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 11 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 defence 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 Requirement 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 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 20 May 2026 |
| Closing Date of Application | 11 June 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Examination Schedule | 13 September 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 200/- |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | Nil |
UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Requirement Age Limit
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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 Requirement 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 Requirement Bharti Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Requirement involves the following steps:
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
- Academy Allotment.
How to Apply for UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Requirement Online Form
- Check the eligibility from the UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Requirement official notification pdf
- Complete Universal Registration Number (URN) registration. (For Fresher)
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Complete the Examination Specific Module.
- 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 Requirement
20 May 2026
What is the Last Date of The UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Requirement
11 June 2026 (06:00 PM)