Name of Post: UPSC CDS II 2026 Notification Out for 451 Defence Academy Vacancies – Apply Online Now
Post Date : 21-May-2026
Short Information : UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 notification released for 451 posts in IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. Apply online and check eligibility, age limit, selection process, and important dates.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

UPSC CDS-II Exam 2026 – Complete Overview

Union Public Service Commission ne Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS-II) 2026 ka official notification release kar diya hai. Ye exam un graduates ke liye conduct hota hai jo Indian Army, Navy aur Air Force me officer banna chahte hain.

Short Details Of The Official Notification

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Important Date

  • Application Start Date: 20/05/2026
  • Online Apply Karne ki Last Date: 09/06/2026
  • Exam Fee Payment Last Date: 09/06/2026
  • Correction Date: Schedule ke according update ki jayegi.
  • Exam Date: 13/09/2026
  • Admit Card Availability: Exam se pehle official website par release hoga.

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹200/-
  • SC / ST / Female Candidates: ₹0/-

Fee Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking ya E-Challan ke through exam fee submit ki ja sakti hai.

UPSC CDS 2/2026 Recruitment 2026: Age Limit

  • Minimum: 20 years
  • Maximum: 24 years
  • Age Relaxation: For more complete information, please read the UPSC CDS 2/2026 Notification 2026.

UPSC CDS-II Recruitment 2026 Eligibility & Post Details (Total: 451 Posts)

Union Public Service Commission ne Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS-II) 2026 ke liye total 451 vacancies announce ki hain. Ye vacancies Indian Army, Navy aur Air Force academies ke different courses ke liye release ki gayi hain.


Academy / Training Institute Total Vacancies Academy / Training Institute Total Vacancies
Indian Military Academy (IMA) 100 Indian Naval Academy 26
Air Force Academy 32 Officers Training Academy (OTA) 293

UPSC CDS-II Exam 2026 – Online Form Fill Up (Step by Step Guide)

Union Public Service Commission ne Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS-II) 2026 ke liye online application process start kar diya hai. Candidates 20 May 2026 se 09 June 2026 tak apply kar sakte hain.


  • Step 1: UPSC OTR (One Time Registration) Complete Karo – UPSC exams me apply karne ke liye OTR mandatory hota hai. UPSC portal open karo, mobile number & email ID verify karo, basic details fill karo aur login ID & password create karo. 👉 OTR ek baar complete hone ke baad future UPSC forms me bhi use hota hai.
  • Step 2: Official Notification Carefully Read Karo – Form bharne se pehle eligibility check karo, age limit samjho, academy options (IMA / INA / AFA / OTA) verify karo aur important instructions dhyan se padho. 👉 Notification read karna bahut zaroori hai.
  • Step 3: Required Documents Ready Rakho – Graduation marksheet/details, Aadhaar Card / Valid ID Proof, address details, passport size photo, signature scan aur category certificate (if applicable) ready rakho.
  • Step 4: Scanned Documents Ready Karo – Photo clear aur recent honi chahiye, signature white paper par ho, documents blur nahi hone chahiye aur official size & format instructions follow karo.
  • Step 5: CDS-II Application Form Fill Karo – Login karne ke baad personal details fill karo, educational qualification enter karo, academy preference choose karo, exam center select karo aur address details carefully fill karo. 👉 Har detail correctly enter karo.
  • Step 6: Documents Upload Karo – Photograph upload karo, signature upload karo aur ID proof upload karo (if required).
  • Step 7: Application Fee Payment – Online payment (UPI / Debit Card / Net Banking) karo. Fee successful hone ke baad hi form complete maana jayega. 👉 Agar fee required hai aur payment nahi hua, toh form incomplete rahega.
  • Step 8: Preview Carefully Check Karo – Final submit se pehle name spelling, DOB, academy preference, exam center aur photo & signature verify karo. 👉 Ek baar submit hone ke baad correction difficult ho sakta hai.
  • Step 9: Final Submit & Print Out – Final submit button click karo, confirmation page download karo aur print out nikaal kar safe rakho.

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Frequently Asked Questions

UPSC CDS II 2026 is a national-level defence recruitment examination conducted for admission into Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers Training Academy.

A total of 451 vacancies have been released for various defence academies through the UPSC CDS II 2026 notification.

Candidates who have completed or are appearing in a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university can apply, depending on the academy-wise eligibility conditions.

The age limit varies according to the academy. Generally, candidates should be between 19 to 25 years as specified in the official notification.

The selection process includes a written examination, SSB interview, document verification, and medical examination.

Candidates can apply online through the UPSC official website by completing the One Time Registration process, filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the required fee.

The last date to submit the CDS II 2026 online application form is expected to be 9 June 2026.

The UPSC CDS II 2026 written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 13 September 2026 across various exam centers in India.

Yes, final year graduation students can apply, provided they complete their degree before the date specified by UPSC.

Yes, candidates selected through CDS and successfully completing training are appointed as commissioned officers in the Indian Armed Forces.


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