UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) II 2026. The online application process has started from 20 May 2026, and eligible candidates can submit the application form till 09 June 2026. The written examination for UPSC CDS 2 2026 will be conducted on 13 September 2026. Through this recruitment examination, candidates will get admission into the Indian Military Academy, the Indian Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, and the Officers’ Training Academy courses.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Candidates who want to join the defense services through CDS 2 2026 should carefully read the official notification before applying. The application process will be completed in online mode only through the UPSC online portal. UPSC has also instructed candidates to use the Aadhaar Card for the smooth verification and authentication process.
UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) II 2026 |
| Notification Number | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Total Vacancies | 451 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Release Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 June 2026, 06:00 pm |
| Written Examination Date | 13 September 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| General | ₹ 944/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD (Punjab Domicile) | ₹ 472/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification Age Limit
The age limit to apply for UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 varies according to the course.
- For the Indian Military Academy and the Indian Naval Academy, unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible.
- For the Air Force Academy, candidates should be born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2007.
- For Officers Training Academy (Men and Women), candidates should be born not earlier than 01 July 2002 and not later than 01 July 2008.
UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification Post Details
| Post / Course Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 | Any Graduate |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 | B.Tech or B.Sc. with Physics as core/ elective subject and Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 32 | Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.Tech |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) Men | 275 | Any Graduate |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) Women | 18 | Any Graduate |
UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification Bharti Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification involves the following steps:
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview / Personality Test
- Documents Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification Online Form
- Check the eligibility from the UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification official notification pdf
- Fill out the application form or visit the Official site
- Upload the required documents
- Pay Fees
- Print the Application Form
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What is the Start Date of the UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification
20 May 2026
What is the Last Date of the UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Notification
09 June 2026