UPSC CDS Exam I 2026: Registrations Start For 451 Vacancies
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC CDS Exam I 2026 notification to fill 451 posts. Candidates will to apply for the Combined Defence Services Exam I 2026 can go to the official website of UPSC at upsc.gov.in. The last date to apply for the given posts is December 30, 2025.
Vacancy Distribution
- Indian Military Academy: 100 vacancies
- Indian Naval Academy: 26 vacancies
- Air Force Academy: 32 vacancies
- Officers’ Training Academy: 293 vacancies
Educational Qualification
- For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai — Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
- For Indian Naval Academy— Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/Institution
- For Air Force Academy—Degree of a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹200/- for all candidates. Female/SC/ST candidates are exempted from payment of fee. The payment should be done by using Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment or by using internet banking facility of any Bank.
How to apply
Step 1: Go to the official website of UPSC – upsc.gov.in.
Step 2: Click on UPSC CDS Exam I 2026 registration link available on the home page.
Step 3: A new page will open for registration.
Step 4: Fill up the application and make fee payment.
Step 5: Click on submit button and download the confirmation page for further use.
