{"id":612,"date":"2026-10-26T13:34:06","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T13:34:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/?post_type=gjp_result&#038;p=612"},"modified":"2026-10-26T13:34:06","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T13:34:06","slug":"upsc-cds-2-result-2026","status":"publish","type":"gjp_result","link":"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 Out \u2013 Download Written Result PDF, Check Merit List and SSB Interview Details"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026:<\/mark><\/strong> The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the written examination result of the <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026<\/mark><\/strong> on <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\"><strong>19 October 2026<\/strong>.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who appeared in the examination conducted on <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">13 September 2026<\/mark><\/strong> can download the UPSC CDS 2 Written Result 2026 PDF from the official website, <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\"><strong>upsc.gov.in<\/strong>.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">A total of <strong>8,956 candidates<\/strong> have qualified for the next stage of the selection process, the <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\"><strong>Services Selection Board (SSB) interview<\/strong>.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The examination was conducted for <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">451 vacancies<\/mark><\/strong> across the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA) and Officers&#8217; Training Academy (OTA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The result is available in PDF format and contains the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the SSB interview. Candidates do not need to log in to check their written results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates can find the direct result link, important dates, academy-wise vacancies, selection process, SSB registration instructions, cut-off details and frequently asked questions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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Result 2026 \u2013 Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Important_Dates\" >UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Important Dates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_PDF_Download_Link\" >UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 PDF Download Link<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#How_to_Check_UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026\" >How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Total_Qualified_Candidates\" >UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Total Qualified Candidates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Vacancy_Details_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 Vacancy Details 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Academy-Wise_Vacancy_Distribution\" >Academy-Wise Vacancy Distribution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Details_Mentioned_in_the_PDF\" >UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Details Mentioned in the PDF<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#What_Happens_After_UPSC_CDS_2_Written_Result_2026\" >What Happens After UPSC CDS 2 Written Result 2026?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Stage_1_%E2%80%93_Written_Examination\" >Stage 1 \u2013 Written Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Stage_2_%E2%80%93_SSB_Interview\" >Stage 2 \u2013 SSB Interview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Stage_3_%E2%80%93_Medical_Examination\" >Stage 3 \u2013 Medical Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Stage_4_%E2%80%93_Final_Merit_List\" >Stage 4 \u2013 Final Merit List<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Stage_5_%E2%80%93_Training_Academy_Admission\" >Stage 5 \u2013 Training Academy Admission<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_SSB_Interview_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 SSB Interview 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#SSB_Stage_I\" >SSB Stage I<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#SSB_Stage_II\" >SSB Stage II<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_SSB_Registration_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 SSB Registration 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Important_SSB_Registration_Instructions\" >Important SSB Registration Instructions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Exam_Pattern_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 Exam Pattern 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#For_IMA_INA_and_AFA\" >For IMA, INA and AFA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#For_OTA\" >For OTA<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Selection_Marks_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 Selection Marks 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Cut_Off_Marks_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 Cut Off Marks 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Minimum_Qualifying_Marks\" >Minimum Qualifying Marks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Marksheet_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 Marksheet 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Final_Result_2026\" >UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Documents_Required_for_UPSC_CDS_2_SSB_Interview_2026\" >Documents Required for UPSC CDS 2 SSB Interview 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Important_Instructions\" >UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Important Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Important_Links\" >UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Important Links<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/sarkariresultme.com\/hi\/results\/upsc-cds-2-result-2026\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Overview\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Particulars<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Conducting Authority<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Examination Name<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Short Name<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>UPSC CDS 2 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Advertisement Number<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>11\/2026-CDS-II<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Total Vacancies<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>451<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Examination Date<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>13 September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Result Declaration Date<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>19 October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Result Status<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>Released<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Qualified Candidates<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>8,956<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Result Format<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>PDF<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Login Required<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Selection Stage<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>Written Examination<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Next Stage<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>SSB Interview<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Training Academies<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>IMA, INA, AFA and OTA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Official Website<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Important_Dates\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Important Dates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates can check the complete examination timeline below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Important Date<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>CDS 2 Notification Release<\/td><td>20 May 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online Application Starting Date<\/td><td>20 May 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date to Apply Online<\/td><td>11 June 2026 (Extended)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Admit Card Release<\/td><td>3 September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CDS 2 Written Examination<\/td><td>13 September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Written Result Declaration<\/td><td>19 October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SSB Interview Schedule<\/td><td>To Be Communicated<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medical Examination<\/td><td>After Applicable SSB Stages<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Final Merit List<\/td><td>To Be Announced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Written Examination Marksheets<\/td><td>After Final Result, As Per UPSC Rules<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> The written examination result has been declared, but the final selection result has not yet been announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_PDF_Download_Link\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 PDF Download Link<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">UPSC has published the CDS 2 written examination result in PDF format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Direct Official Result PDF:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.upsc.gov.in\/sites\/default\/files\/WR-CDSE-II-2026-Engl-19102026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.upsc.gov.in\/sites\/default\/files\/WR-CDSE-II-2026-Engl-19102026.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Official UPSC Website:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should download the PDF and search for their roll number to check whether they have qualified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If the direct PDF link does not open due to a temporary server issue, candidates should visit the UPSC homepage and open the Written Results section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Check_UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026\"><\/span>How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates can follow the steps below to download the written result PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Visit the official UPSC website at <a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Open the <strong>Written Results<\/strong> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Locate the result titled <strong>Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Click the Written Result PDF link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> The result document will open in your browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Press <strong>Ctrl + F<\/strong> on a computer or use the PDF search option on a mobile device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Enter your examination roll number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 8:<\/strong> Check whether your roll number appears in the list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 9:<\/strong> If your roll number is listed, you have qualified for the next stage, subject to the conditions in the result notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 10:<\/strong> Download and save the PDF for future reference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should keep their written examination roll numbers available while checking the result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Total_Qualified_Candidates\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Total Qualified Candidates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">According to the result announcement, <strong>8,956 candidates<\/strong> have qualified in the written examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Particulars<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Examination<\/td><td>CDS (II) 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Written Examination Date<\/td><td>13 September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Result Date<\/td><td>19 October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Qualified Candidates<\/td><td>8,956<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Next Stage<\/td><td>SSB Interview<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The result is provisional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates must fulfill the prescribed eligibility conditions and complete the remaining selection procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> Qualifying the written examination does not guarantee final selection or admission to a defence academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Vacancy_Details_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Vacancy Details 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">UPSC announced <strong>451 vacancies<\/strong> across four defence training academies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Academy-Wise_Vacancy_Distribution\"><\/span>Academy-Wise Vacancy Distribution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Training Academy<\/th><th>Vacancies<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun<\/td><td>100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala<\/td><td>26<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad<\/td><td>32<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Officers&#8217; Training Academy (OTA), Chennai \u2013 Men<\/td><td>275<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Officers&#8217; Training Academy (OTA), Chennai \u2013 Women<\/td><td>18<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>451<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The vacancies are associated with the relevant training courses and may be subject to changes under the official recruitment rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Details_Mentioned_in_the_PDF\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Details Mentioned in the PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The official written result PDF contains information relevant to the examination and shortlisted candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>Examination Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Result Declaration Information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qualified Candidates&#8217; Roll Numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relevant Academy or Course References<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important Instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next-Stage Selection Information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official UPSC Notices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The written result PDF does not normally provide individual marks, complete interview schedules or final merit ranks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Those details are communicated separately according to the examination process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_After_UPSC_CDS_2_Written_Result_2026\"><\/span>What Happens After UPSC CDS 2 Written Result 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who qualify in the written examination must complete the next stages of the selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_1_%E2%80%93_Written_Examination\"><\/span>Stage 1 \u2013 Written Examination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates appear in the UPSC CDS written examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_2_%E2%80%93_SSB_Interview\"><\/span>Stage 2 \u2013 SSB Interview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Written-qualified candidates are called for assessment by the relevant Services Selection Board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_3_%E2%80%93_Medical_Examination\"><\/span>Stage 3 \u2013 Medical Examination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates recommended through the SSB process must satisfy the applicable medical standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_4_%E2%80%93_Final_Merit_List\"><\/span>Stage 4 \u2013 Final Merit List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Final selection depends on the prescribed written examination and SSB marks, medical fitness, eligibility, academy preferences and available vacancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stage_5_%E2%80%93_Training_Academy_Admission\"><\/span>Stage 5 \u2013 Training Academy Admission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates selected according to the final merit and eligibility conditions are considered for admission to the relevant defence training academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_SSB_Interview_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 SSB Interview 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The SSB interview is the next major selection stage for candidates who have qualified in the written examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The SSB assessment generally takes place in two stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSB_Stage_I\"><\/span>SSB Stage I<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The initial screening stage generally includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who qualify in Stage I proceed to Stage II.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSB_Stage_II\"><\/span>SSB Stage II<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The second stage generally includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>Psychological Tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal Interview<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates are assessed on the qualities required for commissioned officer roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The final recommendation depends on performance in the prescribed assessment process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_SSB_Registration_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 SSB Registration 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who have qualified in the written examination and indicated the Army as their first preference for IMA or OTA should follow the registration instructions provided in the official result notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Indian Army Recruitment Website:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who are registering for the first time may need to create an account using their personal details and registered email address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates already registered on the portal should follow the instructions applicable to existing users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">SSB interview information is communicated through the relevant service recruitment authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should verify their email addresses and regularly check the official websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_SSB_Registration_Instructions\"><\/span>Important SSB Registration Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>Read the UPSC written result notice carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check whether separate registration is required for your first-choice academy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the relevant official defence recruitment website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter accurate personal and examination details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a valid email address and mobile number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor communications concerning SSB dates and centres.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the SSB call letter when issued.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow all instructions regarding reporting and documents.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should not assume that every academy uses the same registration procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Exam_Pattern_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Exam Pattern 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The CDS written examination pattern differs according to the training academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_IMA_INA_and_AFA\"><\/span>For IMA, INA and AFA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Subject<\/th><th>Maximum Marks<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>English<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>2 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Knowledge<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>2 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Elementary Mathematics<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>2 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>300<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>6 Hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_OTA\"><\/span>For OTA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Subject<\/th><th>Maximum Marks<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>English<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>2 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Knowledge<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>2 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>200<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>4 Hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates applying for OTA are not required to appear in the Elementary Mathematics paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Selection_Marks_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Selection Marks 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The written examination and SSB interview carry equal maximum marks for the relevant academy categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Academy<\/th><th>Written Marks<\/th><th>SSB Marks<\/th><th>Total<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Military Academy<\/td><td>300<\/td><td>300<\/td><td>600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Naval Academy<\/td><td>300<\/td><td>300<\/td><td>600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Air Force Academy<\/td><td>300<\/td><td>300<\/td><td>600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Officers&#8217; Training Academy<\/td><td>200<\/td><td>200<\/td><td>400<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates must satisfy the prescribed qualifying requirements at each stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Final merit is prepared according to the applicable examination rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Cut_Off_Marks_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Cut Off Marks 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The official written examination cut-off marks for CDS 2 2026 have not been confirmed in the written result announcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">UPSC generally publishes cut-off information after completion of the final selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Cut-off marks may differ among the academies because of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>Number of Vacancies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Number of Candidates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Examination Difficulty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidate Performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prescribed Minimum Qualifying Marks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academy-Specific Selection Requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should avoid treating unofficial expected cut-off marks as official results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minimum_Qualifying_Marks\"><\/span>Minimum Qualifying Marks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The CDS examination rules provide for minimum qualifying requirements in the written papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should consult the official examination notice for the applicable minimum marks and any additional qualifying conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Marksheet_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Marksheet 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Individual marksheets are not generally released along with the written result PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">According to the reported UPSC result instructions, marksheets are expected to become available <strong>within 15 days of publication of the final result for the OTA course<\/strong>, after completion of the SSB interview process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The marksheets are expected to remain accessible for a limited period of approximately <strong>30 days<\/strong>, according to the official notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should check the UPSC website for the exact release date and availability window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Final_Result_2026\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The final result will be declared after completion of the applicable SSB selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should understand the difference between the written result and final merit list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Written Result<\/th><th>Final Result<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Released on 19 October 2026<\/td><td>Not Yet Announced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Based on Written Examination<\/td><td>Based on Applicable Final Selection Rules<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shortlists Candidates for SSB<\/td><td>Identifies Candidates Recommended or Selected<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Does Not Guarantee Academy Admission<\/td><td>Subject to Medical Fitness, Eligibility and Vacancies<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Available in PDF Format<\/td><td>Published Separately<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should continue checking official UPSC and defence recruitment websites for updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_UPSC_CDS_2_SSB_Interview_2026\"><\/span>Documents Required for UPSC CDS 2 SSB Interview 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should keep the following documents ready, subject to the instructions in their SSB call letter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>SSB Call Letter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPSC CDS Admit Card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid Photo Identity Proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Class 10 Certificate for Date of Birth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Class 12 Certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduation Degree or Provisional Certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational Marksheets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relevant Eligibility Certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport-Size Photographs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other Documents Specified by the Recruiting Authority<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates appearing in the final year of graduation should follow the documentary requirements and deadlines prescribed in the official examination notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Important_Instructions\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Important Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Download the Official PDF<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Use the UPSC website rather than unofficial result pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Search Using the Correct Roll Number<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Enter your examination roll number exactly as printed on your admit card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Do Not Confuse Written and Final Results<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The written result only shortlists candidates for the next stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Check SSB Registration Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Follow the relevant Army, Navy or Air Force instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Keep Your Registered Email Active<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Important SSB communications may be sent electronically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Prepare Your Documents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Keep original educational and identity documents ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Follow Official Medical Standards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates must satisfy the applicable medical fitness requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Monitor SSB Dates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Interview schedules and centres are communicated separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9. Avoid Unverified Cut-Off Claims<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Wait for official UPSC cut-off information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10. Preserve Your Result PDF<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Save the PDF and your examination details for future reference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_CDS_2_Result_2026_%E2%80%93_Important_Links\"><\/span>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 \u2013 Important Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Description<\/th><th>Important Link<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Download UPSC CDS 2 Written Result PDF<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.upsc.gov.in\/sites\/default\/files\/WR-CDSE-II-2026-Engl-19102026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official Result PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Check UPSC Written Results<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UPSC Official Website<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">CDS 2 Recruitment Notification<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UPSC Official Website<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Army SSB Registration<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/joinindianarmy.nic.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join Indian Army<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Check SSB Interview Updates<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>Relevant Defence Recruitment Portals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Download CDS 2 Marksheet<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>To Be Announced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Check CDS 2 Final Result<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td>To Be Announced<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1. Is UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 released?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. UPSC declared the CDS 2 written examination result on 19 October 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q2. What is the UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 date?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The result was declared on 19 October 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q3. When was the UPSC CDS 2 examination conducted?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The written examination was held on 13 September 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q4. How many candidates qualified for the SSB interview?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">A total of 8,956 candidates qualified in the written examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q5. Where can I download UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026 PDF?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates can download the written result PDF from upsc.gov.in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q6. Is login required to check CDS 2 Result 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">No. The result is available as a public PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q7. How can I check my roll number in the result PDF?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Open the PDF and use Ctrl + F or the mobile PDF search function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q8. How many vacancies are available in CDS 2 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The examination was conducted for 451 vacancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q9. Which academies are included in CDS 2 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">IMA, INA, AFA and OTA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q10. What is the next stage after the CDS 2 written result?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Qualified candidates proceed to the SSB interview stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q11. Is the CDS 2 written result the final merit list?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">No. Final selection is subject to the remaining selection stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q12. When will the UPSC CDS 2 SSB interview be held?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Interview dates and centres will be communicated by the relevant recruiting authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q13. Is Army SSB registration required after the written result?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates whose first preference is Army (IMA\/OTA) should follow the registration instructions in the official result notice at joinindianarmy.nic.in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q14. Has UPSC released CDS 2 Cut Off 2026?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The official cut-off has not been confirmed in the written result announcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q15. When will CDS 2 marksheets be released?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">UPSC is expected to release marksheets according to the prescribed schedule after the relevant final result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q16. How many written examination marks are there for IMA, INA and AFA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The written examination carries 300 marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q17. How many written examination marks are there for OTA?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The OTA written examination carries 200 marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q18. What is the official UPSC website?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The official website is <a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q19. Can I check CDS 2 Result 2026 using my name?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The roll-number-wise result PDF should be checked using the examination roll number. Any separately published name-wise result should be accessed only through the official UPSC website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q20. What happens after the SSB interview?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates recommended by the SSB undergo the applicable medical examination and further selection procedures before final merit and academy admission.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UPSC CDS 2 Result 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the written examination result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 on 19 October 2026. Candidates who appeared in the examination conducted on 13 September 2026 can download the UPSC CDS 2 Written Result 2026 PDF from the official website, upsc.gov.in. 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