UPSC CDS I Final Result 2026 Declared; 243 Recommendations for IMA, INA and AFA – Direct Link
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the CDS I Final Result 2026, recommending candidates for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Air Force Academy (AFA).
Candidates who appeared in the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026, and subsequently attended the Services Selection Board (SSB) interviews can now check the final merit lists through the official UPSC website.
According to the result details, 155 candidates have been recommended for the Indian Military Academy, 63 for the Indian Naval Academy and 25 for the Air Force Academy. The three academy lists contain a total of 243 recommendations.
UPSC CDS I Final Result 2026: Academy-Wise Selection Details
The academy-wise recommendations are as follows:
| Defence Academy | Candidates Recommended |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 155 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 63 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 25 |
| Total | 243 |
The merit lists have been prepared based on candidates’ combined performance in the written examination and SSB interview.
Candidates should note that the total represents recommendations across the three academy lists; candidates appearing in more than one list may be counted more than once.
Medical Examination and Document Verification
UPSC has clarified that medical examination results were not considered while preparing the final merit lists.
The recommendations are provisional and subject to verification of candidates’ date of birth and educational qualifications by the concerned authorities. Candidates must fulfil the prescribed requirements before their admission can be confirmed.
When Will UPSC CDS I 2026 Marks Be Released?
Candidates will not be able to access their individual marks immediately with this result. UPSC has stated that marks will be uploaded to its official website after the declaration of the final result for the Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) course under CDS Examination I, 2026.
UPSC CDS I Final Result 2026: How to Download
Candidates can follow these steps to check their qualifying status:
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in/
- Open the examination results or What’s New section.
- Find the link titled “Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2026 – Final Result”.
- Open the result PDF.
- Search for your roll number in the relevant academy merit list.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Direct Link to Check UPSC CDS I Final Result 2026
Candidates can use the following official link to access the final result PDF:
Official Result PDF: https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/FR-CDSE-I-2026-Engl-021126.pdf
Official Website: https://upsc.gov.in/
UPSC Helpdesk Details
For queries or clarification regarding the examination and result, candidates can contact the UPSC helpdesk:
- 011-24041001
- 011-40303444
Candidates are advised to check the official UPSC website regularly for further updates regarding document verification, marks and admission formalities.
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