UPSC CDS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 451 Posts in IMA, INA, AFA & OTA

Last Update: 11/12/2025 | 12:54 PM

What's Update :

Description: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a Official Notification NOTICE NO. 4/2026 CDS- I of UPSC CDS I. The application process will be open from 10 Dec to 30 Dec 2025 . Candidates must meet the required eligibility criteria including . As per the official notification, there are 451 vacancies available for male and female candidates. Interested candidates are advised to check the important dates and ensure they apply before the last date. For complete information, download the official notification and apply online using the links provided below.

Notification : NOTICE NO. 4/2026 CDS- I (Dated: 10 December 2025)

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2026

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📅 Important Dates

Begin Date : 10/12/2025
Last Date : 30/12/2025
Payment Last Date : 30/12/2025
Admit Card : To be notified soon
Exam Date : 12/04/2026

💸 Application Fee

General / OBC : ₹200/-
SC / ST : ₹0/-
All Category Female: ₹0/-
Payment can be made online through UPI, net banking, debit/credit card, etc.

🧾 Eligibility Criteria

🎂 Age Limit

Age Limit - UPSC CDS (I) 2026 (Course-wise)

IMA & INA: 02/01/2003 – 01/01/2008

AFA: 20–24 yrs (CPL: 20–26 yrs)

OTA Men/Women: 02/01/2002 – 01/01/2008

For age relaxation, please read the official notification "NOTICE NO. 4/2026 CDS- I" carefully.

UPSC CDS (I) 2026 – Post, Total Vacancies & Qualification
Post Name	Total Posts	Qualification
Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun – 162nd Course	100	Graduation Degree from a recognised University
Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala – Executive Branch / Hydro	26	Engineering Degree from a recognised University/Institution
Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad – 221 F(P) Pre-Flying Course	32	Graduation with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level OR Bachelor of Engineering
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – 125th SSC (Men) (Non-Technical)	275	Graduation Degree from a recognised University
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – 125th SSC Women (Non-Technical)	18	Graduation Degree from a recognised University
Total	451	—

👨‍💻 How to Apply

Visit the official website:

open upsconline.nic.in
and select the CDS 2026 application link
Create or update your URN profile:

enter basic details and valid Photo ID information
Upload your photograph and capture live photo:

ensure both images are clear and match guidelines
Fill the Common Application Form (CAF):

add personal details, address and category information
Enter your educational qualification:

provide graduation/engineering details as per eligibility
Choose exam preferences and exam centre:

select IMA/INA/AFA/OTA order and nearest centre
Pay the application fee:

submit ₹200 online (Female/SC/ST candidates are exempt)
Preview all details and final submit:

download and print the application form for future reference

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📰Post Name	UPSC CDS I
🔖Vacancy	451
📍Domicile	All Eligible Candidates
🎓Qualification	Graduation
👥Candidates	Male & Female
👨🏼‍🎓Age Limit	Age Limit - UPSC CDS (I) 2026 (Course-wise) \| IMA & INA: 02/01/2003 – 01/01/2008 \| AFA: 20–24 yrs (CPL: 20–26 yrs) \| OTA Men/Women: 02/01/2002 – 01/01/2008 \|
📅Apply Date	10 Dec to 30 Dec 2025
🏬Department	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

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