The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the CDS II Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026. The e-Admit Card was released on 03 September 2026 and candidates can download their hall ticket online through the official UPSC examination portal. The written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 13 September 2026.
Admit Card
Released
Release Date
03 Sep 2026
Exam Date
13 Sep 2026
UPSC CDS II Admit Card 2026 Latest Update
UPSC CDS II 2026 e-Admit Card has been released.
Candidates who successfully submitted their application can download the
admit card from the official UPSC online portal. The CDS II written examination
will be held on 13 September 2026.
UPSC CDS II 2026 Important Dates
Examination Dates
- Notification Date: 20 May 2026
- Application Start Date: 20 May 2026
- Application Last Date: 11 June 2026
- Admit Card Release: 03 September 2026
- Written Exam Date: 13 September 2026
Exam Details
- Examination: CDS II 2026
- Conducting Body: UPSC
- Total Vacancies: 451
- Mode: Offline (OMR Based)
- Admit Card: Online
UPSC CDS II 2026 Vacancy Details
| Academy | Course / Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 32 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – Men | 275 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – Women | 18 |
| Total | 451 |
UPSC CDS II 2026 Exam Pattern
| Academy | Subjects | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| IMA / INA / AFA | English, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics | 300 |
| OTA | English, General Knowledge | 200 |
Important: The written examination is conducted through
objective-type question papers. There is negative marking for wrong answers.
Candidates should carefully follow the instructions printed on the e-Admit Card
and question paper.
UPSC CDS II 2026 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview / Intelligence and Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Download UPSC CDS II Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website or examination portal.
- Open the e-Admit Cards for Various Examinations of UPSC section.
- Select Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026.
- Login using the required credentials.
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth as applicable.
- Submit the details.
- Your CDS II Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Download and save the admit card.
- Take a clear printout for the examination day.
Documents Required at CDS II Exam Centre
- Printed copy of the UPSC CDS II 2026 e-Admit Card
- Valid original Photo ID proof as required by UPSC
- Black ballpoint pen for marking answers on the OMR sheet
- Any other document specifically mentioned in the e-Admit Card instructions
Note: Candidates should carefully read all instructions printed
on the e-Admit Card before appearing for the examination.
UPSC CDS II 2026 Important Instructions
- Download the e-Admit Card well before the examination date.
- Check your name, roll number, photograph, signature and examination centre details.
- Carry a printed copy of the admit card to the examination venue.
- Carry the required original photo identity proof.
- Use only a black ballpoint pen for marking answers in the OMR sheet.
- Do not carry prohibited electronic devices or other restricted items inside the examination venue.
- Reach the examination centre well before the reporting/entry time mentioned in the admit card.
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