The UPSC NDA and CDS 2 Exam 2026 will be conducted on September 13, 2026, at examination centres across India. Candidates appearing for the NDA & NA II and CDS II 2026 written exams can download their e-Admit Cards from the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.
UPSC NDA, CDS 2 Exam 2026 Schedule and Timings
Candidates must reach the exam centre before the gate closing time. Entry will not be allowed after the gates close 30 minutes before the examination.
| Exam | Paper | Exam Time | Gate Closing |
| NDA II | Mathematics | 10:00 AM–12:30 PM | 9:30 AM |
| NDA II | GAT | 2:00 PM–4:30 PM | 1:30 PM |
| CDS II | English | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 8:30 AM |
| CDS II | General Knowledge | 12:30 PM–2:30 PM | 12:00 PM |
| CDS II | Elementary Mathematics | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
The CDS Elementary Mathematics paper is applicable to IMA, INA and AFA candidates. OTA candidates do not appear in this paper.
UPSC NDA, CDS 2 Exam 2026 Delhi Metro Update
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will start metro services at 6:00 AM across operational lines on September 13. Candidates travelling through Delhi-NCR can use metro services and should plan their journey early due to traffic and security restrictions related to the BRICS Summit.
UPSC NDA, CDS 2 Exam 2026 Guidelines
Candidates should carry their e-Admit Card, original valid photo ID, and black ballpoint pen. They should check their exam centre and reporting requirements before leaving for the examination.
The UPSC NDA and CDS 2 exams will be conducted on September 13, 2026.
CDS 2 will be held in three shifts: 9 AM–11 AM, 12:30 PM–2:30 PM, and 4 PM–6 PM
Candidates should carry a printed e-admit card and a valid original photo ID and reach the centre well before the entry deadline.
