- For IMA & OTA: Must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
- For Naval Academy: Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- For Air Force: Must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream, but should have studied Physics and Math in 10+2.
- For more details read the official notification before applying.
Short Summary
UPSC CDS-II Online Form 2026 - Start official update with dates, eligibility, vacancy/exam details and verified official links.
Latest Job
Quick Job Information
Department
UPSC
Organization
UPSC
Total Posts
451 Posts
Qualification
12th Pass
Job Location
All India
Status
New
Updated
09 Jun 2026
Important Links
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Last Date | 09 June 2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 09 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
| Date | Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website. |
Application Fee
| General / OBC | ₹ 200/- |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / All Female | ₹ 0/- |
| Payment Mode (Online) | You can make the payment using the following methods: |
| Fee | Debit Card |
| Fee | Credit Card |
| Fee | Internet Banking |
| Fee | IMPS |
| Fee | Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
Age Limit
| Age | candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible. |
|---|---|
| Age | Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Examination 2026 |
Eligibility
Vacancy Details
- 451 Posts
- UPSC Combined Defence Services CDS II Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details
- Post Name
- No. Of Post
- Indian Military Academy IMA
- 100
- Air Force Academy
- 32
- Indian Naval Academy
- 26
- Officers Training Academy OTA
- 293
Selection Process
- Written Test
- SSB Interview
How to Apply
- Interested candidates who wish to apply for the UPSC post can submit their application online before 09 June 2026.
- Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Alternatively, visit the official website of UPSC to complete the application process online.
- Make sure to complete the application before the deadline 09 June 2026.
- पना फॉर्म भरे । (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)
Important Note
Note: Verify dates, eligibility, fee, result status, admit card instructions, vacancy details, and official links from the official notification or official website before applying or taking any action.
Additional Job Details
Overview
| Recruitment Name | UPSC CDS-II Online Form 2026 – Start |
|---|---|
| Organization | UPSC |
| Notice Type | Latest Job |
| Total Posts | 451 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Source | https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Notif-CDS-II-2026-Engl-200526.pdf |
Important Dates
| Date Detail | Online Apply Start Date : 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Detail | Online Apply Last Date : 11 June 2026 |
| Date Detail | Last Date For Fee Payment : 11 June 2026 |
| Date Detail | Exam Date : 13 September 2026 |
| Date Detail | Admit Card : Before Exam |
| Date Detail | Result Date : Will Be Updated Here Soon |
| Date Detail | Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website. |
Application Fee
| Fee Detail | General / OBC : ₹ 200/- |
|---|---|
| Fee Detail | SC / ST / All Female : ₹ 0/- |
| Fee Detail | Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: |
| Fee Detail | Debit Card |
| Fee Detail | Credit Card |
| Fee Detail | Internet Banking |
| Fee Detail | IMPS |
| Fee Detail | Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts | 451 |
|---|---|
| Vacancy detail | 451 Posts |
| Vacancy detail | Post Name: No. Of Post |
| Vacancy detail | Indian Military Academy IMA: 100 |
| Vacancy detail | Air Force Academy: 32 |
| Vacancy detail | Indian Naval Academy: 26 |
| Vacancy detail | Officers Training Academy OTA: 293 |
Age Limit and Experience
| Age / Experience Detail | UPSC Combined Defence Services CDS II Notification 2026 : Age Limit As On UPSC Rules. |
|---|---|
| Age / Experience Detail | candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible. |
| Age / Experience Detail | Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Examination 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Detail | UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Eligibility Detail | For IMA & OTA : Must have a Bachelor's degree in any stream . For Naval Academy : Must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering . For Air Force : Must have a Bachelor's degree in any stream , but should have studied Physics and Math in 10+2 . For more details read the official notification before applying. |
Selection Process
| Selection Detail | UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 : Mode Of Selection |
|---|---|
| Selection Detail | Written Test SSB Interview |
FAQ
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Candidates should verify all details from the official notification or the official department website.
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