UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 451 Posts
✍️ Author: Result Online Team | 📂 Category: Graduate Government JobsThe Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination every year to recruit officers for the Indian Armed Forces. For the year 2026, UPSC has officially released the notification for UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026.
The online application process started on 10 December 2025 and eligible candidates can apply up to 30 December 2025. Candidates are advised to carefully check eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy details, and selection process before applying.
📢 UPSC CDS-I 2026 – Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS-I) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
📢 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 10 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 December 2025 |
| Form Correction / Edit | As per Schedule |
| CDS-I Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | After Exam |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹0/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online methods.
🎯 UPSC CDS-I 2026 Age Limit
- Candidates must be born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per UPSC CDS-I rules
📊 UPSC CDS-I Vacancy Details 2026
| Academy | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 |
| Air Force Academy | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | 275 |
| OTA (Women) | 18 |
| Total Vacancies | 451 Posts |
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Graduation degree in any discipline |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Graduation with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 OR Engineering Degree |
| Air Force Academy | Engineering degree in relevant discipline |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | Bachelor’s degree in any stream |
🏆 UPSC CDS-I 2026 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
- Skill Test (if applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
📝 How to Apply for UPSC CDS-I Online Form 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website – upsc.gov.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Click on UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 link
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload documents and pay the fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
- Application start date? – > 10 December 2025
- Last date to apply? – > 30 December 2025
- Age limit? – > Born between 02 Jan 2003 & 01 Jan 2008
- Minimum qualification? – > Graduation
- Official Website? – > upsc.gov.in