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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the examination schedule for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II 2026 examination. Candidates preparing to appear for the exam can check the official timetable on the UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.

As per the announced schedule, the UPSC CDS 2 examination 2026 will be conducted on September 13, 2026. The examination will take place in three shifts on the same day.

UPSC CDS 2 Exam 2026: Shift Timings

Candidates should report according to the timings mentioned on their admit cards. The scheduled examination shifts are as follows:

Candidates should reach their examination centre well in advance and follow all instructions issued by the Commission.

How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Exam Schedule 2026?

Candidates can view the CDS II examination timetable online by following these steps:

• First visit the UPSC official website.

• Find the link related to the UPSC CDS II Examination 2026 schedule on the homepage.

• Open the examination timetable.

• Check the examination date and shift timings carefully.

• Download the schedule and save a copy for future reference.

Candidates should rely on the official UPSC website for the latest information and any changes to the examination schedule.

UPSC CDS 2 Admit Card 2026

UPSC will issue the e-Admit Card to eligible candidates on the last working day of the week preceding the examination. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards through the official UPSC website.

The Commission will not send the admit card through post or email. Therefore, candidates must download it online and keep a printed copy for the examination.

Direct Link To UPSC CDS 2 exam 2026

UPSC CDS 2 Exam 2026: Important Instructions

Candidates should carefully follow the instructions applicable to the written examination. Only a black ballpoint pen should be used to write on and mark responses on the OMR answer sheet. The use of pencils or ink pens is not permitted.

Candidates must also enter their roll number and Test Booklet Series Code correctly on the OMR sheet. Any error, incomplete entry or incorrect encoding of these details may result in rejection of the answer sheet.

The CDS II examination will include negative marking for incorrect responses in the objective-type papers. Candidates should therefore answer questions carefully and avoid making unnecessary guesses.

Aspirants are advised to regularly check the official UPSC website for the release of the e-Admit Card and other important announcements concerning the CDS 2 Examination 2026.

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