When does the application start for Result Post?

Applications for Result Post start on Predicted 10th December 2026.

What is the last date to apply for Result Post?

The last date to apply for Result Post is Predicted 30th December 2026.

What is the application fee for Result Post?

Application fee for Result Post: General: ₹200, OBC: ₹200.

UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS-I) Answer Key 2026

Name Of The Post

UPSC CDS 1 2026 Result

Last Updated

20th May 2026

Highlighted Information

CDS-I 2026 result announced for 451 defence academy vacancies

Short Information

The Union Public Service Commission has published the result for the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS-I) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check if they have qualified for the next stage by reviewing the official PDF result, which lists roll numbers of successful applicants. This recruitment is for positions in the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy. To be eligible, candidates needed a bachelor's degree, with engineering required for INA and Air Force Academy, and must have met specific age requirements. Those who have cleared the written exam should follow the instructions provided for interviews and medical tests, which are the next steps in the selection process.

Post Importance

This section is crucial because it informs candidates whether they have advanced in the recruitment process for prestigious defence academies.
Knowing the result allows applicants to prepare for interviews and medical evaluations, which are essential for final selection.
Timely checking of the result ensures candidates do not miss important deadlines or instructions for the next stages.

Department

Posted by Union Public Service Commission.

Stage Level

Operates at National-tier scope.

Eligibility

Other Qualification

For INA and Air Force Academy, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree specifically in engineering from a recognized university.

Job Type

Position type — Permanent.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Gender eligibility — All.

Vacancy

Detail

Post Name	Total Post
Indian Military Academy, IMA DehradunIndian Military Academy, IMA Dehradun	100100
Indian Naval Academy, INAIndian Naval Academy, INA	2626
Air Force Academy HyderabadAir Force Academy Hyderabad	3232
Officer Training Academy OTAOfficer Training Academy OTA	275275
Officer Training Academy OTA (Women)Officer Training Academy OTA (Women)	1818

Download Instructions

Begin by opening your web browser and navigating to the official Union Public Service Commission website.
Locate the section for Examination or Latest Notifications and find the CDS-I Result 2026 notification.
Click on the result link to view the PDF, review your outcome, and download or save the document for your records.
Consider printing a copy for future reference and documentation.

Application Fees

Female

0 Rs/-

Category Wise

General	200 Rs/-200 Rs/-
Obc	200 Rs/-200 Rs/-
Ews	200 Rs/-200 Rs/-
Sc	0 Rs/-0 Rs/-
St	0 Rs/-0 Rs/-

Important Dates

Application Start Date	Predicted 10th December 2026Predicted 10th December 2026
Application End Date	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Admit Card Release Date	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Exam Date	Predicted 9th January 2027Predicted 9th January 2027
Answer Key Release Date	Predicted 13th January 2027Predicted 13th January 2027
Result	08 May 2026 Available Now08 May 2026 Available Now

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