Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced 451 vacancies for the Combined Defence Services Examination I (CDS-I) 2026. Candidates must have a degree or equivalent qualification and meet the specified age criteria to apply by December 30, 2025.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 451
Post Name: Various posts including Indian Military Academy, Dehradun; Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala; Air Force Academy, Hyderabad; and Officers Training Academy, Chennai.
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Job Location: Multiple locations across India
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|
| Indian Military Academy, Dehradun 162nd DE Course commencing in January 2027 | 100 | Degree | Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January, 2003 and not later than 1st January, 2008 |
| Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala - Course commencing in January 2027 Executive Branch General ServiceHydro | 26 | Degree in Engineering | Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January, 2003 and not later than 1st January, 2008 |
| Air Force Academy, Hyderabad - Pre-Flying Training Course commencing in January 2027 i.e. 221 FP Course | 32 | Degree of a recognised University with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering | 20 to 24 years as on 1st January, 2027 |
| Officers Training Academy, Chennai Madras 125th SSC Men NT UPSC Course Commencing in April 2027 | 275 | - | Unmarried male candidate born not earlier than 2nd January 2002 and not later than 1st January 2008 |
| Officers Training Academy, Chennai Madras 125th SSC Women NT UPSC Course commencing in April 2027. | 18 | - | Unmarried male candidate born not earlier than 2nd January 2002 and not later than 1st January 2008 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must hold a degree or equivalent qualification as per the post requirements.
Age Limit:
Important Dates
Notification Release: October 10, 2025
Application Start Date: October 10, 2025
Last Date to Apply: December 30, 2025
Exam Date: To be announced
Application Fee
Salary / Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: Not specified in the notification.
Selection Process
[List the complete selection process steps:]
Written Examination
Interview
Medical Test
How to Apply
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