UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 : Download Merit List PDF

Union Public Service Commission declared the written result for Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2026. Qualified candidates now proceed to SSB interview testing.

UPSC CDS II Written Result Declaration Overview

The Union Public Service Commission completed the written evaluation for CDS Examination II 2026. Aspirants can now inspect the official roll number list on upsc.gov.in to confirm their qualifying status.

Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the gazette qualify provisionally for the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview round. Selected officers will join the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, or Officers Training Academy.

Important Dates and Official Schedule

Written Examination Date: September 2026

Written Result Announcement: 19 October 2026

SSB Interview Call Letters: November to December 2026

Course Commencement: July 2027

Cadet Academy Allocation and SSB Registration Requirements

All candidates who qualified in the written examination must register online on the Indian Army recruitment portal (joinindianarmy.nic.in) within two weeks of result declaration.

Aspirants who already registered on the army recruitment site do not need to register again. The respective Service Selection Boards will issue interview call letters via candidate email and portal dashboards.

Original certificates supporting age, educational qualifications, and degree passing status must reach Army or Navy headquarters as specified in the official commission circular.

How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 Online

1. Visit the official commission portal at upsc.gov.in.

2. Navigate to the Written Results section under Examinations.

3. Click on Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2026 Written Result with Name / Roll Number.

4. Open the official PDF document on your device.

5. Use Ctrl plus F or search by roll number to check your selection status.

6. Save and print the qualifying list for your SSB interview documentation.

Official Direct Links and Portal Verification

Candidates must access the verified portal links below to download official gazette PDFs, check roll numbers, or submit online representations without relying on third-party mirrors.