UPSC CDS 2 2026 Notification: 451 Vacancies, Apply Online for Combined Defence Services Exam
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) · Updated June 11, 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) 2 2026, with 451 vacancies for various defence academies. Eligible candidates can apply online from June 2026. The exam will be conducted for admission to Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers Training Academy.
Recruitment Details
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
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| Post Name | Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), Officers Training Academy (OTA) |
| Total Posts | 451 |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in any discipline for IMA, INA, AFA; Bachelor's degree for OTA (Men and Women). For AFA, must have Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level. |
| Age Limit | 19-25 years for IMA, INA, AFA; 19-25 years for OTA (Men), 19-25 years for OTA (Women). Age relaxation as per UPSC rules. |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per defence pay scales (approx. ₹56,100-₹1,77,500 per month) |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced (likely July 2026) |
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How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Online' link for CDS 2 2026.
- Step 3: Complete the registration and fill in the application form.
- Step 4: Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
- Step 5: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Key Highlights
- Total 451 vacancies for CDS 2 2026
- Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in any discipline
- Age limit: 19-25 years (varies by academy)
- Selection through written exam and SSB interview