Union Public Service Commission has released the official notification for UPSC CDS II 2026 – Combined Defence Services (459 Posts). Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website before 20 Jun 2026.

📋 Overview

Organisation	Union Public Service Commission
Post Name	UPSC CDS II 2026 – Combined Defence Services (459 Posts)
Total Vacancies	459
Job Type	DEFENCE
Educational Qualification	Graduation
Age Limit	19–25 Years
Pay Scale	₹56,100–₹1,77,500
Location	All India
Work Mode	Full Time
Last Date to Apply	20 Jun 2026 ✅ Open

📅 Important Dates

Event	Date
Last Date to Apply	20 Jun 2026 ✅ Open
Exam Date	To be announced
Admit Card	Before exam date
Result	After exam

🧑 Age Limit & Relaxation

Candidates must be between 19–25 Years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms: OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwD +10 years.

🎓 Educational Qualification

Graduation

✅ Selection Process

Written Examination (Objective / Descriptive)
Skill Test / Physical Test (if applicable)
Document Verification
Medical Examination

💰 Salary Structure

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 per month along with DA, HRA, TA and other perquisites as per the 7th Pay Commission.

📝 How to Apply

Visit the official website: https://upsc.gov.in
Click on "New Registration" or "Apply Online"
Fill in the application form with personal and educational details
Upload photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–20 KB)
Pay application fee (if applicable)
Submit and save the printout for reference

UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination II 2026 notification for 459 vacancies in Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA) and Officers Training Academy (OTA). Unmarried male graduates for IMA/INA/AFA and graduates (male and female) for OTA are eligible.

📅 Last Date to Apply: 20 Jun 2026 ✅ Open

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UPSC CDS II 2026 – Combined Defence Services (459 Posts)