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26

UPSC CDS (2026)

Active
CDS I Notification
24 Dec 2025
CDS I Application End
13 Jan 2026
CDS I Exam
12 Apr 2026
CDS II NotificationAI Forecast
27 May 2026
CDS I ResultAI Forecast
15 Jun 2026
SSB InterviewAI Forecast
1 Aug 2026
CDS II Exam
13 Sept 2026
CDS II ResultAI Forecast
15 Nov 2026
Final Merit/AllotmentAI Forecast
15 Jan 2027
Final Joining (Academy)AI Forecast
1 Jul 2027
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UPSC CDS (2024)

Completed
Notification
20 Dec 2023
Application Start
20 Dec 2023
Application End
10 Jan 2024
Exam
16 Apr 2024
Result
15 May 2024
SSB Interview
1 Sept 2024
Final Selection List
20 Nov 2024
Final Appointment
15 Jan 2025
23

UPSC CDS (2023)

Completed
Notification
20 Dec 2022
Application Start
20 Dec 2022
Application End
10 Jan 2023
Exam
16 Apr 2023
Result
15 May 2023
SSB Interview
1 Sept 2023
Final Selection List
20 Nov 2023
Final Appointment
15 Jan 2024
22

UPSC CDS (2022)

Completed
Notification
20 Dec 2021
Application Start
20 Dec 2021
Application End
10 Jan 2022
Exam
16 Apr 2022
Result
15 May 2022
SSB Interview
1 Sept 2022
Final Selection List
20 Nov 2022
Final Appointment
15 Jan 2023
21

UPSC CDS (2021)

Completed
Notification
20 Dec 2020
Application Start
20 Dec 2020
Application End
10 Jan 2021
Exam
16 Apr 2021
Result
15 May 2021
SSB Interview
1 Sept 2021
Final Selection List
20 Nov 2021
Final Appointment
15 Jan 2022
20

UPSC CDS (2020)

Completed
Notification
20 Dec 2019
Application Start
20 Dec 2019
Application End
10 Jan 2020
Exam
16 Apr 2020
Result
15 May 2020
SSB Interview
1 Sept 2020
Final Selection List
20 Nov 2020
Final Appointment
15 Jan 2021
19

UPSC CDS (2019)

Completed
Notification
20 Dec 2018
Application Start
20 Dec 2018
Application End
10 Jan 2019
Exam
16 Apr 2019
Result
15 May 2019
SSB Interview
1 Sept 2019
Final Selection List
20 Nov 2019
Final Appointment
15 Jan 2020

About UPSC CDS (Combined Defence Services Examination)

UPSC CDS recruits graduates for IMA, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy and OTA as commissioned officers.

Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)Official Portal: https://upsc.gov.in

💡 Why Prepare for UPSC CDS?

  • ✓Commissioned officer rank in Armed Forces
  • ✓Respect, adventure and leadership opportunities
  • ✓Attractive pay and post-retirement benefits

📋 UPSC CDS Exam Pattern & Selection Stages

StageModeSubjects / ModulesDurationTotal MarksNegative MarkingDifficulty
Written ExamPen & Paper (Objective (MCQ))English, GK, Elementary Mathematics2 Hours each3000.33/0.83 per wrong answerModerate
SSB InterviewInterview & Tests (Psychological & Physical)GTO tasks, Psychology tests, Interview5 Days300Not applicableDifficult

🎯 Who Should Apply / Target Audience

Graduates aiming for Armed Forces officer roles

Aspirants for IMA, Navy, Air Force, OTA

Candidates seeking short/permanent commission

🚀 How to Start Preparing for UPSC CDS

  1. 1Verify eligibility, age limits and qualification for UPSC CDS
  2. 2Review the latest exam pattern and detailed syllabus
  3. 3Collect standard books and solve previous 5-year papers
  4. 4Take section-wise and full-length mock tests regularly
  5. 5Analyze mock test scorecards and revise weak topics

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (UPSC CDS)

Q: Who conducts UPSC CDS?

A: UPSC CDS is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.

Q: Is UPSC CDS conducted every year?

A: Yes, UPSC CDS is generally held annually as per the official recruitment calendar.

Q: Is there negative marking in UPSC CDS?

A: Most objective stages carry negative marking; check the official notification for exact deduction.