The Union Public Service Commission successfully conducted the CDS 2 2026 written examination on 13 September 2026 for thousands of defence aspirants across India. Candidates who appeared in the examination are now eagerly waiting for the CDS 2 2026 result, which will determine their qualification for the next stage of the selection process, the SSB Interview. Based on previous UPSC result trends, the CDS 2 2026 result is expected to be declared in the first week of October 2026 on the official UPSC website.
The CDS 2 2026 result will be released in PDF format containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Aspirants who clear the written examination will become eligible for the SSB interview round conducted for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). The declaration of the CDS 2 2026 result will mark the beginning of the next crucial stage for candidates aspiring to become officers in the Indian Armed Forces.
CDS 2 2026 Result Declared: Check Written Exam Merit List
The CDS 2 2026 result is expected to be released shortly by UPSC for candidates who appeared in the written examination conducted on 13 September 2026. Once released, candidates will be able to check the official merit list PDF on the UPSC website containing the roll numbers of all qualified aspirants.
Check Your Result
| Exam | Download |
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| CDS 2 2026 Result | Click Here to Download Result PDF |
Important Timeline for CDS 2 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CDS 2 2026 Written Exam | 13 September 2026 |
| CDS 2 2026 Expected Result Date | First Week of October 2026 |
| SSB Interview Schedule | December 2026 – January 2027 |
| Final Merit List | After SSB & Medicals |
CDS 2 2026 SSB Date
Candidates who qualify in the CDS 2 2026 written examination will move forward to the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview stage. The CDS 2 2026 SSB interviews are expected to be conducted from December 2026 for IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA entries. Qualified candidates will need to complete their registration process on the respective defence recruitment portals after the declaration of the CDS 2 2026 result.
The SSB interview is one of the most important phases of the CDS selection process because it evaluates the officer-like qualities, communication skills, personality, leadership ability, and decision-making capabilities of candidates. Aspirants should begin their SSB preparation immediately after the written examination to improve their performance during the interview process.
SSB Board for CDS 2026
The SSB interviews for CDS 2 2026 will be conducted at various selection centers across India.
Indian Army SSB Selection Centres
The Army uses four major selection hubs. Your list missed Selection Centre North completely:
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Selection Centre East (SCE), Prayagraj (Allahabad), UP
- Selection Centre Central (SCC), Bhopal, MP
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Selection Centre South (SCS), Bengaluru, Karnataka
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Missing from your list: Selection Centre North (SCN), Jalandhar/Kapurthala, Punjab (Houses 31 SSB & 32 SSB and heavily tests northern region candidates)
Indian Navy Selection Boards (NSB)
The Navy has four distinct evaluation lines, some hosted inside Army selection centers:
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Naval Selection Board (NSB), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (INS Agrani)
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Naval Selection Board (NSB), Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
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Missing from your list: NSB Bengaluru (Located inside Selection Centre South)
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Missing from your list: NSB Bhopal (33 SSB) (Located inside Selection Centre Central)
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Missing from your list: SSB Kolkata, West Bengal
Indian Air Force Selection Boards (AFSB)
The Air Force utilizes five boards across India. You missed the critical northeastern base:
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1 AFSB, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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2 AFSB, Mysuru, Karnataka
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3 AFSB, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
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4 AFSB, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
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Missing from your list: 5 AFSB, Guwahati, Assam
Time Table of SSB Interview
Day 1: Reporting & Screening
- Reporting at MCO
- Document Verification
- OIR Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal)
- Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT)
- Screening Results
Day 2: Psychology Tests
- Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
- Word Association Test (WAT)
- Situation Reaction Test (SRT)
- Self-Description Test (SDT)
Day 3 & 4: GTO Tasks
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Group Planning Exercise (GPE)
- Progressive Group Task (PGT)
- Individual Obstacles
- Command Task
- Lecturette
- Final Group Task (FGT)
Day 5: Conference
- Final Conference with Assessors
- Result Declaration (Recommended/Not Recommended)
Candidates recommended in the SSB interview will proceed for medical examinations, after which the final merit list will be prepared.
Doon Defence Dreamers SSB Batches for NDA 2 2026
Doon Defence Dreamers has once again demonstrated outstanding performance in defence examination preparation through its excellent NDA/CDS results and consistent student selections. The institute achieved remarkable success with 58 Final Selections in NDA 2 2025, reflecting its result-oriented preparation system and experienced mentorship approach.
The institute has also produced:
- 35 Final Selections in NDA/CDS 1 2025
- 710+ Written Selections in NDA/CDS 2 2025
- 93 Total Final Selections in NDA/CDS 2025
- 21 Students Secured Ranks in Top 100
These achievements highlight the institute’s dedication towards disciplined preparation, quality teaching, and student success in competitive defence examinations.
Doon Defence Dreamers SSB Batches
Doon Defence Dreamers is offering a FREE SSB Interview Preparation Programme for candidates who have qualified the written examinations of NDA, CDS and AFCAT-2 2026. The programme is designed to help aspirants prepare for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview through structured training, expert mentorship and practical exposure to the various stages of the selection process.
EXCITING CASH PRIZES FOR CANDIDATES
Outstanding candidates can also benefit from the institute’s announced cash prize opportunities:
- ₹31,000 Cash Prize – For recommended candidates.
- ₹2,51,000 Cash Prize – For the Rank-1 candidate.
Comprehensive SSB Preparation
The training programme covers all major aspects of the SSB interview, including:
- Psychological Testing and assessment
- Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks
- Personal Interview preparation
- Lecturette and Group Discussion practice
- Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs) development
- Physical Training and confidence building
- Study Material, Weekly Tests and Regular Assessments
- Motivational Sessions and guidance from experienced defence mentors
New Batch Every Monday – Admissions Open
To ensure continuous learning opportunities, a new FREE SSB batch commences every Monday, giving eligible written qualifiers regular opportunities to begin their preparation.
Upcoming Batch Dates: 28 September 2026 and 5 October 2026
Candidates can choose from the available online and offline registration options and take the next step towards their SSB interview preparation with Doon Defence Dreamers.
SSB Mentors of Doon Defence Dreamers
- Wing CDR Deepak Kumar Tyagi (Retd.)
- Lt Col Rohit Mehra (Retd.)
- Group Captain Ambuj Ahluwalia
- Capt (IN) Madhukar Tyagi (Retd.)
- Group Captain B.Mehta (Retd.)
Online/Offline Registration | Doon Defence Dreamers
Doon Defence Dreamers is currently accepting online and offline registrations for NDA and SSB preparation batches. The institute offers complete study material, mock tests, interview guidance, and mentorship programs designed specifically for defence aspirants preparing for NDA selection.
