UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the official notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination 2026. The recruitment examination is conducted for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). Candidates holding a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university are eligible to apply online through the official UPSC portal.
The selection process consists of a written examination, followed by the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview and medical examination. CDS is one of the most prestigious defence recruitment examinations in India, offering candidates an opportunity to serve as officers in the Indian Armed Forces. Applicants are advised to regularly visit the UPSC website for updates regarding the official notification, eligibility criteria, application dates, admit card notifications, examination schedule, and other important announcements.
01 January 2008 to 01 January 2011 (Both Date Inclusive)
Age Relaxation: Candidates’ Age Relaxation may be given by As per Govt rules. Kindly check the UPSC recruitment official notification for more details.
5. Selection Process
Written Exam
SSB Interview
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Recruitment test
6. Salary Details
Kindly refer the Official Notification.
7. Application fees
Category
Fees
Gen/ OBC/ EWS
Rs. 200/-
SC/ ST/ PWD
Rs. 0/-
Mode of Payment
Online
8. Important Dates
Starting Date to Submit the Online Application
20 May 2026
Last Date to Submit the Online Application
11 June 2026
9. How to Apply for UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026
Go to official website upsc.gov.in.
Click on Recruitment>> Recruitment Advertisements.
Find & click on Advertisement NO.11/2026-CDS-II.
Read the notification thoroughly.
Pick Online Recruitment Application (ORA) to Apply Online.
Fill the application form carefully.
Upload the copies of needed documents.
Make a payment of fee via prescribed mode.
Submit the application form & take a printout of online form.
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