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UPSC CDS-II Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
संघ लोक सेवा आयोग (यूपीएससी) ने संयुक्त रक्षा सेवा सीडीएस-II परीक्षा 2026 के लिए आधिकारिक अधिसूचना जारी कर दी है। इच्छुक उम्मीदवार 20 मई 2026 से 09 जून 2026 तक ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं। सीडीएस-II परीक्षा 13 सितंबर 2026 को आयोजित की जाएगी। उम्मीदवारों को सलाह दी जाती है कि वे ऑनलाइन आवेदन करने से पहले पूरी पात्रता, आयु सीमा, चयन प्रक्रिया, आवेदन शुल्क, रिक्ति विवरण और अन्य महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी जांच लें।
📌 UPSC CDS-II Recruitment 2026 : Short Details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for the Combined Defence Services CDS-II Examination 2026. Candidates who want to join the Indian Military Academy, Air Force Academy, Naval Academy, or Officers Training Academy can apply online.
The online application process has started from 20 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 09 June 2026. Candidates must be born between 01 July 2003 to 01 July 2008. The written examination will be conducted on 13 September 2026.
📅 Important Dates
Online Apply Start Date
20 May 2026
Last Date To Apply Online
09 June 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
09 June 2026
Exam Date
13 September 2026
Admit Card
Before Exam
💳 Application Fee
General / OBC
₹ 200/-
SC / ST
₹ 0/-
Payment can be made using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Wallet, etc.
🎯 Age Limit
Candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible for CDS-II Recruitment 2026.
Age relaxation will be applicable as per UPSC CDS-II Recruitment Rules.
📋 Vacancy Details
Academy
Total Post
Indian Military Academy (IMA)
100
Air Force Academy
32
Indian Naval Academy
26
Officers Training Academy (OTA)
293
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
IMA & OTA: Candidates must have Bachelor Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
Indian Naval Academy: Candidates must have Bachelor Degree in Engineering.
Air Force Academy: Candidates must have Bachelor Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online.
📝 How To Fill UPSC CDS-II Online Form 2026
➤ Visit the official UPSC website.
➤ Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
➤ Fill personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
➤ Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
➤ Pay the application fee through online mode.
➤ Submit the application form before the last date.
➤ Take a printout of the final submitted form for future use.
Q1. When will the UPSC CDS-II Online Form 2026 start? The online application process has started from 20 May 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS-II Recruitment 2026? The last date to apply online is 09 June 2026.
Q3. What is the exam date for UPSC CDS-II 2026? The written examination will be conducted on 13 September 2026.
Q4. What is the total number of vacancies? A total of 451 posts have been announced.
Q5. What is the official website of UPSC? The official website is https://upsc.gov.in/
Q6. What is the selection process for CDS-II Recruitment 2026? Selection will be based on Written Exam, SSB Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
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