UPSC CDS 2 2026 Exam:The Union Public Service Commission will soon release the Combined Defence Services 2 (CDS) 2026 notification on May 20, 2026. The CDS 2 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on September 13, 2026, and candidates can apply for the examination for the same once the CDS Notification is released. The CDS 2 2026 exam is one of the most popular defense examinations among defense aspirants. Candidates get a chance to join the defense academies like the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Officer Training Academy (OTA), and Air Force Academy (AFA). The examination is conducted by the UPSC twice a year, generally in the months of May and September.
Candidates willing to apply for this prestigious CDS 2 2026 exam can check all the relevant updates, including notification, exam date, pattern, syllabus, eligibility, and more.
CDS 2 2026 Exam Overview
The Combined Defense Services examination is conducted nationwide annually to recruit armed forces cadets across academies. Candidates get a chance to opt for their desired commission, i.e., a permanent or non-permanent commission. Here is the overview of the CDS 2 2026 exam.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Conducting Authority |
Union Public Service Commission |
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Exam Name |
Combined Defense Services |
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Application Start Date |
May 20, 2026 |
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Application End Date |
June 09, 2026 |
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Exam Date |
September 13, 2026 |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Vacancies |
To be Announced |
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Selection Process |
Written Test, SSB Interview and Medical Test |
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Official Website |
upsc.gov.in |
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