UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026 – Out

UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026 : Union Public Service Commission UPSC, has released Exam Date for the recruitment of UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 on its official website. The exam will be conducted on 12 April 2026, and the last date to submit the application form was 30 December 2025. Candidates Can Also Check Exam City Details / Admit Card Soon using their Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth by logging into the portal. The direct link is provided below

UPSC CDS-I Online Form – 10 December 2025 UPSC CDS-I Examination 2025 : Short Details https://allgovjobs.com/
Important Dates	Application Fee
Online Apply Start Date : 10 December 2025 Online Apply Last Date : 30 December 2025 Last Date For Fee Payment : 30 December 2025 Exam Date : 12 April 2026 Admit Card : Before Exam Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website.	For General, OBC, EWS: ₹ 200/- For SC / ST : ₹ 0/- For All Female Category : ₹ 0/- Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: Debit Card Credit Card Internet Banking IMPS Cash Card / Mobile Wallet .
UPSC CDS-I Notification 2026 : Age Limits As On UPSC Rules.	Total Post
Age Between: 02 January 2003 to 01 January 2008 UPSC provides age relaxation for the CDS-I position as per their regulations.	451

UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details
Post Name	No. Of Post	Eligibility Criteria
Indian Military Academy, IMA Dehradun	100	Candidates must have passed Bachelor’s degree in any subject from a recognized university. In addition, your date of birth must fall between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008 to be eligible.
Indian Naval Academy, INA	26	Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a recognized university, and their date of birth should be between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008.
Air Force Academy Hyderabad	32	Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a recognized university, and their date of birth must be between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2008.
Officer Training Academy OTA	275	Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university, and their date of birth should be between 02 January 2002 and 01 January 2008.
Officer Training Academy OTA (Women)	18	Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university, and their date of birth must be between 02 January 2002 and 01 January 2008.

UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 : Mode Of Selection

Written Exam
Interview
Medical Examination
Physical Examination

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Important Questions and Answers

Q: Who announces the UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?

A: The UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026 is officially announced by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) through its examination calendar and official notification.

Q: For which examination is the UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026 released?

A: The exam date is released for the Combined Defence Services Examination-I (CDS-I) 2026, conducted for entry into IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA.

Q: When is the UPSC CDS-I examination usually conducted every year?

A: The UPSC CDS-I exam is usually conducted in February each year, as per the official UPSC examination schedule. However, the exact exam date may vary and is announced through the official notification.

Q: How can candidates check the UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?

A: Candidates can check the UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026 by downloading the official exam schedule or notification PDF released on the UPSC website.

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UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026