Overview
Apply for the UPSC CDS-II Recruitment 2026. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites applications for 451 vacancies across various academies. The application process is open from 20 May 2026 to 11 June 2026. Eligible candidates must be born between 01 July 2003 and 01 July 2008. Ensure to check the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria and apply online through the official UPSC website.
Important Dates
Start Date
20-05-2026
Last Date
11-06-2026
Exam Date
13-09-2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
11-06-2026
Age Limit Details
Age Limit
Candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible.
Age as on
As per UPSC Rules
Application Fee Details
General / OBC
₹200
SC / ST / All Female
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancy
451
Indian Military Academy IMA
100
Air Force Academy
32
Indian Naval Academy
26
Officers Training Academy OTA
293
Eligibility Criteria
IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
Naval Academy: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Air Force: Bachelor’s degree in any stream, with Physics and Math in 10+2.
Naval Academy: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Air Force: Bachelor’s degree in any stream, with Physics and Math in 10+2.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online through the UPSC official website before 11 June 2026. Ensure to read the official notification carefully before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does the application process for UPSC CDS-II 2026 start?
A: The application process starts on 20 May 2026.
A: The application process starts on 20 May 2026.
Q: What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: The last date to apply is 11 June 2026.
A: The last date to apply is 11 June 2026.
Q: What is the age eligibility for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: Candidates must be born between 01 July 2003 and 01 July 2008.
A: Candidates must be born between 01 July 2003 and 01 July 2008.
Q: What are the educational qualifications required for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in any stream for IMA & OTA, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering for Naval Academy, and a Bachelor’s degree with Physics and Math in 10+2 for Air Force.
A: Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in any stream for IMA & OTA, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering for Naval Academy, and a Bachelor’s degree with Physics and Math in 10+2 for Air Force.
Q: How can I apply for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: You can apply online through the UPSC official website before the deadline.
A: You can apply online through the UPSC official website before the deadline.
Q: What is the application fee for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: The fee is ₹200 for General/OBC and ₹0 for SC/ST/All Female candidates.
A: The fee is ₹200 for General/OBC and ₹0 for SC/ST/All Female candidates.
Q: Where can I find the official notification for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: The official notification can be downloaded from the UPSC website.
A: The official notification can be downloaded from the UPSC website.
Q: What is the selection process for UPSC CDS-II 2026?
A: The selection process includes a written test followed by an SSB interview.
A: The selection process includes a written test followed by an SSB interview.