UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 Declared, 8,956 Candidates Qualify for SSB Interviews
The Union Public Service Commission has declared the written examination result for the Combined Defence Services Examination II, 2026. A total of 8,956 candidates have qualified to be interviewed by the Services Selection Board under the Ministry of Defence. The official result announcement was published on October 19, 2026.
Candidates who appeared for the written examination can check their qualifying status through the result PDF available on the official UPSC website. The written examination was conducted on September 13, 2026. Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the result document should follow the official instructions for the next stage of the selection process.
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026: Important Details
The Combined Defence Services examination is conducted by UPSC to select eligible candidates for officer training at designated defence academies. The CDS II 2026 examination covers entry to the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, the Indian Naval Academy in Ezhimala, the Air Force Academy in Hyderabad and the Officers Training Academy in Chennai, subject to the respective course and eligibility requirements.
According to the official announcement, the qualified candidates may be considered for the relevant courses beginning in 2027. The result PDF contains the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified in the written examination. Candidates should consult the official notice for academy-specific details and instructions.
How to Check the UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to check their results.
First, visit the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in.
Next, open the examinations or written results section and look for the Combined Defence Services Examination II, 2026 result link.
Open the result PDF and use the search function in the PDF viewer to enter the examination roll number. Candidates using a computer can usually press Ctrl+F to search the document.
Check the roll number carefully to confirm whether it appears in the list of qualified candidates. Download or save a copy of the official result PDF for future reference.
Candidates should rely on the official result document rather than unofficial lists or social media posts. If there is any doubt about the result or the next stage, they should refer to UPSC's official announcement and the relevant recruitment authority's instructions.
What Happens After the Written Result?
Candidates who qualify in the written examination will proceed to the Services Selection Board interview stage, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions and document verification. The SSB process assesses candidates for suitability for a career as an officer in the armed forces.
Candidates should monitor official communications for interview dates, reporting instructions, call letters and the list of documents they must bring. The written result alone does not confirm final selection or admission to an academy.
Candidates who selected the Army as their first preference, including those applying for the Indian Military Academy or Officers Training Academy, are instructed to register on the Indian Army Recruiting Directorate website at https://joinindianarmy.nic.in to receive information about their SSB interviews.
Candidates whose first preference is the Indian Naval Academy or the Air Force Academy should consult the relevant official recruitment websites and the contact details included in the UPSC result announcement. They should follow the instructions applicable to their selected service and academy.
When Will the Mark Sheets Be Available?
According to the official UPSC announcement, candidates' mark sheets will be made available on the Commission's online portal after the final result of the Officers Training Academy course is published following the SSB interviews. The notice states that the mark sheets will be available within 15 days of that final result and will remain accessible for 30 days.
This timeline relates to the final result process, not the immediate publication of the written examination result. Candidates should check the official UPSC website for updates rather than assume that individual marks are available alongside the written result PDF.
Why the CDS Examination Matters
The Combined Defence Services examination is an important route for eligible graduates seeking officer-level training in India's armed forces. The selection process includes a written examination and subsequent assessment stages, with eligibility requirements varying by academy and course.
The declaration of the CDS II 2026 written result marks the next step for the 8,956 qualified candidates. Those candidates should now verify their roll numbers, review the official instructions and prepare for the SSB process where applicable.
Candidates must remember that qualifying in the written examination is not the same as being finally selected. Final admission depends on the prescribed selection process, eligibility conditions, medical standards and other applicable requirements. For accurate updates, applicants should rely on UPSC and the relevant official defence recruitment portals.
