UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Answer Key Out for Combined Defence Services 451 Posts, Download Link Here

UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Answer Key: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) II 2026. The online application process started on 20 May 2026, and eligible candidates can submit the application form till 11 June 2026. The written examination for UPSC CDS 2 2026 was conducted on 13 September 2026. Through this recruitment examination, candidates will get admission into the Indian Military Academy, the Indian Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, and the Officers’ Training Academy courses. The UPSC CDS 02/2026 Answer Key has been released on 16 September 2026 for the written exam on 13 September 2026.

UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Overview

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Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification

The age limit to apply for UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 varies according to the course.

• For the Indian Military Academy and the Indian Naval Academy, unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2008 are eligible.
• For the Air Force Academy, candidates should be born not earlier than 01 July 2003 and not later than 01 July 2007.
• For Officers Training Academy (Men and Women), candidates should be born not earlier than 01 July 2002 and not later than 01 July 2008.

UPSC CDS (2) 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2026 will be completed in multiple stages as mentioned in the official notification.

• Written Examination
• SSB Interview / Personality Test
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

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