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  • Updated April 03, 2026 09:52 AM
  • by J Divya
  • Applications closed on 02 April 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.

UPSC CDS I Admit Card 2026 - Quick Information

  • Release Date: 02 April 2026
  • Exam Date: 12 April 2026
  • Download Status: Active Now
  • Official Website: upsc.gov.in
  • Total Vacancies: 451 Posts
  • Advertisement No.: As per Notification

UPSC CDS I Admit Card 2026 Overview

Conducting BodyUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam NameCombined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026
Advertisement No.Notification released on 10 December 2025
Admit Card Release Date02 April 2026
Exam Date12 April 2026 (Sunday)
Total Vacancies451 Posts (IMA: 100, INA: 26, AFA: 32, OTA: 293 approx.)
Exam ModeOffline (Pen & Paper Based)
Official Websiteupsc.gov.in / upsconline.nic.in

How to Download UPSC CDS I Admit Card 2026?

  • Follow these simple steps to download your UPSC CDS I Admit Card 2026:
  • Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in or login portal upsconline.nic.in or click the direct download link provided above
  • Step 2: Navigate to the "e-Admit Cards" or "What's New" / Examinations section
  • Step 3: Click on "Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026" e-Admit Card link
  • Step 4: Enter your credentials: Registration ID / Roll Number / Mobile Number / Email Date of Birth or Password Captcha Code
  • Step 5: Click on "Submit" or "Download e-Admit Card" button
  • Step 6: Your UPSC CDS I Admit Card 2026 will appear on screen
  • Step 7: Download and save the PDF file on your device
  • Step 8: Take 2-3 printouts for exam day (keep backup copies)
  • Pro Tip: Check all details on your admit card immediately after download. Report any discrepancies to UPSC helpdesk immediately.

UPSC CDS I Exam 2026 - Important Dates

EventDateStatus
Notification Release Date10 December 2025Completed
Application Last Date30 December 2025Completed
Admit Card Release Date02 April 2026Live Now
Exam Date12 April 2026Upcoming
Result DeclarationTo be announcedAwaited

Important Instructions:

  • Documents to carry on exam day
  • Items allowed and not allowed in examination hall
  • Exam day guidelines

Mandatory Documents (Originals):

  • UPSC CDS I Admit Card 2026 (printed copy with clear photograph)
  • Valid Photo ID Proof (any one of the following - same as mentioned in application): Aadhaar Card Voter ID Card Driving License PAN Card Passport
  • Recent passport-size photographs (if specified)
  • Black ballpoint pen

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