Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has kicked off the UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 Notification today, December 10, 2025, inviting graduates to join the Indian Armed Forces as officers. This elite exam recruits 453 cadets for Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA) for men and women. Applications open now till December 30, 2025, for unmarried graduates aged 20–24 (IMA/AFA/INA) or 19–25 (OTA). The written exam is on April 12, 2026—your path to a commissioned life with starting pay of ₹56,100! Let’s break it down and get you geared up.
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| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start Date : December 10, 2025 Online Apply Last Date : December 30, 2025 Last Date For Fee Payment : December 30, 2025 Correction Window : January 1–7, 2026 (Expected) Exam Date : April 12, 2026 Admit Card : March 2026 (Last Week Expected) Result Date : May 2026 | General / OBC / EWS : ₹200 SC / ST / Female : ₹0 |
| Age Limit | Total Post |
| Age Limit (as on January 1, 2026) Minimum Age : 20 Years Maximum Age : 24 Years (IMA / INA / AFA) Maximum Age : 25 Years (OTA Men / Women) Born not earlier than January 2, 2002, and not later than January 1, 2006 (IMA/INA/AFA); January 2, 2001–January 1, 2007 (OTA). Relaxation: 5 years SC/ST, 3 OBC, 10 PwBD. | 453 Posts |
Eligibility Crireria & Vacancy Details
| Post Name / Academy | No. of Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) Dehradun | 100 | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from recognized university; unmarried. |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 32 | B.E./B.Tech Degree with 60% marks (any discipline for Exec Branch, specific for Tech). |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) Hyderabad | 32 | B.E./B.Tech in specified branches (60%) OR Graduation with Physics/Math + 50% marks. |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) Men | 170 | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline; unmarried. |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) Women (Non-Tech) | 19 | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline; unmarried. |
🧾 How to Fill Online Form 2025
- Interested candidates who wish to apply for the UPSC post can submit their application online before December 30, 2025 : Visit upsconline.nic.in.
- Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly : OTR if new.
- Alternatively, visit the official website of UPSC to complete the application process online : Fill Part-I (details), upload photo/signature (20–300 KB).
- Make sure to complete the application before the deadline December 30, 2025 : Pay fee, submit Part-II, print e-receipt.
📎 Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| 🔗 Apply Online | Click Here (Link Activate Soon) |
| 🔗 Check Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here (Link Activate Soon) |
| 🔗 Join Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| 🔗 Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| 🔗 Official Website | Click Here |
⚙️ Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Written Exam : Offline, English (100 marks), GK (100 marks), Math (100 marks for IMA/INA/AFA; OTA: English + GK only 200 marks).
- Interview : SSB, 300 marks (psychology, group tasks, conference).
- Medical Examination : Fitness standards.
- Physical Examination : Height, vision, etc.
Salary
Selected Officers receive:
- During Training : ₹56,100 (Level-10) + allowances (₹70,000–₹1,00,000 in-hand)
- Post-Commission : ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 + MSP ₹15,500, DA, HRA
- Perks : Medical, pension, adventure allowances, rapid promotions
Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photo & signature
- Graduation mark sheets & certificates
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
- Aadhaar Card for ID
- Income Certificate (EWS)
Conclusion
The UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 notification drops today, December 10, 2025—your summons to 453 defence posts! If you’re a graduate aged 20–25, apply online by December 30, 2025, at upsc.gov.in and prep for the April 12 exam. With a salary of ₹70,000–₹1,00,000 during training and a legacy of leadership, this is your order to arms. Download the PDF and enlist—nation calls!
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FAQs
Q1. When does the UPSC CDS-I Recruitment 2026 form start? A: December 10, 2025
Q2. Last date to apply? A: December 30, 2025
Q3. How many posts in UPSC CDS-I 2026? A: 453 (IMA 100, INA 32, AFA 32, OTA Men 170, OTA Women 19)
Q4. Eligibility for UPSC CDS OTA? A: Bachelor’s in any discipline
Q5. UPSC CDS exam date? A: April 12, 2026
Q6. Official website? A: https://upsc.gov.in
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