Last updated: 5 June 2026
CDS Exam (II) 2026
CDS Exam (II) 2026: 457 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 19-25 years. Qualification: Graduation (IMA/OTA); BE/B.Tech (INA); 12th PCM (AFA).
Total Vacancies
457
Department
Union Public Service Commission
Age Limit
19-25 years
Qualification
Graduation (IMA/OTA); BE/B.Tech (INA); 12th PCM (AFA)
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
IMA, INA, Air Force, OTA (Women SSC). UPSC written test followed by SSB interview.
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 2 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 22 April 2026
- Exam Date
- 14 September 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 January 2027
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (IMA/OTA); BE/B.Tech (INA); 12th PCM (AFA)
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 25 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 28 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 30 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 35 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 January 2027.
Salary & Perks
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Pay Level 10)
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Union Public Service Commission.
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the age limit for CDS Exam (II) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 19 years and the maximum is 25 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Friday, 1 January 2027.
How do I apply for CDS Exam (II) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Union Public Service Commission (https://upsc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Wednesday, 22 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for CDS Exam (II) 2026? v
The closing date was Wednesday, 22 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Monday, 14 September 2026.