 1 2023 OTA Merit List marks a significant milestone in the journey of 347 aspiring defence personnel. It not only signifies their individual achievements but also reflects the rigorous standards and comprehensive selection process upheld by the UPSC and the Ministry of Defence. As these candidates prepare to embark on their training at the Officers Training Academy, they stand at the threshold of a challenging yet rewarding career in the service of the nation.
