UPSC CDS II Exam Schedule 2026 for 451 Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the CDS II exam for 2026, offering 451 positions. Eligible candidates can apply online from 20 May 2026 until 11 June 2026.
UPSC CDS II Exam Schedule 2026 for 451 Posts – Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CDS II |
| Selection Procedure | UPSC CDS II Salary / Pay Scale / Selection Procedure information is available in the notification. |
| Total Posts | 451 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
| Job Location | All India |
Who Can Apply
To apply for the UPSC CDS II exam, candidates must meet certain educational and age requirements. For the Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), candidates need a Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university. The minimum age limit is 19 years, while the maximum is 24 years for IMA and Air Force positions. For the Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Air Force Academy (AFA), specific engineering degrees or degrees with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level are required, along with a slightly different age limit.
Application Process
Applying for the UPSC CDS II exam is straightforward. Begin by visiting the official UPSC website. Here, you'll need to register and fill out the online application form carefully. Make sure to upload all required documents, including your photo and signature. The application fee is ₹200 for General, OBC, and EWS categories, while candidates from SC and ST categories do not need to pay any fee. After completing your application, submit it and keep a printout for your records. Remember, the last date to apply is 11 June 2026.
Important Dates
| Apply Online Start Date | 20/05/2026 |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Last Date | 11/06/2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date Pay Fees | 11/06/2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Released Date | As Per Schedule |
| Exam Date | 13/09/2026 |
| Result Declared Date | As Per Schedule |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 200/- |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Rs. 0/- No Fee Required |
| Payment Mode | Online Payment |
Age Limit
| Age as on | 01/07/2027 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 19 Years for IMA, OTA & INA / 20 Years for Air Force |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years for IMA, Air Force & INA / 25 Years for OTA |
| Notes | Kindly Read Notification |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IMA (Indian Military Academy) | 100 Post | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. |
| INA (Indian Naval Academy) | 26 Post | Engineering Degree from Any Recognized University in India. |
| AFA (Air Force Academy) | 32 Post | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics & Math at 10+2 Intermediate Level OR Engineering Degree |
| OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) | 293 Post | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. |
Important Links
| Download Exam Schedule | Click Here ↗ |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Date Extended Notice | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Full Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |