UPSC CDS 1 Application Form 2026

The UPSC CDS 1 Application Form 2026 is now open for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces, with around 450+ vacancies expected across IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. This cycle includes updated eligibility norms, important dates, required documents, and a streamlined online application process. Aspirants are advised to apply before the last date while ensuring all details match official guidelines for a smooth submission.

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RecruiterUPSC
Total Posts450+
Apply ModeOnline
Application Start Date10 December 2025
Last Date30 December 2025

Eligibility

  1. Age Limit
    • For Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Indian Naval Academy (INA): 19–24 years.
    • For Air Force Academy (AFA): 20–24 years.
    • For Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) — men & women: 19–25 years.
  2. Educational / Skill Qualification
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Any Stream OR Equivalent Eligibility From Any Recognised University/ Institution in India.

Salary & Vacancy Detail

  1. Salary: ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500/- Per Month
  2. Indian Military Academy (IMA): Update Soon
  3. Indian Naval Academy:Update Soon
  4. Air Force Academy:Update Soon
  5. Officer Training Academy (Men):Update Soon
  6. Officer Training Academy (Women):Update Soon

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹200.
  • SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Female candidates: Exempted from fee.
  • Payment mode: Online (Net-Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI as available)

Documents

  1. Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID / etc.)
  2. Graduation degree certificate / mark-sheets
  3. Recent passport-size photograph (as per UPSC specifications)
  4. Signature (scanned)
  5. Category certificate (if applying under SC/ST/PwBD/Female, for fee exemption or reservation)
  6. OTR registration proof / ID

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Selection Process

  • The selection involves written examination, followed by SSB interview, then document verification and medical examination.
  • For IMA, INA, AFA — written test marks total ~300; for OTA — total ~200 marks.
  • Question papers are objective-type, and exam is conducted offline.

How to Apply For UPSC CDS 1

  • Visit official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in) when the form is live.
  • Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already — this registration remains valid for future UPSC exams too.
  • Fill out the CDS-I 2026 application form, provide required personal, educational and contact details.
  • Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, reserve category certificate if applicable) as per specifications.
  • Pay the application fee (if applicable) via debit/credit card or net banking.
  • Submit before last date: 30 December 2025.

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