This article provides important information about the UPSC CDS (1) 2026 recruitment process. For requirements eligibility, the selection procedure, and deadlines, please refer to the job posting published by the relevant department.
Union Pubic Service Commission (UPSC) has recently posted job openings in Combined Defence Services Examination 2026. Online applications for the UPSC CDS (1) 2026 Vacancy will be accepted starting December 10, 2025, on the official website (upsc.gov.in). If you are interested in this position and meet all the requirements, please submit your application.
UPSC CDS (1) 2026 Notification 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Union Pubic Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Lieutenant Post |
| Recruitment Advt. No. | Advt. No. UPSC CDS-(I) 2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 451 Post |
| Examination Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Application Mode | ONLINE |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria Details
Educational Requirements: Candidates must have a degree from a relevant university to apply for various positions. More details about the educational requirements are given below.
Age Limit: (i) For IMA & Indian Naval Academy – Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2003 and not later than 1st January 2008 only are eligible.
(ii) For OTA—Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2002 and not later than 1st January 2008 only are eligible.
(iii) For Air Force Academy— Age: 20 to 24 years as on 1st January 2027.
| Vacancy Name | Eligibility Details | Total Post |
| CDS (Lieutenant) | Any Graduate | 451 |
Application Fees Details
Candidates for this position must pay an application fee based on their caste. Details are provided below:
| Category | Application Fees |
| General/ OBC/ EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC/ ST/ Female | ₹0/- |
| Fee Pay Mode | Online |
Selection Process
Specific criteria and procedures have been established for UPSC CDS (1) 2026 Recruitment selection process. Please follow the steps below.
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
UPSC CDS Recruitment 2025 Important Link
| Application Start Date | 10 December, 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 30 December, 2025 |
| All Exam Mock Test Series Link | Mock Test |
| Apply Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| Download Vacancy Notification 2025 | Vacancy Notification |
| All Latest Update | Sarkari Job |