PSC CDS Recruitment 2026
SHORT DETAILS: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) 2026. This recruitment is being conducted to fill officer-level vacancies in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Eligible male and female candidates can apply online through the official UPSC portal before the last date. This is a golden opportunity for graduates who aspire to serve the nation as commissioned officers in the Indian Armed Forces.
| The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) UPSC CDS Recruitment 2026 WWW.SARKARIWINGS.COM | |||
| Important Dates | Application fee | ||
Application Start:10/12/2025 Last Date to Apply: 30/12/2025 Admit Card: Before Exam Exam date: Notified Soon Result Declaration: Notified Soon Total Post:394 | General/OBC: Rs 200/- SC/ST: Rs 0/- (No fee) All Female candidate: Rs 0/- (No Fee) Payment Mode: Debit card /credit card / Net banking / SBI challan. | ||
| Apply Online | Click Here | ||
| Age Limit Born Between 2 July 2007 And 1 July 2010 | |||
| IMA & INA:19-24 Years AIRFORCE:20-24 years OTA:19-25 Years Age relaxation is applicable as per the UPSC CDS rules. | |||
| Vacancy Details (Academy-wise) | |||
| Post Name | Total Post | Educational Qualification | |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 | A Graduation degree from any recognised university | |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 | Engineering degree | |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 32 | If Graduation with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or an Engineering degree | |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) Man | 275 | A Graduation degree from any recognised university | |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) Women | 18 | ||
| UPSC CDS| Service Pay Scale | |||
| Lieutenant/Sub Lieutenant/Flying Officer | Pay Level 10 Approx – ₹56,100 To ₹1,77,500 | ||
| Flight Lieutenant | Pay Level 10 B Approx – ₹61,300 To ₹1,93,900 | ||
| UPSC CDS Selection Process and Exam Pattern | |||
| Written Examination | Paper 1 | Mathematics | |
| Paper 2 | Generalability Test | ||
| SSB Interview | Candidates shortlisted from the written exam are called for an interview. | ||
| Medical Examination | Candidates shortlisted from the SSB interview are called for Medical Examination | ||
| How to Apply Online for UPSC CDS 2026 | |||
| Follow these simple steps to apply online: 1. Visit the official UPSC website. 2 . Click on the CDS Exam 2026 online form. 3. Complete Part 1 registration. 4. Fill out Part 2 of the application form. 5. Upload required documents. 6. Pay the application fee. 7 . Submit the form and take a printout. | |||
| Why choose the CDS Exam? | |||
| 1. Opportunity for a prestigious officer-level government job to serve the nation, 2. Attractive salary and allowances, 3 . Career growth and respect, 4. Training at defence academies. | |||
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only; candidates should carefully read the official UPSC CDS 2026 notification before applying.
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