Team HindigovtJobsNotificationUPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 451 Posts Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) ने Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Exam 2026 के लिए अधिसूचना जारी की है। इस भर्ती में कुल 451 पद शामिल हैं जिनमें Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy और Officers’ Training Academy के courses शामिल हैं। आवेदन प्रक्रिया पूरी तरह ऑनलाइन है और उम्मीदवारों को 09 जून 2026 तक आवेदन करना होगा। परीक्षा का आयोजन 13 सितंबर 2026 को किया जाएगा।
Quick Highlights Box
- Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Exam Name: CDS II Exam 2026
- Total Vacancies: 451
- Qualification: Graduate / B.Sc / Engineering
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date: 09 June 2026
- Exam Date: 13 September 2026
- Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Vacancy Details
| Position | No. of Vacancies | Qualification | Age Limit | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun – 163rd (DE) Course (July 2027) | 100 (incl. 13 NCC Army Wing) | Graduate Degree | 19–24 yrs (Born 02 Jul 2003 – 01 Jul 2008); Unmarried Male | Level 10 ₹56,100–1,77,500; Stipend ₹56,100/- pm |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala – Executive Branch (July 2027) | 26 (incl. 6 NCC Naval + 1 Hydro) | Engineering Degree / B.Sc Physics (with PCM at 10+2) | 19–24 yrs (Born 02 Jul 2003 – 01 Jul 2008); Unmarried Male | Level 10 ₹56,100–1,77,500; Stipend ₹56,100/- pm |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad – 222 F(P) Course (July 2027) | 32 (incl. 3 NCC Air Wing) | Graduate with PCM at 10+2 / Engineering | 20–24 yrs (Born 02 Jul 2003 – 01 Jul 2007); CPL holders upto 26 yrs | Level 10 ₹56,100–1,77,500; Stipend ₹56,100/- pm |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – 126th SSC (Men) (NT) (Oct 2027) | 275 | Graduate Degree | 19–25 yrs (Born 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jul 2008); Unmarried Male | Level 10 ₹56,100–1,77,500; Stipend ₹56,100/- pm |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – 126th SSC Women (NT) (Oct 2027) | 18 | Graduate Degree | 19–25 yrs (Born 02 Jul 2002 – 01 Jul 2008); Unmarried Women / Widows / Divorcees (not remarried) | Level 10 ₹56,100–1,77,500; Stipend ₹56,100/- pm |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Graduate / B.Sc / Engineering (specific requirements for INA & AFA).
- Age Limit: 19–25 years (course‑wise variation).
- Marital Status: Mostly unmarried candidates; special rules for OTA Women.
Selection Process
UPSC CDS II Exam 2026 का चयन प्रक्रिया multi‑stage है जिसमें लिखित परीक्षा, SSB इंटरव्यू, मेडिकल टेस्ट और अंतिम मेरिट लिस्ट शामिल हैं।
Written Examination
- Date: 13 September 2026
- For IMA/INA/AFA:
- English – 100 Marks
- General Knowledge – 100 Marks
- Elementary Mathematics – 100 Marks
- Total: 300 Marks
- For OTA:
- English – 100 Marks
- General Knowledge – 100 Marks
- Total: 200 Marks
- Negative Marking: हर गलत उत्तर पर 1/3 अंक काटे जाएंगे।
SSB Interview / Personality Test
- Stage I:
- Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test
- Picture Perception & Description Test (PP&DT)
- केवल qualified candidates Stage II में जाते हैं।
- Stage II (4 Days):
- Personal Interview
- Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks
- Psychology Tests
- Conference
- Assessment Interviewing Officer, GTO और Psychologist द्वारा किया जाता है।
Medical Examination
- SSB द्वारा recommended candidates का मेडिकल टेस्ट Armed Forces Medical Standards के अनुसार किया जाएगा।
- केवल medically fit candidates को ही admission मिलेगा।
Final Merit List
- Written Exam + SSB Interview marks के आधार पर merit list तैयार होगी।
- Medical fitness और vacancies की availability के अनुसार final allocation IMA, INA, AFA और OTA में किया जाएगा।
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹200
- Female/SC/ST: Exempted
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 20 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 09 June 2026 (till 6 PM)
- Exam Date: 13 September 2026
How to Apply
- Visit upsconline.nic.in
- Register और URN प्राप्त करें।
- Common Application Form भरें, फोटो और signature upload करें।
- Examination Specific Module भरें – course preference, exam centre, fee payment।
- Fee payment (₹200 for applicable categories) via Net Banking / Card / UPI।
- Application submit करें और Application Number note करें।
Important Links
- UPSC Online Application Portal [Click Here]
- Download Official Notification [Click Here]
- UPSC Official Website [Click Here]
FAQs
Q1. UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 में कितनी vacancies हैं?
Ans: कुल 451 vacancies जारी की गई हैं।
Q2. CDS 2 Exam 2026 के लिए last date क्या है?
Ans: 09 जून 2026 शाम 6 बजे तक।
Q3. CDS 2 Exam कब होगा?
Ans: 13 सितंबर 2026 को।
Q4. CDS 2 Exam के लिए कौन eligible है?
Ans: Graduate candidates (specific PCM/Engineering requirements INA & AFA के लिए)।
