UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 451 Posts | Notification Out

Posted: 21 May 2026 | Views: 2

Short Information: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for Combined Defence Services CDS-II Examination 2026 under Advt No. 11/2026-CDS-II. Interested candidates can apply online for 451 posts from 20 May 2026 to 09 June 2026 through the official UPSC website.

Important Dates

Application Begin: 20 May 2026
Last Date: 09 June 2026
Exam Date: 13 September 2026

Application Fee

Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹200/-
SC/ST: ₹0/-
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Wallet

Notification: Age Limits As On UPSC Rules

Minimum Age: Candidates born after 01 July 2003
Maximum Age: Candidates born before 01 July 2008
Age Relaxation: As per rules

Vacancy Details Total : 451 Post

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Indian Military Academy (IMA)	100	Bachelor Degree in Any Stream
Air Force Academy	32	Bachelor Degree with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 Level
Indian Naval Academy	26	Bachelor Degree in Engineering
Officers Training Academy (OTA)	293	Bachelor Degree in Any Stream

How To Fill Form

Visit the official UPSC website or use the apply online link given below.
Complete the online registration and fill all required details carefully.
Upload required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the final form before 09 June 2026.

SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS

Apply Online	Click Here
Download Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The last date to apply online is 09 June 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026?

Ans. A total of 451 vacancies have been announced.

Q3. What is the qualification required for UPSC CDS II 2026?

Ans. Candidates must possess a Bachelor Degree in relevant stream from a recognized university.