UPSC CDS-II Result 2026
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC has declared the CDS-II 2026 written result on 19 October 2026 for the exam held on 13 September 2026 (451 vacancies). Qualified candidates now go to the SSB interview.
Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Exam (II) 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Total Vacancies | 451 |
| Status | Result Declared |
| State | All India |
Application Fee
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / All Female | ₹0 |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
Selection Process
- Written Exam
- SSB Interview
Important Dates
| Result Date | 19 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | 13 Sep 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | 03 September 2026 |
| Answer Key | 16 September 2026 |
| Result | 19 October 2026 (Available Now) |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 451
| Post Name | Total | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun | 100 | Bachelor's degree in any stream |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala | 26 | Bachelor's degree in Engineering |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad | 32 | Bachelor's degree with Physics and Maths in 10+2 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai | 293 | Bachelor's degree in any stream |
| Total | 451 |
Age Limit
Candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 (as given in the notification for IMA / INA / AFA; check the notification for OTA). Age relaxation as per UPSC rules.
Eligibility
- IMA and OTA: Bachelor's degree in any stream.
- Indian Naval Academy: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Air Force Academy: Bachelor's degree with Physics and Mathematics in 10+2.
Read the official notification before applying.
How to Check Result
- Click "Download Result (PDF)" below, or open upsc.gov.in → Examinations → Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026.
- Open the written result PDF.
- Press Ctrl + F and search for your Roll Number.
- Download and keep a copy; qualified candidates get the SSB interview call from the Services Selection Board.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the UPSC CDS-II 2026 result out?
Yes. UPSC declared the CDS-II 2026 written result on 19 October 2026.
How do I check the UPSC CDS-II 2026 result?
Open the result PDF from the link on this page (or upsc.gov.in) and search for your Roll Number with Ctrl + F.
What comes after the CDS-II written result?
Qualified candidates are called for the SSB interview.
How many vacancies are there in CDS-II 2026?
451 in total: IMA 100, Naval Academy 26, Air Force Academy 32 and OTA 293.
All Updates for This Exam
Information on this page is compiled from the official notification. Always verify dates, fees and eligibility on the official website before applying.