The CDS I Examination 2026
Notification will be released on 10 December 2025
Application process- 10 December 2025
Submitting Application last date – 30 December 2025, up to 6 PM
CDS I 2026 examination is scheduled to be conducted on 12 April 2026
The CDS II Examination 2026
Notification (expected to be released) – 20 May 2026
Application process expected to start – 20 May 2026
Submitting Application last date will likely be 9 June 2026
CDS II 2026 examination is expected to take place on 13 September 2026.
Official Information
- UPSC CDS page: UPSC CDS Examination
- Online application portal: UPSC Online Apply