The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the UPSC CDS 1 Result 2026 on May 8, 2026. This written examination result pertains to the Combined Defence Services (I) exam which was conducted across the nation on April 12, 2026. According to the official notification, a total of 8,826 candidates have successfully qualified for the next stage of the recruitment process, which is the SSB Interview.

Overview of CDS 1 2026 Result

Candidates who appeared for the exam can now access their qualifying status by downloading the merit list PDF from the official UPSC portal. The selection process for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA) involves a rigorous written test followed by intelligence and personality tests conducted by the Service Selection Board (SSB).

Next Steps for Qualified Candidates

Individuals whose roll numbers appear in the merit list must now prepare for the SSB Interview. It is mandatory for all qualified candidates to register themselves on the official Indian Army recruiting website (joinindianarmy.nic.in) to receive their SSB call-up letters. Candidates are also required to submit their original certificates supporting age and educational qualification to the respective service headquarters within the stipulated timeframe. Failure to do so may lead to disqualification from the final selection.