The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the written result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026, on 19 October 2026. The examination was held on 13 September 2026 for 451 vacancies in IMA, INA, AFA and OTA. Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the result PDF at upsc.gov.in are shortlisted for the SSB interview. No login is required — the result is a public PDF.
Important Note
1. The written result PDF is a shortlist for the SSB interview, not the final merit list. Qualification in the written exam is only the first stage — the SSB interview, medical examination and final merit list follow.
2. The result PDF is a public document at upsc.gov.in — no login is required. Download it and use Ctrl+F to search your roll number.
3. UPSC will issue SSB call letters separately to shortlisted candidates. Watch upsc.gov.in for the SSB schedule.
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (CDS II) |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Total Vacancies | 451 |
| Written Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 16 September 2026 |
| Written Result Released | 19 October 2026 |
| Result Format | Public PDF (no login required) |
| Next Stage | SSB Interview |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 20 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Written Examination | 13 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 16 September 2026 |
| Written Result Declared | 19 October 2026 |
| SSB Interview | To be notified |
Academy-wise Vacancy Details
| 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 |
Selection Process
| Stage | Marks (IMA/INA/AFA) | Marks (OTA) |
|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 300 | 200 |
| SSB Interview | 300 | 200 |
| Total | 600 | 400 |
After the written exam, UPSC shortlists candidates for the SSB interview. The final merit list is prepared after the SSB interview and medical examination.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 120 | 100 | 2 hours |
| General Knowledge | 120 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Elementary Mathematics* | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
*Elementary Mathematics is not required for OTA candidates.
How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Written Result 2026
- Visit upsc.gov.in.
- Open the “What’s New” or “Written Results” section.
- Find the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 result link.
- Click to open or download the written result PDF.
- Press Ctrl+F (desktop) or use PDF search (mobile).
- Enter your roll number exactly as on your admit card.
- If your roll number appears, you are shortlisted for the SSB interview.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
What Happens Next
Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the PDF will receive SSB call letters from the respective Service Headquarters. The SSB interview comprises two stages. After the SSB, medically fit candidates are included in the final merit list for appointment to the respective academy.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| UPSC CDS 2 Written Result PDF (Exam 13 Sep 2026) | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Is the UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 out?
Yes. The written result for CDS (II) 2026 was declared on 19 October 2026 at upsc.gov.in.
Is this the final result?
No. This is the written exam shortlist for the SSB interview. The final merit list comes after SSB and medical examination.
How many vacancies are there?
451: IMA (100), INA (26), AFA (32), OTA Men (275) and OTA Women (18).
Do I need to log in to check the result?
No. The PDF is publicly available on upsc.gov.in.
What is the next stage?
SSB interview. UPSC will notify the schedule separately.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the UPSC CDS (II) 2026 written result published on upsc.gov.in on 19 October 2026. Candidates must check upsc.gov.in for SSB interview instructions and the final merit list. JobShouter is not associated with the Union Public Service Commission. This article is for informational purposes only.
