UPSC CDS 2 2026: Written examination results released; 8,956 candidates selected for the interview..
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the results for the CDS-II 2026 written examination today, October 19. The written examination for the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026, was held on September 13, 2026. A total of 8,956 candidates have been declared qualified for the next stage. Candidates can view the results by visiting the Commission's official website, upsc.gov.in.
When and where must the original documents be submitted?
Qualified candidates should have their documents ready. The deadlines for document submission are as follows:
Course | Deadline for Document Submission
Indian Military Academy and Indian Naval Academy | July 1, 2027
Air Force Academy | May 13, 2027
Officers Training Academy (Men and Women courses) | October 1, 2027
Candidates must keep documents such as proof of age, educational qualifications, and National Cadet Corps (NCC) certificates (if applicable) ready.
What happens after qualifying for the written examination?
Candidates who have qualified in the written examination must undergo the next stage, which consists of an interview process by the Services Selection Board (SSB). This process is conducted under the Ministry of Defence. The selection process covers five training courses:
Indian Military Academy, Dehradun
Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala
Air Force Academy, Hyderabad
Officers Training Academy, Chennai – Men
Officers Training Academy, Chennai – Women
Roll numbers of candidates in the written examination results
The list of results for the written examination contains the roll numbers of the successful candidates. Qualifying for the written examination does not constitute final selection; the final results are declared only after the completion of the entire selection process. Candidates who have qualified in the written examination will now proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
When will the marks for the written examination be released? Individual scores for candidates will be made available online within 15 days of the declaration of the final results. Once released, the scores will remain accessible on the portal for 30 days.
Important Advice for Candidates
Verify the results and the number of successful candidates via the official website.
Keep a close watch on the relevant recruitment portal for information regarding interviews.
Have your original documents concerning age and educational qualifications ready.
Check the official instructions to confirm the date and address for document submission.
Always prioritize the commission’s official notification for information regarding scores and final selection.
How to register for the SSB interview?
Candidates who have indicated the Army as their first preference in their application must complete their registration on the Indian Army’s recruitment portal. To do this:
Visit the official Indian Army recruitment website.
Check your user profile and registration status.
If you are already registered, do not create another account.
Follow the instructions provided on the portal to access official information and call letters for the interview.
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