UPSC Combined Defence Services CDS II Recruitment 2026

Important Dates

  • Online Apply Start Date : 20 May 2026
  • Online Apply Last Date : 09 June 2026
  • Last Date For Fee Payment : 09 June 2026
  • Exam Date : 13 September 2026
  • Admit Card : Before Exam
  • Result Date : Will Be Updated Here Soon
  • Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website.

Application Fee

  • General / OBC : ₹ 200/-
  • SC / ST : ₹ 0/-
Payment Mode (Online):
  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
  • Internet Banking
  • IMPS
  • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

Age Limit As Per UPSC Rules

  • Candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible.
  • Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Examination 2026 rules.

Total Post

451 Posts

UPSC Combined Defence Services CDS II Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details

Post Name No. Of Post
Indian Military Academy (IMA) 100
Air Force Academy 32
Indian Naval Academy 26
Officers Training Academy (OTA) 293

UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria

  • For IMA & OTA : Must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
  • For Naval Academy : Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • For Air Force : Must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream, but should have studied Physics and Math in 10+2.
  • For more details read the official notification before applying.

How To Fill UPSC CDS II Online Form 2026

  • Interested candidates who wish to apply for the UPSC post can submit their application online before 09 June 2026.
  • Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
  • Alternatively, visit the official website of UPSC to complete the application process online.
  • Make sure to complete the application before the deadline 09 June 2026.
  • Note : छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरे । (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)

UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 : Mode Of Selection

  • Written Test
  • SSB Interview