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UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026
Short informationResult Available: 08/05/2026 | Final Result Available: 02/11/2026
This page covers the answer key for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026. Union Public Service Commission issues this notice. The listing includes 7 important dates. Use the official links below to confirm the details before you apply, pay a fee or download a document.
Union Public Service Commission
UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026
Answer keyImportant dates
- Application Begin · 10/12/2025
- Last Date for Apply Online · 30/12/2025
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee · 30/12/2025
- Exam Date · 12/04/2026
- Admit Card Available · 02/04/2026
- Result Available · 08/05/2026
- Final Result Available · 02/11/2026
Notice details
- Category
- Answer Keys
- Update
- Answer key
Application fees
- General / OBC / EWS : 100/-
- SC / ST : 0/-
- Female : 0/-
Age limits
- IMA & INA : 19-24 Years
- Air Force : 20-24 Years
- OTA : 19-25 Years
Vacancies
- Total advertised posts · 394
Posts and eligibility
| Post Name | Total Post | UPSC CDS I Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IMA (Indian Military Academy) | 100 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. |
| INA (Indian Naval Academy) | 26 | Engineering Degree from Any Recognized University in India. |
| AFA (Air Force Academy) | 32 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics & Math at 10+2 Intermediate Level OR Engineering Degree |
| OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) | 293 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. |
Important links
Download Final ResultOpen official link ↗
Download ResultOpen official link ↗
Download Admit CardOpen official link ↗
Download Exam ScheduleOpen official link ↗
Apply OnlineOpen official link ↗
Download NotificationOpen official link ↗
Official WebsiteOpen official link ↗
Answer keyView official notice page ↗
Issuing authorityUnion Public Service Commission website ↗
How to use the answer key
- Download the provisional answer key and your response sheet from the official link.
- Compare your marked answers with the key to estimate your score.
- Raise an objection within the window given in the notice, with supporting evidence and any fee.
- Check for the final answer key, which is released after objections are reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When does registration open for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Registration opens: 10/12/2025.
Q2. What is the application deadline for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Application deadline: 30/12/2025.
Q3. What is the fee payment deadline for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Fee payment deadline: 30/12/2025.
Q4. When is the exam for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Exam date: 12/04/2026.
Q5. When is the admit card available for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Admit card availability: 02/04/2026.
Q6. When is the result available for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Result availability: 08/05/2026.
Q7. What timing does the UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026 notice give for Final Result Available?
- Final Result Available: 02/11/2026.
Q8. How can I apply online for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Use the official link: Apply Online.
Q9. Where can I read the notification for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Use the official link: Download Notification.
Q10. How can I access the final result for UPSC CDS I Answer Key 2026?
- Use the official link: Download Final Result.