The CDS exam provides a wide range of career opportunities for candidates who are successful in the exam. Candidates who are selected for the Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers Training Academy can look forward to a challenging and rewarding career in the Indian Armed Forces. The CDS exam also provides an opportunity for candidates to serve their country and to be part of a prestigious institution. The exam is also a way for candidates to develop their skills and knowledge, and it is a way to prepare them for a career in the Indian Armed Forces.
๐ Exam Highlights
Exam Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Total Vacancies
400
Exam Mode
Offline (Pen and Paper)
Exam Date
14 Sep 2026
๐ Important Dates
Notification Release
05 May 2026
Application Start
05 May 2026
Application End
01 Jun 2026
Admit Card Release
24 Aug 2026
Exam Date
14 Sep 2026
โ Eligibility Criteria
๐ Nationality
Indian Citizen
๐ Educational Qualification
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
Category / Post
Min Age
Max Age
UR/General
20 yrs
24 yrs
SC/ST
20 yrs
29 yrs
OBC
20 yrs
27 yrs
Physically Handicapped
20 yrs
34 yrs
โน๏ธ Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per government rules
๐ Exam Pattern
Stage/Tier
Mode
Subjects
Qs
Marks
Duration
Negative
Tier-I
Offline (Pen and Paper)
English, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics
340
340
2 hours
-0.33
Tier-II
Offline (Pen and Paper)
English, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics
240
240
2 hours
-0.33
๐ฅ Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancies
Pay Scale
Indian Military Academy
100
Pay Level 10
Naval Academy
50
Pay Level 10
Air Force Academy
30
Pay Level 10
Officers Training Academy
220
Pay Level 10
๐ Selection Process
1
Tier-I: Written Exam
2
Tier-II: Written Exam
3
Interview
4
Medical Examination
5
Document Verification
๐ How to Apply
1
Visit the official website of UPSC
2
Click on the link 'Apply Online' for CDS (II) 2026
