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Vacancy Details
- 163rd (DE) Course – Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun: 100 vacancies
Qualification: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent- Total: 100
- Executive Branch (General Service) / Hydro – Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala: 26 vacancies
Qualification: Degree in Engineering OR B.Sc. with Physics as core/elective subject (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level)- Total: 26
- 222 F(P) Course (Pre-Flying Training) – Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad: 32 vacancies
Qualification: Degree of a recognised University with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level OR Bachelor of Engineering- Total: 32
- 126th SSC (Men) (NT) – Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai: 275 vacancies
Qualification: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent- Total: 275
- 126th SSC Women (NT) – Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai: 18 vacancies
Qualification: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent- Total: 18
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 19 years
- Maximum Age: 26 years
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹200
- Female Candidates (All categories): ₹0
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹0
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Objective type written exam set by UPSC. For IMA/INA/AFA the written test has English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics (total 300 marks). For OTA the written test has English and General Knowledge (total 200 marks).
- SSB Intelligence & Personality Test: Candidates who qualify the written exam are called for SSB tests. SSB has Stage I (OIR tests and PP&DT) and Stage II (interview, GTO tasks, psychology tests and conference) conducted over four days.
- Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to being declared medically fit as per the Joint Order Manual of Medical Standards for Entry into Armed Forces.
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC online application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in and create an account/URN if not already registered.
- Complete the Universal Registration (URN), fill the Common Application Form (CAF) and the Examination Specific Module for CDS-II 2026.
- Upload scanned passport-size photograph, live webcam photograph (if required), and signature (as specified).
- Pay the application fee online (Rs. 200 for General/OBC/EWS males; NIL for females and SC/ST) using Net Banking/Debit/Credit/Rupay/UPI.
- Submit the application before 09-06-2026 (6:00 PM) and retain the application number/URN for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required to apply?
For IMA and OTA a degree of a recognised university or equivalent is required. For INA a degree in engineering or a B.Sc. with Physics as core/elective (and Physics & Mathematics at 10+2) is needed; for AFA a degree with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 or a Bachelor of Engineering is required.
How do I apply for UPSC CDS 2 2026?
Apply online only through the UPSC online portal at https://upsconline.nic.in. Complete URN/registration, fill the Common Application Form and Examination Specific Module, upload required documents and pay the fee (if applicable) before submission.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The online application window is open from 20-05-2026 and the last date to apply is 09-06-2026 (up to 6:00 PM).
What is the selection process for CDS-II 2026?
Selection is by a written objective examination conducted by UPSC, followed by SSB Intelligence & Personality Tests (Stage I and Stage II) for qualifiers, and a final medical examination. Final selection is made in order of merit subject to medical fitness and vacancies.
What stipend or pay will candidates receive during training?
Stipend during training for all academies is Rs. 56,100/- per month, which is the starting pay in Level 10.
