UPSC CDS Admit Card 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC CDS-I Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the Combined Defence Services Examination (I). Candidates can now download their e-admit card from the official website.
As per official notification, the CDS-I 2026 Exam will be conducted on 12 April 2026 (Sunday) across India.
📊 Overview of UPSC CDS-I 2026
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
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| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (I) 2026 |
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| Admit Card Status | Released |
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| Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
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| Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
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| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
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📅 CDS-I 2026 Exam Schedule
| Paper | Time |
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| English | 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| General Knowledge | 12:30 PM – 02:30 PM |
| Elementary Mathematics | 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM |
📝 The exam will be conducted in three sessions on the same day.
📥 How to Download UPSC CDS-I Admit Card 2026
- Visit official website upsconline.nic.in
- Click on “CDS-I Admit Card 2026”
- Login using Registration ID or Roll Number
- Download and print e-admit card
📄 Important Instructions
- Carry printed e-admit card to exam centre
- Bring valid photo ID proof
- Entry closes 30 minutes before exam
- No paper admit card will be issued
- Black ball point pen required for OMR
Candidates must ensure all details on admit card are correct and follow all exam guidelines strictly.
📄 Details Mentioned on Admit Card
- Candidate Name & Roll Number
- Exam Centre & Timing
- Photograph & Signature
- Important Instructions
📊 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Marks |
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| English | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 100 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 100 |
📑 Each paper carries 100 marks and is objective type (MCQs).
📊 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
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| Written Exam | CDS-I 2026 |
| SSB Interview | Personality Test |
| Medical Examination | Final Selection Stage |
⚠️ Important Guidelines
- No entry without admit card
- Mobile phones & electronic devices strictly prohibited
- Carry passport size photos if required
- Reach centre early for verification
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