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Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (Including SSC Women Non-Technical Course)
Official Exam Code: 11/2026-CDS-II
Exam Date
To Be Announced
Exam Mode
Offline OMR Sheet Based
Eligibility Criteria
Refer Notification
Selection Stages
Single Stage
1. Examination Overview
| Conducting Body / Commission | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Official Examination Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (Including SSC Women Non-Technical Course) |
| Examination Reference Code | 11/2026-CDS-II |
| Examination Delivery Mode | Offline OMR Sheet Based |
| Examination Frequency | annual |
| Jurisdiction | Delhi State |
2. Important Examination Dates
| Examination Notification & Schedule | 16 Aug 2026 |
|---|
3. Latest Examination Updates & Notices
Official Commission Updates
| Date | Update / Announcement | Source Document |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug 2026 | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Implements Mandatory Aadhaar-Based Biometric Verification at Entry Gates Exam Advisory | View Document |
| 20 Aug 2026 | Maharashtra Government Launches 'Ladki Bahin Yojana' & 'Mukhyamantri Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana' Exam Advisory | View Document |
| 20 Aug 2026 | UPSC & Central Recruiting Bodies Implement Mandatory DigiLocker Integration & Biometric Check at Exam Venues Exam Advisory | View Document |
| 20 Aug 2026 | DoPT Issues Comprehensive Guidelines on Reservation in Promotions for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Exam Advisory | View Document |
4. Examination Stages & Marking Pattern
Written Examination / Computer-based Screening followed by Document Verification & Personality Test (Interview).
Marking Scheme: Negative marking applicable for incorrect responses (1/3rd or 0.25 marks deduction) as per official scheme.
7. Application Fee & Payment Details
• PAYMENT_MODE: ₹Online via SBI Net Banking / Visa / MasterCard / RuPay / UPI
• GENERAL_OBC_EWS: ₹25
• SC_ST_PWD_WOMEN: Nil (Exempted)
Accepted Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or State Bank of India Challan as authorized by the commission.
8. Important Official Examination Links
| Exam Syllabus & Subject Topics | View Complete Syllabus |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Commission Portal | Union Public Service Commission Portal |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket | Check Admit Card Status |
| Answer Key & Objections | Check Official Answer Key |
| Examination Results & Cutoff | Check Exam Results |
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10. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which authority conducts Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (Including SSC Women Non-Technical Course)?
Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (Including SSC Women Non-Technical Course) is officially conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Q2. What is the exam pattern and scheme for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 (Including SSC Women Non-Technical Course)?
Written Examination / Computer-based Screening followed by Document Verification & Personality Test (Interview).