UPSC CDS (I) Result 2026 OUT (Direct Link) - Download Merit List @upsc.gov.in

Quick Summary

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released UPSC CDS 1 Result 2026 on 8 May 2026. A total of 8,826 candidates have qualified the written examination. Candidates can check their result using Roll Number in the PDF. Check merit list and next selection process (SSB Interview) details below.

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How to Check UPSC CDS Result 2026?

Candidates can check their result by following these simple steps:

1. Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in
2. Go to the “What’s New” or “Written Results” section
3. Click on the link “Written Result: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026”
4. Download the PDF
5. Search your Roll Number using Ctrl + F
6. If your Roll Number appears, you have qualified for SSB Interview

UPSC CDS 1 2026 Merit List - What's Inside?

The result is released in the form of a merit list PDF containing roll numbers of qualified candidates for various academies (IMA, INA, AFA, OTA Men & Women).

Merit List Contains:

• Roll Numbers of qualified candidates
• Category-wise / Academy-wise lists
• Provisional qualification status

Types of Lists:

• Separate lists for IMA, INA, AFA, OTA (Men), and OTA (Women).
• Common candidates may appear in multiple lists.

Important Instructions for Qualified Candidates

• Download and save the result PDF immediately
• Register on respective recruiting websites for SSB call-up
• Prepare for SSB Interview and Medical Examination
• Keep all original documents ready for verification
• Submit original certificates by the specified deadlines
• Monitor official websites for further updates

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