UPSC CDS II Recruitment Overview
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 451 UPSC CDS II vacancies. Online applications start from 20th May 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official UPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 09th June 2026.
| Company | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination II, 2026 (CDS II 2026) |
| Post Name | CDS (IMA, INA, AFA, OTA) |
| Examination Notice No. | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Total Posts | 451 |
| Age Limit | 19-24 / 19-25 years (varies as per academy, as on 01.07.2027 / 01.10.2027) |
| Stipend | Pay Level-10 (₹56,100) + Military Service Pay + Allowances (as per rules) |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree / Engineering Degree (as per academy) |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Start Date of Apply | 20/05/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 09/06/2026 |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹200/- SC/ST/PwBD/Female Candidates: No Fee Payment Mode: Online (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay) |
| Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ |
UPSC CDS II Recruitment Vacancy Details
The Services/Posts to which recruitment is to be made and the tentative number of vacancies to be filled on the basis of result of the examination are as follows:-
| Post Name | Course Name | No. of vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Indian Military Academy, Dehradun –163rd (DE) Course commencing in July 2027. | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala - Course commencing in July, 2027 Executive Branch (General Service)/Hydro. | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | Air Force Academy, Hyderabad - (Pre-Flying) Training Course commencing in July, 2027 i.e. 222 F(P) Course. | 32 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) - Men | Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) 126th SSC (Men) (NT) (UPSC) Course Commencing in October, 2027. | 275 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) - Women | Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) 126th SSC Women (NT) (UPSC) Course commencing in October, 2027. | 18 |
| Total | 451 |
UPSC CDS II Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
Citizen of India / Subject of Nepal / Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) or Vietnam – with eligibility certificate from Govt. of India where applicable. Gorkha subjects of Nepal do not need such certificate.
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 19-24 / 19-25 years (varies as per academy, as on 01.07.2027 / 01.10.2027) |
| Qualification | IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University. Indian Naval Academy (INA): A degree in Engineering or B.Sc. with Physics as core or elective subject from recognised University/ Institution (with Physics and Mathematics in 10+2 level). Air Force Academy (AFA): Degree of a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering. |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
UPSC CDS II Recruitment Age Limits and Marital Status
- IMA & INA: 19-24 years (born not earlier than 02 Jul 2003 and not later than 01 Jul 2008). Unmarried male candidates only.
- Air Force Academy: 20-24 years (born not earlier than 02 Jul 2003 and not later than 01 Jul 2007). Upper age limit relaxable to 26 years for CPL holders. Unmarried male candidates.
- OTA (Men): 19-25 years (born not earlier than 02 Jul 2002 and not later than 01 Jul 2008). Unmarried male candidates.
- OTA (Women): 19-25 years (born not earlier than 02 Jul 2002 and not later than 01 Jul 2008). Unmarried women, issueless widows & issueless divorcees who have not remarried.
UPSC CDS II Recruitment Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Personality Test/Interview
- Document Verification
- Physical and Medical Examination
UPSC CDS II Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 20/05/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 20/05/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 09/06/2026 |
| Last Date of Online Fee Payment | 09/06/2026 |
| Examination Date | 13/09/2026 |
UPSC CDS II Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Go to official website https://upsconline.nic.in
- Step 2: Create Account and generate Universal Registration Number (URN)
- Step 3: Fill the Application Form carefully
- Step 4: Upload Photo, Signature & Certificates
- Step 5: Select Examination Centre from available options
- Step 5: Pay Application Fee (if applicable)
- Step 6: Submit the Application Form
- Step 7: Take Printout of Application
UPSC CDS II Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
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