CDS 1 Notification 2026 OUT at upsc.gov.in; Check Dates and Steps to Apply

CDS 1 notification pdf 2026 has been released. Along with notification, CDS application form is also available online at official website. Candidates can check important dates and steps to apply for UPSC CDS here 

CDS 1 Notification 2026 OUT

Union Public Service Commission has released notification for Combined Defence Services Examination I 2026 today. Candidates can download CDS 1 notification 2026 from official website: upsc.gov.in. Along with notification, CDS 1 application link has also been activated. Last date to complete online CDS form is December 20, 2025. 

As per schedule, CDS 1 written exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on April 12 to provide entry into defence institutions such as Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA).

Also Read: CDS 1 Notification 2026 OUT Live Updates 

CDS 1 Important Dates 2026 

Candidates can check table to know UPSC CDS 1 important dates 

How to fill CDS 1 Application Form 2026?

Candidates can check these steps to know to fill up CDS 2026 application form

• Go to official website upsconline.nic.in
• On homepage, scroll down to “Account Creation” for new candidates
• Register with email ID, mobile number and other details
• Verify email and mobile number, create password and submit
• Login with either Registered email ID and password or Registered mobile number and OTP Universal Registration Number (URN) and password
• Pay fee and select exam centre 
• Review and confirm all details, then submit form

Direct Link to apply for CDS 1 2026 exam