UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2026

Download UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026. Check important dates, eligibility, and selection process.

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OrganizationUPSC
Post NameCDS I
Total Posts394
Job LocationAcross India
Advt No.04/2026
പ്രധാന തീയതികൾ
Application Start2025-12-10
Last Date2025-12-30
Admit Card Date2026-04-02
Answer Key Date2026-04-16
Written exam date2026-04-12
അപേക്ഷ ഫീസ്
SC/ST0
OBC100
General/EWS100
അർഹത
QualificationBachelor Degree in Any Stream for IMA & OTA, Engineering Degree for INA, Bachelor with Physics & Math at 10+2 or Engineering Degree for AFA
Age Limit SC/ST19-25
Age Limit OBC19-25
Age Limit General/EWS19-25
തിരഞ്ഞെടുപ്പ് പ്രക്രിയ
  • 1.) Written Exam
  • 2.) SSB Interview
  • 3.) Medical Examination
എങ്ങനെ അപേക്ഷിക്കാം
  • Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in.
  • Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Online' link for CDS I 2026.
  • Step 3: Fill in the required details and upload documents.
  • Step 4: Pay the application fee as applicable.
  • Step 5: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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വിശദാംശങ്ങൾ

UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2026 - Answer Key Released

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the answer key for Combined Defence Services Examination (I) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam on 12 April 2026 can download the answer key from the official website.

Important Dates

  • Application Begin: 10 December 2025
  • Last Date: 30 December 2025
  • Admit Card Available: 02 April 2026
  • Exam Date: 12 April 2026
  • Answer Key Released: 16 April 2026

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWSRs. 100
SC / STNil
FemaleNil

Vacancy Details Total: 394 Posts

Post NameTotal PostsEligibility
IMA (Indian Military Academy)100Bachelor Degree in Any Stream
INA (Indian Naval Academy)26Engineering Degree
AFA (Air Force Academy)32Bachelor Degree with Physics & Math at 10+2 OR Engineering Degree
OTA (Officers' Training Academy)293Bachelor Degree in Any Stream

How to Download Answer Key

Visit the official UPSC website atupsc.gov.in. Click on the 'Answer Key' link and select CDS I 2026. Download the PDF for future reference.

പതിവ് ചോദ്യങ്ങൾ
What is the exam date for UPSC CDS I 2026?

The written exam was held on 12 April 2026.

How can I download the UPSC CDS I answer key?

Visit the official UPSC website and click on the 'Answer Key' link under the CDS section.

What is the application fee for UPSC CDS I?

General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100, SC/ST and Female candidates: Nil.

What is the age limit for CDS I 2026?

IMA & INA: 19-24 years, Air Force: 20-24 years, OTA: 19-25 years as of 1 January 2027.

How many vacancies are there for CDS I 2026?

Total 394 vacancies: IMA (100), INA (26), AFA (32), OTA (293).

What is the selection process for CDS?

The selection process includes a Written Exam, SSB Interview, and Medical Examination.

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