UPSC CDS I Online Form 2026 – Apply Online for 451 Posts

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Name of Post: UPSC CDS I Online Form 2026
Post Date / Update: 12 Nov 2025 | 04:55 PM
Short Information: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination-I 2026 to fill a total of 451 vacancies. The examination is scheduled to be held on 12 April 2026. Eligible male and female candidates can apply online for this prestigious defence examination. The online application process will begin on 10 December 2025 and will continue until 30 December 2025. Candidates who aspire to become officers in the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force should complete their application within the given dates by visiting the official UPSC website upsconline.nic.in.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

UPSC CDS I Online Form 2026 

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Important Date

Application Fees
  • Application Begin : 10/12/2025
  • Last Date for Apply Online : 30/12/2025
  • Pay Exam Fee Last Date : 30/12/2025
  • Exam Date : 12/04/2026
  • General / OBC / EWS : 200/-
  • SC / ST : 0/-
  • All Category Female : 0/-
  • Pay the Exam Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Offline Mode Only

UPSC CDS I Notification 2026 : Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)

  • IMA & INA : 19-24 Years
  • Air Force : 20-24 Years
  • OTA : 19-25 Years 
  • Age Relaxation As per UPSC C.D.S. Examination (I), 2026 Rules.

UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details – Total : 451 Post

  • Indian Military Academy (IMA) – 100 Posts
  • Indian Naval Academy (INA) – 26 Posts
  • Air Force Academy (AFA) – 32 Posts
  • Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – 293 Posts

UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria

  • Indian Military Academy (IMA) & Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai
    Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
  • Indian Naval Academy (INA)
    Applicants should hold a Degree in Engineering from a recognized University or Institution.
  • Air Force Academy (AFA)
    Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level, or a Bachelor of Engineering (BE/B.Tech) degree.
  • Graduation Certificate Requirement
    Candidates who choose Army, Navy, or Air Force as their first preference must produce their Graduation or Provisional Certificate at the time of the SSB Interview.
  • Final Year Candidates
    Students studying in the final year or final semester of their degree course are eligible to apply, provided they pass the final examination before selection.

How to Fill UPSC CDS I Online Form 2026

Step 1:
Visit the official UPSC website and carefully read the CDS I Examination 2026 notification before starting the application process.

Step 2:
Apply online between 10 December 2025 and 30 December 2025. Make sure you do not miss the last date.

Step 3:
Keep all necessary details ready, including educational information, ID proof, address details, and basic personal information.

Step 4:
Prepare scanned copies of your photograph, signature, thumb impression, and other required documents in the prescribed format.

Step 5:
Fill in the online application form carefully. Before final submission, check the preview to ensure all details are correct.

Step 6:
Pay the application fee (if applicable). The application will not be considered complete without fee payment.

Step 7:
After successful submission, download and print the final application form for future reference.
Interested Candidates Read the Full Notification Carefully, Before Applying Online.

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