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CDS Admit Card 2026 is finally out! The CDS 1 admit card 2026 was released on 2nd April 2026 at upsconline.nic.in. 


Enter the registered mobile number/URN/Email ID and password to access it. Get the CDS 1 2026 Admit Card download link on this page.

CDS Admit Card 2026 Out: The Union Public Service Commission has released the CDS 1 Admit Card 2026 online. It was announced on April 2, 2026, at upsconline.nic.in.


Candidates can download the hall ticket using the registered mobile number/URN/Email ID and password. The CDS 1 2026 exam will be conducted on 12th April 2026 to fill 451 vacancies.


It is mandatory to bring your CDS admit card and photo ID proof to appear in the exam. Get the direct link to download the admit card for the CDS 2026 exam on this page.


CDS Admit Card 2026 Out 

As the UPSC CDS 1 2026 Admit Card is out now, candidates should download it immediately. It comprises important details about candidates and the exam. The CDS question paper covers three subjects, i.e. English, GK, and Mathematics.


The CDS 1 2026 exam will be organised on April 12, 2026, in three shifts. Candidates should visit the allotted exam venue with their admit card and other documents. 


Below is the key overview of the CDS Admit Card 2026 for reference purposes.


Particulars

Details

Exam Conducting Body

Union Public Service Commission

Exam Name

Combined Defence Services Examination (I) 2026

Vacancy

451

Selection Process

Written Exam and Interview for an intelligence and personality test

Exam Date

12th April 2026

CDS 1 Admit Card 2026

2nd April 2026 (Out)

Shift Timing

3.

Shift 1: 9:00 AM TO 11:00 AM

Shift 2: 12:30 PM to 02:30 PM

Shift 3: 04:00 PM TO 06:00 PM

Details required to access admit card

Mobile Number/URN/Email and password

Exam Mode

Offline

CDS 1 Answer Key 2026 

To be announced soon

Official Website

upsc.gov.in


Steps to Download CDS 1 Admit Card 2026

Candidates must follow the right steps to download the CDS admit card easily. Below are the step-by-step guide to download the hall ticket:

  • Go to the official website at https://upsconline.nic.in.

  • Hit the “log in” button. Log in with any one of the given options:

    1. Mobile & OTP

    2. URN & Password

    3. Email & Password.

  • Enter all the asked details and the Captcha code. 

  • Click the “log in” button.

  • The candidate dashboard will appear.

  • Select the  “Download CDS 1 2026 Admit Card 2026” link.

  • The admit card will appear

  • Save the PDF and print the copies for future reference.


CDS 1 2026 Admit Card Download Link

The CDS 1 admit card download link is active now. Candidates whose applications are accepted will be able to download their hall ticket. 


Use valid login credentials to download the CDS 2026 admit card. MKC have provided the direct link to access the hall ticket below:

  • Admit Card Status: Active Now

  • CDS Admit Card 2026 Download Link: https://upsconline.nic.in/


Details Mentioned in CDS Admit Card 2026

Candidates need to ensure that all the details, like Name, Photograph and the QR Code on their e-Admit Card are correct. In case of any discrepancy(s), they may reach out to the UPSC in this regard. 


The CDS 1 admit card comprises the following details:

Exam Date

Roll Number

Photograph

Candidate’s Name

Exam Date

Exam Day Guidelines

Father’s Name

Exam Centre

Signature

Mother’s Name

Shift Timing

Category


CDS Exam Day Instructions 2026

Candidates should read the CDS exam day instructions before appearing in the exam. It helps them know all the do’s and don’ts of the test day. Check the exam guidelines below:

  • Reach the test centre at least 45 minutes before the exam time.

  • No late entry will be allowed inside the exam venue.

  • Bring your CDS admit card and photo ID proof.

  • Do not carry items like mobile phones, Smart/Digital watches, other IT gadgets, books, etc.

  • Bring Black Ball Point Pen to fill the OMR Answer Sheets and Attendance List.


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