The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued a new notification for the UPSC CDS 1 2026 Notification  This recruitment drive includes vacancies for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). Around 450+ posts (expected) may be filled through this exam.
The UPSC CDS 1 Online Application Form 2025 will be available on the official website upsc.gov.in from 10 December 2025 to 30 December 2025. Candidates who wish to apply for UPSC CDS 1 Bharti 2025 should carefully go through the complete notification.
All important details such as eligibility criteria, application fees, age limit, salary structure, selection procedure, and additional information have been provided. The direct link to the UPSC CDS 1 Online Registration Form 2025 is given below.
UPSC CDS 1 2026 Notification : Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| CDS 1 Notification 2026 | 10th December 2025 |
| CDS 1 Application Form Starts | 10th December 2025 |
| Registration Last Date | 30th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 30th December 2025 |
| CDS 1 Exam Date 2026 | 12th April 2026 |
UPSC CDS 1 Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST | ₹0/- |
Payment Methods:
Payment can be made using a credit card, debit card, net banking, or through an offline E-Challan option.
UPSC CDS 1 Age Limit 2026
| Category / Course | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| OTA (Men & Women) | 19 – 25 Years |
UPSC CDS 1 Vacancy & Eligibility Details 2026
| Course Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria | Age Limit (Born Between) |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun | — |
A bachelor’s degree in any subject from a recognized university. |
02 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2008 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | — |
An engineering undergraduate degree from an accredited institution. |
02 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2008 |
| Air Force Academy, Hyderabad | — | A graduate degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, or an engineering bachelor’s degree. | 02 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2007 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) | — | A recognized university must award the candidate a bachelor’s degree in any discipline. | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – Women | — | Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in any field from an approved university. | 02 Jan 2002 – 01 Jan 2008 |
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Apply Online | Click Here Link Active 10 Dec 2025 |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here Link Active 10 Dec 2025 |
| Official Website | Click Here |
UPSC CDS 1 2026 Notification – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is CDS 1 2026 notification out?
Yes, the UPSC CDS 1 Notification 2026 has been released, announcing around 450+ expected vacancies for various academies including IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA.
2. How to apply for the UPSC CDS exam in 2026?
You can apply through the official UPSC website upsc.gov.in by completing the online registration, uploading the required documents, and paying the application fee.
3. What is the age limit for CDS exam 2026?
The age limits are as follows:
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IMA / INA / AFA: 20 to 24 years
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OTA: 19 to 25 years
4. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS 1 2026 Notification ?
The CDS 1 2026 application forms will be available from 10 December 2025 to 30 December 2025.
