CDS 2 2026 Application Closing Soon at upsc.online.nic.in: Check Steps To Apply Online And Direct Link
The UPSC CDS 2 2026 application process is closing soon on June 9, 2026. The exam will be held on September 13, 2026 for 451 vacancies across IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. Candidates must apply online at upsconline.nic.in. before the deadline.
Key Points
- The online application process for UPSC CDS 2 2026 closes on June 9, 2026.
- A total of 451 vacancies are available, with the exam scheduled for September 13, 2026.
- The notification was released on May 20, 2026; application fee is Rs 200 for most.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is soon going to close the online application process for the Combined Defense Services (CDS) 2 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official portal of the commission before the last date ends on June 9 2026. The notification was released on May 20 2026. The CDS 2 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 451 vacancies to recruit officers for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Officer Training Academy (OTA), and Air Force Academy (AFA). The exam for CDS is going to be conducted on September 13, 2026.
The candidates are advised to complete their registration process before the last date ends. The UPSC stated that applications will be accepted only through online mode and the last date of application will not be accepted.
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CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
UPSC has released the CDS 2 2026 notification in PDF document on its official website, upsc.gov.in. The notification contains complete details such as eligibility criteria, age limit, examination scheme, syllabus, selection process, and application procedure. Candidates can download the CDS 2 notification 2026 and can check the direct link to apply for the form, as the last date is near.
| CDS 2 2026 Notification PDF | |
| CDS 2 2026 Apply Link |
CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Breakdown
UPSC will fill a total of 451 vacancies in the different academies such as IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. Check the detailed vacancies in the table below.
| Academy | Number of Vacancies |
| Indian Military AcademY (IMA) Dehradun | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA)Ezhimala | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad | 32 |
| Officers’ Training Academy , Chennai (Madras)(Men) | 275 |
| Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) Women (NT) | 18 |
| Grand Total | 451 |
CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights
The Combined Defence Services is a national-level exam which is conducted by the UPSC to recruit candidates for the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force. Check the table below to know the overall details related to this recruitment.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Test SSB Interview Medical Examination |
| Subjects | Maths, English and General Knowledge (GK) |
| Eligibility Criteria | Graduation passed or in final year with subject specific disciplines from INA and AFA |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
To apply for the CDS 2 2026 exam, candidates will have to pay an application fee of Rs 200. However, an exception is made for Female/SC/ST; they are exempted from paying fees. You should also remember that once you have paid the fee, it will not be refunded in any circumstances.
How to Apply Online for CDS 2 2026?
Candidates who want to apply for the posts under UPSC CDS 2 can apply online by following the steps given below.
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Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
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The homepage will appear log in with your details and click on UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2026.
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Complete the registration process using your credentials
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Upload educational documents along with your photograph and signature.
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Pay the application fee and click on submit.
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Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
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Deepanshu Upadhayaya is an education journalist with expertise in covering recruitment examinations, government job notifications, and UPSC success stories. Over the course of his career, he has worked with leading media organizations such as Times Network Digital and is currently associated with Jagran New Media, where he covers competitive examinations, recruitment drives, admit cards, results, and exam preparation-related content. A graduate of Motilal Nehru College, University of Delhi, Deepanshu brings a strong understanding of the education sector, through his accurate, timely, and reader-friendly approach. He also holds Master's degrees in Economics and Mass Communication. Apart from covering education news, Deepanshu enjoys singing, playing cricket, and reading books. He can be reached at deepanshu.upadhayaya@jagrannewmedia.com.
