Update: 3 November 2026
Short Information: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the final result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026 on 2 November 2026. A total of 243 candidates have qualified across three merit lists.
UPSC CDS I Final Result 2026
| Important Dates | Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Written Exam: 12 April 2026 Written Result: 8 May 2026 Final Result: 2 November 2026 | Exam: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026 Advertisement No.: 04/2026 Organisation: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Result Details
| Academy | Candidates Qualified |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 155 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 63 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 25 |
| Total | 243 |
Some candidates appear on more than one list. The lists are provisional – medical examination results were not taken into account, and candidature is provisional on date-of-birth and educational verification by Army Headquarters. Marks will be published only after the OTA final result. For the total vacancies, check official notification.
How to Check the Result
- Visit upsc.gov.in.
- Open the Results / Examination section.
- Find the CDS-I final result PDF.
- Search your roll number in the PDF.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| Results / Examination Section | Available on upsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Question 1: When was the UPSC CDS I final result declared?
Answer: On 2 November 2026, after the SSB interviews.
Question 2: How many candidates qualified?
Answer: 243 – IMA 155, INA 63, AFA 25.
Question 3: How do I check the result?
Answer: Search your roll number in the CDS-I final result PDF on upsc.gov.in.
Question 4: Is this list final?
Answer: No, it is provisional; medical results were not considered and verification is pending.
Question 5: When will marks be published?
Answer: Only after the OTA final result.
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