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UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026

By Sarkari Afsar Editorial Team
πŸ“… Posted03 Apr 2026
⏰ Last Date30 Dec 2025
🏒 AuthorityUPSC
πŸ‘₯ Vacancies451
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Authority
UPSC
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Vacancies
451
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Category
Government Exam
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Location
India
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Important Dates
Online Apply Start Date
Online Apply Last Date
Last Date For Fee Payment
Exam Date
Admit Card
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Application Fee
General / OBCβ‚Ή200/-
SC / STβ‚Ή0/-
πŸ’³ Mode: Debit Card Β· Credit Card Β· Internet Banking Β· IMPS Β· Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
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Vacancy Breakdown
Total Sanctioned Posts451
Post NameTotalUROBCSCSTEWS
Indian Military Academy, IMA Dehradun100β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”
Indian Naval Academy, INA26β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”
Air Force Academy Hyderabad32β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”
Officer Training Academy OTA275β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”
Officer Training Academy OTA (Women)18β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”
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Eligibility & Qualification
1
Indian Military Academy, IMA Dehradun
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.
2
Indian Naval Academy, INA
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.
3
Air Force Academy Hyderabad
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.
4
Officer Training Academy OTA
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.
5
Officer Training Academy OTA (Women)
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.
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Selection Process
1
Written Exam
2
Medical Examination
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Important Links
πŸ””Check Exam Date Noticeβ†—πŸ“Apply Online Linkβ†—πŸ›οΈCheck Official Notificationβ†—πŸ›οΈUPSC Official Websiteβ†—
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?+
The last date to apply online is check official website. Candidates should apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
How many vacancies are available in UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?+
A total of 451 vacancies have been announced by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for this recruitment.
What is the salary for UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?+
The salary/pay scale is as per government rules. Additional allowances are provided as per government norms.
How to apply online for UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?+
Visit the official website, register with valid email/phone, fill the application form, upload documents, pay the fee, and submit. Save the confirmation page.
What is the selection process for UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026?+
Written Exam, Medical Examination
Preparation Zone
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Start Preparing for UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026
Follow this strategy to maximise your chances of selection
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01Read the Notification
The syllabus and exam pattern are officially defined in the notification β€” read it fully.
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02Topic-wise Schedule
Make a study schedule and follow it consistently β€” regularity beats last-minute cramming.
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03Previous Year Papers
Solve PYQs for pattern familiarity and to identify high-weightage topics.
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04Mock Tests
Attempt full-length mock tests regularly to build speed, accuracy, and exam composure.
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Pro Tip: Dedicate at least 3–4 hours daily starting today. Split your time: 50% on your weakest subject, 30% on moderate areas, and 20% on revision and mock tests. Consistency is more important than marathon sessions.
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Recommended Books
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Mathematics
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams
by R.S. Aggarwal
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Reasoning
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
by R.S. Aggarwal
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GK
Lucent's General Knowledge
by Lucent Publication
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English
Objective English for Competitive Exams
by S.P. Bakshi
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GS
General Studies β€” Paper I
by Disha Experts
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Practice
Previous Year Solved Papers
by Arihant Publications
πŸ“Œ Note: Books listed are based on exam category. Always check the latest edition. Official NCERT books are recommended alongside these.
Quick Reference
πŸ“How to Apply β€” Step by Step⏰ Deadline: 30 December 2025
  1. Visit the official website of UPSC.
  2. Navigate to the Recruitment / Latest Jobs section.
  3. Find the "UPSC CDS-I Exam Date 2026" advertisement and download the official notification PDF.
  4. Register with a valid email address and mobile number to create a login.
  5. Log in and fill the online application form β€” verify all personal, academic, and category details carefully.
  6. Upload scanned documents: photograph, signature, and certificates in the required format (JPG / PDF).
  7. Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
  8. Submit the form. Save the application number and print or download the confirmation page.
  9. Keep the submitted form printout safe for admit card download, exam day, and document verification.
β†’ Apply at Official Website β†—
πŸ“„Documents Required
  • βœ“Graduation Degree & All Semester Marksheets
  • βœ“Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport (any valid govt. photo ID)
  • βœ“Recent Passport-size Photographs (white background preferred)
  • βœ“Signature scan on plain white paper
  • βœ“Caste / Category Certificate (OBC / SC / ST, if applicable)
  • βœ“EWS Certificate (if claiming EWS reservation)
  • βœ“PwD / Disability Certificate (if applicable)
  • βœ“Date of Birth Proof (Birth Certificate or 10th Marksheet)

* Carry originals and self-attested photocopies for document verification.

Detailed Guide
πŸ”’Official Source

  • UPSC se related updates ke liye sirf https://upsc.gov.in/ ko trust karo. WhatsApp groups, Telegram channels, aur social media posts mein bahut baar galat exam dates, fake admit card links, aur wrong cut-off lists share hoti hain β€” unpar act karne se selection cancel ho sakta hai. Kuch websites spoof links share karti hain jo exactly official website jaisi dikhti hain β€” URL bar mein address zaroor check karo pehle. UPSC kabhi bhi third-party website ya private number se notifications nahi bhejta. Personal information β€” registration number, password, OTP β€” kisi ke saath share mat karo, yeh phishing attacks hote hain. Hum bhi apni information directly https://upsc.gov.in/ se verify karke yahan update karte hain β€” hum koi fee nahi lete aur sirf verified sources use karte hain. Agar koi news suspicious lage to directly official website check karo β€” ek minute ka effort aapko bade nuksaan se bacha sakta hai. Recruitment fraud ke cases bhi aate hain β€” koi agent agar selection guarantee de to woh fraud hai, report karo.

πŸ“„Documents

  • UPSC Document Verification ke liye ready rakhein:

  • β–Έ10th marksheet (date of birth proof)
  • β–Έ12th ya equivalent certificate + marksheet
  • β–ΈGraduation degree certificate + all year marksheets
  • β–ΈCaste Certificate β€” SC/ST/OBC ke liye (agar applicable)
  • β–ΈIncome Certificate β€” EWS category ke liye
  • β–ΈDomicile ya Residence Certificate
  • β–ΈPassport size color photos (white background, latest)
  • β–ΈValid Government Photo ID β€” Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID
  • β–ΈCharacter Certificate (gazetted officer se attested)

  • Originals + self-attested photocopy ka ek complete set banao. Self-attestation mein apna naam, Roll Number, aur date likhna zaroori hota hai. Ek bhi document missing ya expired hua to candidature turant cancel ho sakti hai β€” is process mein koi second chance nahi milta. OBC ya EWS certificate mein issue date check karo β€” adhiktar recruitments mein 1 saal purana certificate reject ho jaata hai. Documents ko ek clear plastic folder mein index ke saath arrange karo β€” verification officer ka kaam asaan hoga aur aapka impression bhi achha padega.

πŸ“šPreparation

  • UPSC exam ki smart preparation strategy:

  • Pehle official syllabus download karo aur ek realistic study plan banao β€” syllabus ke bina padhai direction-less hoti hai. Written exam mein GK/GS, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, aur Language common sections hain. In mein se Reasoning aur Math scoring hote hain β€” inhe daily 1-2 ghante do. Previous year question papers solve karna compulsory hai β€” trend samjhoge to marks improve honge. Weekly mock tests do aur performance analyze karo. 451 posts ke liye competition tough hai β€” consistency aur daily practice hi selection ki guarantee deti hai. Distractions kam karo, phone usage time-limit karo, aur study group join karo β€” group study mein concepts zyada clear hote hain.

πŸ“ŠVacancy Insights

  • UPSC vacancy analysis β€” competition aur strategy:

  • πŸ“Š 451 posts β€” medium size recruitment. Selection ratio tight hoga, top 30% mein rehna target karo.

  • πŸ“Œ Sabse zyada seats: "Officer Training Academy OTA" post (275) β€” agar eligible ho to is post ko priority mein rakho, chances better hain.

  • Category strategy:

  • β–ΈUR/General: Cutoff sabse upar hoga β€” scoring section (Math, Reasoning) mein koi mistake afford mat karo.
  • β–ΈOBC/EWS: UR se 3-7 marks ka buffer hota hai typically β€” comfort zone mein mat raho, UR level preparation karo.
  • β–ΈSC/ST: Cutoff relatively low hota hai lekin passing marks compulsory hain β€” har section mein minimum qualify karna zaroori hai.

  • Expected cutoff predict karna mushkil hai β€” isliye target hamesha expected cutoff se 10-15 marks upar rakhna smart strategy hai.

πŸ“Apply Online Now β†’

Always verify from official source before applying