UPSC CDS 2 Admit Card 2026: The Union Public Service Commission is expected to release the CDS 2 Admit Card in the first week of September 2026*, which can be 03 September 2026 (Tentative) on its official website. The admit card is an essential document that candidates must bring on the day of their examination. The admit card serves as vital identity proof at the examination centre. It includes information like the name of the candidate, exam centre, time, roll number and many other important information. Without admit cards, candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
The UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam is a national-level test scheduled for 13 September 2026. The CDS II application process will start from 20 May 2026. Candidates can expect the release of the admit card soon on the official UPSC website, tentatively on 03 September 2026. To enter the examination hall, students must bring two printed copies of their admit card along with a valid identity proof. The CDS admit card will include key details such as the candidate's name, date of birth, roll number, exam centre address, parents' names and other essential information.
Event | Date |
| CDS II Notification Release | 20 May 2026 |
| CDS II Application End Date | 11 June 2026 |
| CDS II Admit Card | 03 September 2026* |
| CDS II Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
The UPSC CDS 2 Admit Card 2026 will be released on 03 September 2026* by the Union Public Service Commission on the official website - upsc.gov.in
How to Download the UPSC CDS 2 Admit Card 2026?
Students need to carry out 2 printouts of the admit card on their examination day. Below are the steps students need to follow for downloading their admit card:
Step 1: Visit the official website
Step 2: Click on E-Admit Card CDS Exam 2026 on the ‘Home Tab’
Step 3: Now, click on the link
Step 4: Enter the details like registration number, DOB and more.
Step 5: The UPSC CDS Admit Card will appear on the screen
Step 6: Download it for future reference.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
Below are some documents you need to carry on your exam day:
2 Printed copy of the Admit Card
Valid ID proof
2 Passport-size photographs
Frequently Asked Questions
The admit card will be available in the first week of September 2026, about a week before the exam.
You can download it from the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in) using your registration number and date of birth.
Immediately report any discrepancies to UPSC via the contact details provided on the official website.
No, the admit card must be downloaded online & no hard copy is sent by post.
Carry your printed admit card and a valid photo ID because entry is not allowed without them.