UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II 2026
Exam Date
Sep 13, 2026
Exam Mode
Offline
Vacancies
451
Status
Upcoming
UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II 2026
| Board | |
|---|---|
| Organizing Board | Union Public Service Commission |
| Department/Unit | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Notification Date | 20 May, 2026 |
| Status | Upcoming |
| Application | |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 20 May, 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 9 June, 2026 |
| Fees | ₹200 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates; SC/ST candidates and all Female candidates: No Fee |
| Fees Last Date | 9 June, 2026 |
| Correction Window | 10 June, 2026 to 16 June, 2026 |
| Exam | |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Post Name | Combined Defence Services Examination II 2026 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree, Degree in Engineering, B.E./B.Tech |
| Skills Required | Leadership, communication, analytical ability, reasoning, general awareness, physical fitness, mental toughness, decision-making, teamwork, discipline, officer-like qualities |
| Additional Eligibility | Indian citizen or eligible subject, medically fit, marital status and age criteria vary, physical fitness standards |
| Age Limit | IMA/INA: 02-07-2003 to 01-07-2008, AFA: 20-24 years, OTA: 02-07-2002 to 01-07-2008 |
| Benefits | Military Service Pay, Dearness Allowance, Transport Allowance, High Altitude/Field Area Allowances, accommodation, medical facilities, canteen benefits, leave travel concessions, pension/NPS, insurance, career progression, training opportunities |
| Age Relaxation | AFA: up to 26 years for CPL holders |
| Experience | No prior work experience required |
| Vacancy | 451 |
| Exam Date | 13 September, 2026 - 13 September, 2026 |
| Job | |
|---|---|
| Type | Permanent |
| Mode | Onsite |
| Level | Officer Cadet (Entry Level) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, SSB Interview, Document Verification, Medical Examination, Final Merit List |
| Interview Rounds | Two-stage SSB Interview: Stage I (Screening), Stage II (Psychological Tests, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Personal Interview, Conference) |
| Salary | ₹56,100-₹1,77,500 |
| Dates to Remember | |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Date | 6 September, 2026 |
| Exam Result Date | 30 September, 2026 |
| Link | |
|---|---|
| Notification Link | https://upsc.gov.in/examinations/examination-notifications |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |