CDS 2 Exam Results Announced: Next Steps for Aspiring Officers

CDS 2 Examination Results Released

The results for the CDS 2 examination, aimed at candidates seeking to join the armed forces as officers, have been officially announced. Candidates who participated in this examination can now view their results on the UPSC's official website, upsc.gov.in. A total of 8,956 candidates have successfully qualified for the subsequent stage of the selection process.

These selected candidates are now required to participate in the SSB (Services Selection Board) interview, which is known for its rigorous nature. The written examination was held by the UPSC on September 13, 2026, and the results have been published.

Steps to Check Your Results

Follow these steps to check your result:

1. Go to the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.

2. Look for the 'Written Results' or 'Examination' section.

3. Click on the link for the 'CDS II 2026 Result PDF'.

4. Once the PDF opens, search for your name or roll number.

What Comes Next?

Prepare for the SSB Interview:

The most significant challenge awaits candidates as they must now face the SSB, a demanding five-day interview process that evaluates them thoroughly before the final results are announced. Candidates who indicated the Army as their first choice must register on the 'Join Indian Army' website (joinindianarmy.nic.in) to receive updates regarding their interview schedule. Additionally, marksheets for candidates will be accessible on the website roughly 15 days after the final results for the SSB interview and the OTA (Officers Training Academy) course are released.