Important Dates for CDS II Examination 2026
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date |
11 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
11 June 2026 |
| Exam Date |
13 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date |
Before Exam |
| Result Date |
Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Candidates are advised to confirm all dates from the UPSC official website
Application Fees
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| General / OBC |
₹ 200/- |
| SC / ST / All Female |
₹ 0/- |
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Age Limit Criteria for UPSC CDS II Notification 2026
| Criteria |
Details |
| Eligible Birth Dates |
Not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 |
Age relaxation is provided as per UPSC Examination 2026 rules
Vacancy Details: Total 451 Posts
| Post Name |
Number of Posts |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) |
100 |
| Air Force Academy |
32 |
| Indian Naval Academy |
26 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) |
293 |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026
- For IMA & OTA: You must hold a Bachelor's degree in any stream
- For Naval Academy: You must hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- For Air Force: You must hold a Bachelor's degree in any stream Additionally, you should have studied Physics and Math in 10+2
Application Process: How to Fill the UPSC CDS II Online Form 2026
- Interested candidates can submit their application online before 11 June 2026
- Use the 'Apply Online' link provided in the 'Important Links' section below to apply directly
- Ensure you complete your application before the deadline of 11 June 2026
- Note छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरे । (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)
Mode of Selection for UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026
- Written Test
- SSB Interview
Important Links
