UPSC CDS II Result 2026 – Check Name Wise Result, Merit List, SSB Interview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC CDS II Result 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 can now check the name wise result on the official UPSC website. Candidates whose names or roll numbers appear in the result have qualified in the written examination and will move to the next stage, the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview.
The written examination was held on 13 September 2026. The roll-number wise written result was declared on 19 October 2026, and the name wise result followed on 26 October 2026, according to multiple result updates reporting the UPSC release. This article explains how to check the result, the vacancy details, and what qualified candidates should do next.
UPSC CDS II Result 2026 – Key Highlights
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Total Vacancies | 451 |
| Written Examination Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Written Result (Roll Number Wise) | 19 October 2026 |
| Written Result (Name Wise) | 26 October 2026 |
| Next Stage | SSB Interview |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Dates | 20 May 2026 to 11 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | 3 September 2026 |
| Written Examination | 13 September 2026 |
| Written Result Declared | 19 October 2026 |
| Name Wise Result Released | 26 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Academy / Course | Vacancies |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Men) | 275 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Women) | 18 |
| Total | 451 |
Application Fee
As stated in the notification summary, the application fee was Rs. 200 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST and female candidates were exempt from the fee. The fee could be paid online or through e-challan.
Eligibility
Eligibility conditions varied by academy. In summary, IMA and OTA required a bachelor’s degree in any stream, the Naval Academy required a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, and the Air Force Academy required a degree with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level or a Bachelor of Engineering degree. Course-wise age limits and other conditions were given in the official notification, and candidates should check the notification for the exact condition that applies to their course.
Selection Process
The selection process for CDS II 2026 consists of a written examination followed by the SSB interview. Candidates who qualify in the written examination are called for the SSB interview. Final selection also depends on medical fitness and document verification, as per the rules of the respective service headquarters.
How to Check UPSC CDS II Result 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
- Open the “What’s New” section or the “Written Results” section.
- Find the link for “Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 – Written Result”.
- Open the result PDF and search for your name or roll number using Ctrl+F.
- If your name or roll number appears, you have qualified for the SSB interview.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
What Happens After the Result
Qualified candidates should keep their original certificates and documents ready, as the service headquarters require original documents to be submitted by the dates given in the result notice. SSB interview call-up instructions are issued separately by the recruiting directorates, so candidates should watch the official UPSC website for further notices rather than relying on unofficial messages.
Important Links
| Official UPSC Website | upsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the UPSC CDS II Result 2026 released?
The roll-number wise written result was declared on 19 October 2026, and the name wise result was released on 26 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in CDS II 2026?
There are 451 vacancies across IMA, INA, AFA and OTA.
What is the next stage after qualifying the CDS II written examination?
Qualified candidates are called for the SSB interview, followed by medical examination and document verification.
Do I need to log in to check the CDS II result?
No. The result is published as a PDF on the UPSC website and can be checked by searching for your name or roll number in the PDF.
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