CDS
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (CDS 2) |
| Advertisement/Notice Number | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Result Status | Declared on 19 October 2026 |
| Result Date | 19 October 2026 |
| How to Check | Download the PDF from the official website and search for your roll number. |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 11 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 3 September 2026 |
| Written Examination | 13 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 16 September 2026 |
| Written Result Declared | 19 October 2026 |
| Written Result Namewise | 26 October 2026 |
How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the written result for the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026. Candidates can check their results by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the "What's New" section or the "Written Results" section.
- Click on the link for the written result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026.
- The result PDF will open on your screen.
- Press Ctrl + F on your keyboard and enter your roll number to search for your name.
- If your roll number appears in the PDF, you have qualified for the next stage.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference and take a printout.
No login is required to access and download the result PDF.
CDS 2 2026 Vacancy Details
UPSC invited applications for a total of 451 vacancies across four training academies:
| Academy | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Men) | 275 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Women) | 18 |
| Total | 451 |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Written Result PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is the UPSC CDS 2 result 2026 out?
Yes. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) declared the written result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 on 19 October 2026 on upsc.gov.in.
Q2. How can I check the CDS 2 result 2026?
Visit upsc.gov.in, find and open the written result link for CDS (II) 2026, download the PDF, and then search for your roll number within the document.
Q3. Do I need to log in to check the CDS 2 result?
No. The result is provided as a PDF document that opens directly from the official UPSC website without requiring any login credentials.
Q4. How many vacancies are there in CDS 2 2026?
There are a total of 451 vacancies. These are distributed as: IMA 100, INA 26, AFA 32, and OTA 293 (comprising 275 for men and 18 for women).
Q5. What is the next stage after the CDS 2 written result?
Candidates who qualify in the written examination will proceed to the SSB (Services Selection Board) interview. This is followed by a medical examination, and a final merit list is prepared for those recommended.
Result Summary
| Board | UPSC |
| Category | UPSC |
| State | All India |
| Post Date | 26 Oct 2026 |
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Note: Always check your result from the official website only. Verify all details including merit list, cut-off marks, and next stage schedule from the official notification before any further action.