UPSC has released notification for CDS-2 Examination today. The candidates who are interested to join the Indian Armed forces can go through the official notification from the link given below:
UPSC Defence Jobs 2026Latest Government Jobs 2026CDS-II 2026 OverviewCDS-II Examination 2026 Important ScheduleCDS-II Examination 2026 Application FeeCDS-II Examination 2026 Vacancy DetailsCDS-II Examination 2026 Eligibility CriteriaCDS-II Examination 2026 Educational Qualification DetailsCDS-II Examination 2026 Selection ProcessCDS-II Examination 2026 PatternCDS-II Examination 2026 Salary / Pay ScaleHow to Apply for CDS-II Examination 2026
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CDS-II 2026 Overview
| Field Name | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission |
| Post / Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | No. 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Job Type | Government |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Status | Released |
| Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Important Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 10 June to 16 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | September 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Male | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | Nil |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Vacancy Details
| Academy / Course | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA Men) | 276 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA Women) | 17 |
| Total | 451 Posts |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation / Relevant Degree from recognized University |
| Age Limit | Varies according to Academy |
| Marital Status | Mostly Unmarried candidates (OTA exceptions applicable) |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Educational Qualification Details
| Academy | Qualification |
|---|---|
| IMA & OTA | Graduation in any discipline |
| INA | Engineering Degree |
| AFA | Graduation with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level OR Engineering Degree |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CDS-II Examination 2026 Pattern
| Academy | Subjects | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| IMA / INA / AFA | English, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics | 300 |
| OTA | English, General Knowledge | 200 |
CDS-II Examination 2026 Salary / Pay Scale
| Rank | Salary |
|---|---|
| Lieutenant Level | ₹56,100/- to ₹1,77,500/- |
How to Apply for CDS-II Examination 2026
- Visit the UPSC Online Portal
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the CDS II 2026 Application Form
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and print the final application form