On 13 September 2026, the Union Public Service Commission conducted the written examination for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2. The test was conducted for candidates seeking admission to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy and Officers' Training Academy. This single day marked the beginning of a multi-step selection process that would determine who proceeds to the Service Selection Board interviews.
On 19 October 2026, the Union Public Service Commission declared the written examination result for CDS 2 2026. The declaration was made through the Commission's official channels.
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The result was made available on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in. Candidates were directed to visit this portal to learn whether they had qualified for the next stage.
This approach underscores the body's role as an impartial administrator of the examination.
Following the final declaration of results, the Union Public Service Commission has stated that marksheets will be released fifteen days later.
Candidates who have qualified for the Army-related streams—namely the Indian Military Academy and the Officers' Training Academy—are required to complete an additional step. They must register on the Recruiting Directorate's website to continue their application process, a stipulation that applies specifically to those opting for the Army.
Throughout the announcement and subsequent communications, the Union Public Service Commission maintained a neutral position, presenting the facts without commentary. This approach underscores the body's role as an impartial administrator of the examination.
The sequence of events is clear: the written examination took place on 13 September 2026; the result was declared on 19 October 2026; and the outcome was released to the public on 20 October 2026. Each date marks a distinct milestone in the selection timeline.
According to the Commission's guidance, qualified candidates can check their results by following specific steps outlined on the UPSC website.
As of now, the 8,956 candidates who have cleared the written examination are preparing for the next phase—the Service Selection Board interviews.