UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination-I 2026
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Job Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Combined Defence Services Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 451 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduation degree from recognized university |
| Location | All India |
| Category | Central Government |
UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) (I) 2026 The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will hold the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) (I), 2026 on 12th April 2026 for admission to Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Naval Academy, Ezihimala, Air force Academy, Hyderabad, and Officers Training Academy, Chennai for the courses (Men and Women) for recruitment of following various 451 Sarkari Naukri Vacancy of Officers in Navy, Army, and Indian Air Force. (UPSC Advt. No. 04/2
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Educational Qualification
Graduation degree from recognized university
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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Recruitment
Combined Defence Services Officer
UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) (I) 2026 The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will hold the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) (I), 2026 on 12th April 2026 for admission to Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Naval Academy, Ezihimala, Air force Academy, Hyderabad, and Officers Training Academy, Chennai for the courses (Men and Women) for recruitment of following various 451 Sarkari Naukri Vacancy of Officers in Navy, Army, and Indian Air Force. (UPSC Advt. No. 04/2
๐ Last Date to Submit Application: Check notification
๐ Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) โ Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Defence Services Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 451 Post(s) |
| Salary / Stipend | |
| Qualification Required | Graduation degree from recognized university |
| Age Limit | |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date | Check notification |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
๐ Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Combined Defence Services Officer | 451 |
โ Eligibility Criteria
๐ Educational Qualification
- For IMA and Officers' Training Academy: Degree from recognized University
- For Indian Naval Academy: Degree in Engineering
- For Air Force Academy: Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering
- IMA: 19-24 years
- Indian Naval Academy: 19-22 years
- Air Force Academy: 20-24 years
- Officers' Training Academy: 19-25 years
Educational Qualification:
Age Limit:
๐ค Age Limit
- As per government rules
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as per government rules
๐ฐ Salary Structure
Pay Scale: As per pay matrix
Additional allowances as per government norms (DA, HRA, TA, etc.)
๐ณ Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Check Official Notification |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Check Official Notification |
Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI
๐ Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Note: Selection process may vary. Please refer to official notification for exact details.
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | Check notification |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before exam date |
๐ How to Apply
- Visit UPSC official website upsconline.nic.in
- Click on 'Online Application for Various Examinations'
- Select 'Combined Defence Services Examination (I) 2026'
- Register with basic details
- Fill application form with personal, educational details
- Upload required documents and photograph
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit application and take printout
โญ Important Highlights
- โจ Total Vacancies: 451 Post(s)
- โจ Attractive Salary: As per pay matrix
- โจ Location: All India
- โจ Application Mode: Online
- โ ๏ธ Don't miss the last date: Check notification
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Selection process may vary. Please refer to official notification for exact details.
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