8,956 candidates selected in CDS 2 exam; now the challenge of the SSB interview awaits..

The results for the CDS 2 examination, taken by candidates aspiring to become officers in the armed forces, have been released. The results for those who appeared for this examination are now available on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in. A total of 8,956 candidates have been selected for the next stage. These candidates are now required to undergo the SSB (Services Selection Board) interview—a process widely considered to be one of the most challenging. The written examination was conducted by the UPSC on September 13, 2026, and the results have now been declared.

How to check your result:
Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
Navigate to the 'Written Results' or 'Examination' section.
Click on the link for the 'CDS II 2026 Result PDF'.
Once the PDF opens, search for your name or roll number.

What is the next step?
The most significant challenge still lies ahead. Candidates must undergo the SSB—a rigorous, five-day interview process—where they are evaluated comprehensively before the final results are declared. Candidates who selected the Army as their first preference must register on the 'Join Indian Army' website (joinindianarmy.nic.in) to receive information regarding their interview. Marksheets for the candidates will be made available on the website approximately 15 days after the final results for the SSB interview and the OTA (Officers Training Academy) course are announced.

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