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UPSC CDS 1 Result 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the CDS 1 Result 2026 anytime soon. The candidates who have appeared for the examination can check their results from the official websiteupsc.gov.in once it is released. The CDS examination was held on April 12, 2026, at various centers. Candidates can check their results using their roll number or name from the website.
Earlier, the UPSC CDS 1 answer key was released on April 16, 2026, and candidates were allowed to raise objections by April 22, 2026. The Commission will then release the written result after examination of the objections raised by the candidates.
The CDS examination is one of the most popular defense examinations among young aspirants. Candidates get a chance to join the defense academies such as the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Officer Training Academy (OTA), and Air Force Academy (AFA). This year a total of 451 vacancies have been announced across different academies.
CDS 1 2026 Result Date
Based on the previous year's trends, the CDS 1 result is usually declared within 15-20 days after the conduct of the examination, so candidates can expect their result anytime soon, but nothing has been confirmed to date. Candidates are expected to keep an eye over here for more recent updates related to the result announcement.
CDS 1 2026 Result: Overview
As per the latest updates, UPSC CDS 1 results are expected anytime. Candidates can check their results on the official website, upsc.gov.in. Refer to the table below for overall detailed information.
| Particulars | Details |
| Examination Name | Combined Defence Services 1 2026 |
| Recruiting Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
| Exam Date | April 12, 2026 |
| Result Expected Date | Anytime Soon |
| Total Vacancies | 451 |
| Selection Process | Written Result, SSB Interview |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
How to Check UPSC CDS 1 2026 Results?
The CDS 1 2026 result can be viewed online at the official website. The candidates need to follow the steps below to access and download the CDS 1 2026 exam result PDF.
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Go to the official website of the commission—upsc.gov.in
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On the homepage you will find a tab that says 'CDS 1 Result 2026,' and click on it.
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A new window will open; enter your roll number and click on the submit button.
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The CDS result PDF will appear on your screen.
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Check the results and download it.
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Take the printout for future reference.
For more details, please visit the official website regularly.
