UPSC CDS II Final Results Announced for 2026: 302 Candidates Selected

The Union Public Service Commission has released the final results for the UPSC CDS II 2026, selecting 302 candidates for prestigious military courses. Candidates can check their selection status on the official UPSC website. The results detail the number of candidates chosen for the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy, along with the necessary steps for downloading the results. This announcement marks a significant milestone for those aspiring to join the armed forces.

By Ambika Singh Mar 31, 2026, 12:54 IST

UPSC CDS II Final Result 2026 Released

UPSC CDS II Final Result 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the final results for the UPSC CDS II on March 30, 2026. A total of 302 candidates have successfully made it through the selection process. Those who participated can view the list of selected candidates by visiting the official UPSC website or by checking the list provided below.

302 Candidates Selected
The written examination for CDS-II took place on September 14, 2025. Following this, successful candidates proceeded to the next phase, the SSB interview. Based on their performance, 302 candidates have been chosen.

These candidates are set to join the 161st (DE) Course at the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun, the Indian Naval Academy in Ezhimala, Kerala, and the (Pre-Flying) Training Course—specifically the 220 F(P) Course—at the Air Force Academy in Hyderabad.

According to the results, 190 candidates have been selected for the Indian Military Academy, 85 for the Indian Naval Academy, and 27 for the Air Force Academy. Before final admission, selected candidates must undergo a medical examination and document verification.

How to Download the UPSC CDS 2 Final Result
To access the final result for UPSC CDS 2, candidates should visit the official UPSC website. The results are available in a PDF format; candidates can check their roll numbers to see if they have been selected. Here’s how to download the result:

1. Go to the official UPSC website.
2. Look for the 'Examinations' or 'Results' section on the homepage.
3. Click on the link labeled 'Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 – Final Result'.
4. The PDF file with the results will appear on your screen.
5. Download the PDF and use 'Ctrl+F' to search for your roll number. Save or print the results for your records.