CDS 1 2026 Application Process Open; Closes December 30, 2025
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• Updated on 24 Dec, 2025, 12:55 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
The Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination 1 2026 application process is currently open. Candidates must complete the CDS 1 2026 registration by December 30, 2025 to be considered for 451 vacancies. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is only accepting online applications, and no offline forms will be entertained. The application involves registering for a Universal Registration Number (URN) by completing Account Creation, Universal Registration, and Common Application Form stages. Once the URN is generated, candidates can proceed to fill out the CDS 1 exam application form 2026.
CDS 1 2026 Application Fee Details
Candidates must pay the application fee online using Visa, MasterCard, RuPay credit/debit cards, UPI payment, or net banking. The application fee is non-refundable. Fee structure is as follows:
How to Apply for CDS 1 2026?
The UPSC CDS 1 2026 application form can be completed online. Candidates should follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Navigate to Account Creation for new candidates.
- Register using a valid email ID, mobile number, and other required details.
- Verify the email and mobile number and create a password.
- Log in using the registered email ID and password or registered mobile number and OTP.
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) process.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and select the exam centre.
- Review all details, confirm, and submit the application form.
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