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UPSC Combined Defence Service CDS II Recruitment 2026 Exam Schedule For 451 Post

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited applications for UPSC Combined Defence Service CDS II Recruitment 2026 Exam Schedule (451 posts). Online applications are open from 20 May 2026 to 11 Jun 2026. Age limit: 20 to 24 years as on 01 Jul 2027. Fee: General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹200 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Pay the Exam Fee Through E Challan); SC / ST / Female candidates are exempted.

Organisation:
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Total posts:
451
Apply from:
20 May 2026
Last date:
11 Jun 2026
Exam date:
13 Sept 2026
Age limit:
20 to 24 years as on 01 Jul 2027
Fee:
General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹200 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Pay the Exam Fee Through E Challan); SC / ST / Female candidates are exempted
Mode:
Online

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the exam schedule for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination 2026, against 451 vacancies, including 100 posts at the Indian Military Academy and 32 at the Air Force Academy.

Applications were accepted from 20 May to 11 June 2026, with the fee due by the same date and a correction window available as per schedule. The fee is 200 rupees for General, OBC and EWS candidates, while SC, ST and women candidates are exempt. The age limit is 20 to 24 years. The exam is scheduled for 13 September 2026, and the admit card will be issued before the exam.

Candidates should keep checking the official notification for the remaining academy-wise vacancy break-up and download the admit card closer to the exam date.

Important Dates

Important dates
EventDate
Application Begin
Last Date for Apply Online
Pay Exam Fee Last Date
Correction DateAs per Schedule
Exam Date
Admit Card AvailableBefore Exam

Application Fee

Application fee by category
CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS₹200
SC / ST / FemaleFree

Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Pay the Exam Fee Through E Challan

Age Limit

Age limit
LimitAge
Minimum Age20 Years
Maximum Age24 Years

Vacancy Details

Total: 451 Post
Post NameTotal Post
Indian Military Academy IMA100
Air Force Academy32

How to Apply

  1. 1Read the official notification carefully before you start, since it covers eligibility, age limit, and the full breakdown of all 451 posts in more depth than any summary can.
  2. 2Open the "Apply Online" link on this page to go to Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)'s own application portal; applications submitted anywhere else won't be valid.
  3. 3Register with a working email address and mobile number, since the portal typically sends your login details and status updates to both.
  4. 4Fill in the form with your personal, educational and category details exactly as they appear on your certificates. A mismatch here is one of the most common reasons applications get rejected at verification.
  5. 5Upload your scanned photograph and signature in the exact format, dimensions and file size the notification specifies.
  6. 6Pay the application fee. General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹200 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Pay the Exam Fee Through E Challan); SC / ST / Female candidates are exempted.
  7. 7Check every section of the completed form on the preview screen before you submit, since most portals don't allow edits afterward.
  8. 8Download or print the confirmation page once submission is complete; you'll likely need it again at the admit card or document verification stage.
  9. 9Applications close on 11 Jun 2026, so don't leave this for the last day. Portals slow down and sometimes fail under heavy traffic right before a deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which organization is conducting this recruitment?

This recruitment is being conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Refer to the official notification linked on this page for the full details.

What is the last date to apply?

The online application window closes on 11 Jun 2026. It's best to submit well before this date, since portals often slow down under heavy traffic close to the deadline.

How many vacancies are there?

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a total of 451 posts under this recruitment. See the Vacancy Details section on this page for the post-wise and category-wise breakup.

What is the age limit?

The prescribed age limit is 20 to 24 years, as on the date specified in the official notification.

Is there an application fee?

General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹200 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Pay the Exam Fee Through E Challan); SC / ST / Female candidates are exempted.

What is the eligibility criteria?

Eligibility criteria (educational qualification, category relaxations, etc.) are laid out in the official notification linked on this page; read it before you apply.

How can I apply?

Use the "Apply Online" link on this page to go directly to Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)'s application portal, and follow the steps in the How to Apply section above.

Important Links

Apply OnlineDownload Notification

Quick Facts

Organization
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Posted
12 Aug 2026
Total Posts
451

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