UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 is out. On 19 October 2026 the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) declared the written result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026, which it held on 13 September 2026. A total of 8,956 candidates have qualified for the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview conducted by the Ministry of Defence. The result is a PDF of roll numbers on upsc.gov.in, and PIB has published the same press note.
This page covers the important dates, the course-wise lists, what qualified candidates have to do next (including Army registration and certificate deadlines), how to check your roll number, the helpline numbers and the official links.
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| CDS (II) 2026 written exam | 13 September 2026 |
| Written result declared | 19 October 2026 (Press Note, New Delhi) |
| Next stage | SSB interview (call-up from the Army / Navy / Air Force recruiting directorates) |
| Original certificates – IMA & INA | Not later than 01 July 2027 |
| Original certificates – AFA | Not later than 13 May 2027 |
| Original certificates – SSC (OTA) course | Not later than 01 October 2027 |
| Marks-sheet on upsconline.nic.in | Within 15 days of the final result of the OTA course (after SSB), available for 30 days |
CDS 2 2026 Result: Course-wise Lists
The press note says the 8,956 qualified candidates are for admission to these five courses:
| Academy / Course | Course commencing | Roll numbers in the list* |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun – 163rd (DE) Course | July 2027 | 2,610 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala | July 2027 | 1,435 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad – Pre-Flying Training Course 222 F(P) | July 2027 | 636 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – 126th SSC (Men) (NT) (UPSC) | October 2027 | 8,092 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – 126th SSC Women (NT) (UPSC) | October 2027 | 360 |
| Total qualified (unique candidates) | – | 8,956 |
*Course-wise figures are our count of the roll numbers in the official PDF. UPSC notes that some candidates appear in more than one list (except OTA Women), so the course figures add up to more than 8,956. Our count of unique roll numbers matches UPSC’s total of 8,956.
Eligibility and Age: What Qualified Candidates Must Prove
The candidature of everyone in the lists is provisional. Under the conditions of admission to the examination, you must submit original certificates for your age (Date of Birth), educational qualifications, NCC (C) certificate (Army Wing / Senior Division Air Wing / Naval Wing), if claimed, and other claims. Send them to the Service HQ of your first choice by the dates in the table above, or your candidature will be cancelled. The age limits and qualifications for each course are those in the CDS (II) 2026 notification.
- IMA / SSC first choice: IHQ of MoD (Army) / Dte Gen of Rtg (Rtg A), CDSE Entry Section (SSC women entry Section for female candidates), West Block III, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066.
- Navy first choice: IHQ of MoD (Navy) “DMPR” (OI & R Section), Room No. 204, ‘C’ Wing, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi-110011.
- Air Force first choice: Dte of Personnel (Offrs), Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi-110001.
- Do not send original certificates to UPSC.
Fee
There is no fee to check the CDS 2 Result 2026. The result PDF is free to download from the UPSC website and PIB.
How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026
- Go to the official website upsc.gov.in and open What’s New (or Examination → Written Results).
- Click “Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 – Written Result”.
- Open or download the result PDF (English press note dated 19 October 2026).
- Press Ctrl + F (on a phone, use “Find in page”) and type your 7-digit roll number, as printed on your admit card.
- Check every list (IMA, INA, AFA, OTA Men, OTA Women). Your roll number may appear in more than one list.
- Save the PDF and keep your admit card safe for the SSB stage.
Next Step: SSB Interview Registration
- If your first choice is the Army (IMA/OTA), you must register on joinindianarmy.nic.in to receive SSB call-up information. Do not register again if you have already registered.
- If your address has changed, inform the Army, Naval or Air Headquarters (as applicable) directly and promptly.
- Navy first-choice candidates can use joinindiannavy.gov.in, and Air Force first-choice candidates can use careerindianairforce.cdac.in, for SSB-related information.
Helpline Numbers (as per the press note)
| For | Contact |
|---|---|
| UPSC Candidate’s Help Desk (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, all days) | 011-24041001, 011-40303444 |
| UPSC Facilitation Counter (in person) | Near Examination Hall Building, UPSC campus, working days 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| SSB – Army first choice | 011-26175473 |
| SSB – Navy / Naval Academy first choice | 011-23010097, officer-navy@nic.in |
| SSB – Air Force first choice | 011-23010231 (Extn. 7645 / 7646 / 7610) |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| CDS (II) 2026 Written Result – Press Note & Roll Numbers (UPSC PDF) | Download |
| UPSC Written Result page – CDS (II) 2026 | Open |
| PIB press release (19 Oct 2026) | Open |
| Result roll-number list (PIB PDF) | Download |
| Army SSB registration (Army first choice) | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in/ |
| UPSC Online (marks-sheet later) | https://upsconline.nic.in/ |
| UPSC official website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
हिंदी में जानकारी
संघ लोक सेवा आयोग (UPSC) ने 19 अक्टूबर 2026 को संयुक्त रक्षा सेवा परीक्षा (II), 2026 (CDS 2) का लिखित परिणाम जारी कर दिया है। यह परीक्षा 13 सितंबर 2026 को हुई थी। कुल 8,956 अभ्यर्थी रक्षा मंत्रालय के सेवा चयन बोर्ड (SSB) इंटरव्यू के लिए सफल घोषित किए गए हैं।
- कोर्स: IMA देहरादून 163वां (DE) कोर्स (जुलाई 2027), INA एझिमाला (जुलाई 2027), AFA हैदराबाद 222 F(P) (जुलाई 2027), OTA चेन्नई 126वां SSC पुरुष और महिला (NT) कोर्स (अक्टूबर 2027)।
- रिजल्ट कैसे देखें: upsc.gov.in पर What’s New में CDS (II) 2026 Written Result की PDF खोलें और Ctrl+F से अपना रोल नंबर खोजें।
- जिनकी पहली पसंद थल सेना (IMA/OTA) है, वे SSB कॉल-अप के लिए joinindianarmy.nic.in पर रजिस्ट्रेशन करें।
- सभी सफल अभ्यर्थियों की उम्मीदवारी अस्थायी (provisional) है। आयु, शैक्षिक योग्यता और NCC (C) के मूल प्रमाण-पत्र संबंधित सेना मुख्यालय को भेजने हैं: IMA और INA के लिए 01 जुलाई 2027 तक, AFA के लिए 13 मई 2027 तक और SSC (OTA) के लिए 01 अक्टूबर 2027 तक। मूल प्रमाण-पत्र UPSC को न भेजें।
- रिजल्ट देखने का कोई शुल्क नहीं है। मार्कशीट OTA के अंतिम परिणाम के 15 दिन के अंदर upsconline.nic.in पर आएगी।
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was the UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 declared?
UPSC declared the CDS (II) 2026 written result on 19 October 2026. The exam was held on 13 September 2026.
How many candidates qualified in CDS 2 2026?
8,956 candidates qualified for the SSB interview for IMA, INA, AFA and OTA (Men and Women) courses. Some candidates appear in more than one course list.
How can I check my CDS 2 2026 result?
Open the CDS (II) 2026 Written Result PDF on upsc.gov.in (or the PIB copy) and search for your roll number with Ctrl+F.
What should Army first-choice candidates do after the result?
They must register on joinindianarmy.nic.in to receive SSB call-up information. Candidates who are already registered should not register again.
When will CDS 2 2026 marks be released?
According to UPSC, the marks-sheet will be on upsconline.nic.in within 15 days of the final result of the OTA course (after the SSB interview), and it will stay there for 30 days.
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Source: Union Public Service Commission – upsc.gov.in (Press Note dated 19.10.2026, also released via PIB)
Note: This article is prepared from the official notice/website. Dates and details can change – always verify the latest information on the official website before applying or downloading. / नोट: आवेदन या डाउनलोड से पहले आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर नवीनतम जानकारी अवश्य जांचें।
