UPSC CDS I 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 451 Vacancies
UPSC CDS I 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 451 Vacancies
Short Information : The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) I 2026 Notification (Advt. No. 4/2026 CDS-I). A total of 451 vacancies have been announced across the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) for both men and women.
Eligible candidates can apply online from December 10 to December 30, 2025 (till 6:00 PM) at the official UPSC portal.
UPSC CDS I 2026 Notification — PDF Download
The UPSC CDS I 2026 Notification PDF includes complete details about:
- Vacancy distribution
- Eligibility criteria
- Age limits
- Educational qualifications
- Exam pattern
- SSB Interview process
- Online application steps
👉 Candidates are advised to read the PDF thoroughly before applying.
Also Read : UPSC NDA I 2026 Notification Released: Apply for 394 Officer Vacancies
UPSC CDS I 2026: Overview
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Particular
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Details
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Organization
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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
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Exam Name
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Combined Defence Services (CDS) I 2026
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Vacancies
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451
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Advertisement No.
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4/2026 CDS-I
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Application Dates
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10–30 December 2025 (6 PM)
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Mode of Application
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Online
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Exam Date
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12 April 2026
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Selection Process
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Written Exam + SSB Interview
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Official Website
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upsc.gov.in
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UPSC CDS I 2026 Vacancy Details
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Academy / Course
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Total Seats
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Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun
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100
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Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala
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26
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Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad
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32
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Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – SSC Men
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275
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Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – SSC Women (Non-Tech)
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18
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Total Vacancies
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451
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📝 UPSC CDS I Apply Online 2026 — Step-by-Step Process
To apply for CDS I 2026, candidates must complete two stages:
🔹 Step 1: One-Time Registration (OTR)
Create your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile at the UPSC portal to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
🔹 Step 2: Fill the CDS I Common Application Form (CAF)
Use the URN to log in and complete the CDS I application by:
1️⃣ Filling personal & educational details
2️⃣ Selecting preferred academies
3️⃣ Uploading live photograph, signature, and photo ID
4️⃣ Paying the required fee
5️⃣ Submitting the application
6️⃣ Downloading the confirmation page
👉 No application changes can be made after final submission.
UPSC CDS I 2026 Application Fee
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Category
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Fee
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General / OBC / EWS (Male)
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₹200
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SC / ST Candidates
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NIL
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All Female Candidates
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NIL
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Payment Methods: UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
UPSC CDS I Eligibility 2026
Age Limit & Marital Status
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Academy
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Age Limit
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Marital Status
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IMA / INA
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Born between 2 Jan 2003 – 1 Jan 2008
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Unmarried Male
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AFA
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20–24 years
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Unmarried (Below 25 yrs)
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OTA (Men & Women)
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Born between 2 Jan 2002 – 1 Jan 2008
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Unmarried
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🔹 AFA allows relaxation up to 26 years for CPL holders.
🎓 Educational Qualification
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Academy
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Educational Requirement
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IMA & OTA
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Graduate Degree from a recognized university
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INA
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Engineering Degree
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AFA
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Degree with Physics & Maths at 10+2 OR Bachelor of Engineering
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UPSC CDS I 2026 Exam Pattern
For IMA, INA & AFA
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Subject
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Marks
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Duration
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English
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100
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2 hrs
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General Knowledge
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100
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2 hrs
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Elementary Mathematics
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100
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2 hrs
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Total
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300 Marks
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For OTA
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Subject
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Marks
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Duration
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English
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100
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2 hrs
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General Knowledge
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100
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2 hrs
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Total
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200 Marks
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UPSC CDS I Salary 2026
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Stage
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Pay / Stipend
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Training Period
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₹56,100 per month
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After Commissioning
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Level-10 (₹56,100–1,77,500)
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MSP
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₹15,500 per month
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Allowances: Flying Pay, Field Area Allowance, Uniform Allowance & more.
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❓ UPSC CDS I 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CDS I 2026?
30 December 2025 (till 6 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are released in CDS I 2026?
A total of 451 vacancies.
Q3. What is the qualification for CDS I?
Graduation (with specific requirements for INA & AFA).
Q4. Is Mathematics compulsory for CDS?
No.
Maths is required only for IMA, INA & AFA.
OTA candidates are exempted.
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