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UPSC Combined Defence Service CDS II Recruitment 2026 Apply Online For 451 Post
451 Post Bachelor Degree in Any Stream. Last Date: 2026-06-09 Uttar Pradesh
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 20/05/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 09/06/2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 09/06/2026 |
| Correction Date | As per Schedule |
| Exam Date | 13/09/2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy | 26 |
| Air Force Academy | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | 293 |
| Total Vacancies | 451 |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit as on | 01/07/2027 |
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| Post-wise Age Criteria | Refer to the official notification for academy-wise age details. |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation is applicable as per CDS II Examination Rules. |
Eligibility / Qualification
| Academy | Eligibility Details |
|---|---|
| IMA & OTA | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from any recognized University in India. |
| Naval Academy | Bachelor Degree in Engineering from any recognized University in India. |
| Air Force Academy | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level from any recognized University in India. |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 200/- |
| SC / ST / Female | 0/- |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan |
Selection Stages
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Stage 1
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II, 2026 notification and invited online applications for recruitment to various defence academies. Eligible candidates can apply online from 20 May 2026 to 09 June 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully read the UPSC CDS II 2026 Notification before filling out the online application form. Review important details such as eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications, academy-wise vacancies, selection process, examination pattern, and other application guidelines.
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Stage 2
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are available, including educational certificates, identity proof, address proof, category certificates (if applicable), and other necessary information. Keep scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, ID proof, and supporting documents ready in the prescribed format before beginning the online application process.
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Stage 3
Before submitting the application form, carefully verify all entered details and review every section to ensure the information provided is accurate and complete. If an application fee is applicable, candidates must complete the payment process successfully.
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Stage 4
After successful submission, candidates should download and print the final application form and payment receipt (if applicable) for future reference.
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