UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2026 Released
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the admit cards for the Combined Defence Services (CDS-II) Examination 2026.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the admit cards for the Combined Defence Services (CDS-II) Examination 2026. Candidates who applied for this recruitment drive (Advt. No. 11/2026-CDS-II) can now download their admit cards from the official UPSC website. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on 13 September 2026. It is essential for all applicants to download their admit cards well in advance and review the details.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Last | 11 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 03 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Result Date | Will be updated soon |
Application Fee
The application fee details for the UPSC CDS-II Examination 2026 are as follows:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹ 200/- |
| SC / ST / All Female | ₹ 0/- |
Payment can be made online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Vacancy Details
UPSC aims to fill a total of 451 posts through the CDS-II 2026 examination. The distribution of vacancies across different academies is provided below:
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Air Force Academy | 32 |
| Indian Naval Academy | 26 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | 293 |
| Total Posts | 451 |
Eligibility
Candidates had to meet specific age and educational qualifications to be eligible for the CDS-II 2026 examination.
Age Limit: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008. Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC examination rules.
Educational Qualification:
- For IMA & OTA: Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- For Naval Academy: Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- For Air Force Academy: A Bachelor's degree in any stream is required, along with having studied Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
How to Download Admit Card
To download your UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2026, follow these steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Navigate to the 'Examinations' section.
- Locate 'Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026'.
- Click on the 'Examination Admit Card' link.
- You may be required to log in using your Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth.
- Once logged in, your admit card will be displayed on the screen.
- Carefully check all details, including exam date, timing, subjects, and other important instructions.
- Download and save the admit card for future reference.
- Take a printout of the admit card, as it is mandatory to carry it to the examination centre.
The CDS-II 2026 exam timings are as follows: English from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, General Knowledge from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and Elementary Mathematics from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Mode Of Selection
The selection process for the UPSC CDS-II 2026 recruitment involves two main stages:
- Written Test: Candidates will first appear for a written examination.
- SSB Interview: Those who qualify the written test will proceed to the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview.
Important Links
| Link | Availability |
|---|---|
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
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