CDS II Examination 2026
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 11 June 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
11 June 2026
Closed
Salary
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Age limit
19-25 years
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, Female/SC/ST: Nil
About This Exam
Combined Defence Services Exam II for entry into IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. Exam scheduled September 13, 2026.
Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
451
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Released
20 May 2026
Application End Date
11 June 2026
Exam Date
13 September 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's Degree from recognized University
Age limit
19-25 years
19-25 years
No age relaxation
Educational Qualification
Graduation (Engineering for technical branches)
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age)
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, Female/SC/ST: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Written Exam → SSB Interview → Medical → Final Selection
Previous Year Question Papers
We haven't catalogued previous year papers for this exam yet.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Range: ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Pay Level 10 starting
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
Free mess, CSD, Medical, Pension, Canteen facilities, Adventure training
Job Role & Responsibilities
Officer in Indian Army (IMA), Navy (INA), Air Force (AFA), or OTA
Career Growth & Promotions
Lieutenant → Captain → Major → Lt Colonel → Colonel → Brigadier.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Visit the official website and locate the online registration link for this exam
Register with a valid, active email ID and mobile number — this is used for all future communication, including admit card and result notifications
Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately as per your certificates — mismatches can lead to rejection at document verification
Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates ready in the specified format and file size before you start, to avoid losing progress midway
Review all entered details carefully — most government exam applications cannot be edited after final submission
Pay the application fee online through the accepted payment methods — category-based fee waivers may apply, so check the official notification
Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page, and note your registration number for future reference
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, Female/SC/ST: Nil
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