UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 451 IMA, INA, AFA & OTA Posts

 Name of the Post: UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 451 IMA, INA, AFA & OTA Posts

Post Date: 21-05-2026

Total Vacancy:451

Brief Information: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the CDS II Recruitment 2026 Notification for 451 vacancies in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). Eligible unmarried male and female candidates holding a graduation degree can apply online through the official UPSC website. The CDS II 2026 written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 13 September 2026. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, selection process, and important dates before filling out the online application form.

UPSC Recruitment 2026
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Important Dates	Application Fee
Starting Date for Apply Online: 20-05-2026 Last Date for Apply Online: 09-06-2026 NDA II Exam Date: 13 September 2026	General / OBC: ₹200 SC / ST / Female Candidates: Nil

Age Limit
Minimum Age 19 Years for IMA, OTA & INA / 20 Years for Air Force Maximum Age 24 Years for IMA, Air Force & INA / 25 Years for OTA Age relaxation applicable as per government norms.

Qualification
IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from recognized university INA: Engineering Degree from recognized university AFA: Bachelor’s Degree with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level or Engineering Degree

Post Name	Total
UPSC CDS II	451

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FAQs – UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC CDS II 2026?

A total of 451 vacancies have been announced for IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for CDS II Online Form 2026?

The last date to submit the online application form is 09 June 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for UPSC CDS II 2026?

General and OBC candidates need to pay ₹200, while SC/ST and female candidates are exempted from the fee.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for CDS II 2026?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or Engineering Degree from a recognized university depending on the academy.

Q5. What is the age limit for UPSC CDS II 2026?

The age limit varies academy-wise:

IMA & INA: 02 July 2003 to 01 July 2008

AFA: 02 July 2003 to 01 July 2007

OTA: 02 July 2002 to 01 July 2008

Q6. What is the CDS II 2026 exam date?

The written examination will be conducted on 13 September 2026.

Q7. What is the selection process for CDS II Recruitment 2026?

The selection process includes:

Written Examination

SSB Interview

Medical Examination

Final Merit List

Q8. Can female candidates apply for UPSC CDS II 2026?

Yes, female candidates can apply for OTA Women posts.

Q9. Which academies are included in CDS II 2026?

The recruitment includes:

Indian Military Academy (IMA)

Indian Naval Academy (INA)

Air Force Academy (AFA)

Officers Training Academy (OTA)

Q10. Where can candidates apply for UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website.