CDS Exam (II) 2026 — Complete Syllabus 2026
Union Public Service Commission
Conducting Body
UPSC
Exam Date
14 September 2026
Minimum Qualification
Graduation (IMA/OTA); BE/B.Tech (INA); 12th PCM (AFA)
Subject-wise Syllabus
General Studies Paper I
- Indian History & Culture
- Indian & World Geography
- Indian Society
- Post-Independence Consolidation
- World History (1750–present)
General Studies Paper II (CSAT)
- Reading Comprehension
- Logical Reasoning
- Analytical Ability
- Decision Making
- Basic Numeracy
- Data Interpretation
General Studies Paper III
- Indian Economy
- Science & Technology
- Biodiversity
- Environment
- Internal Security
- Disaster Management
General Studies Paper IV
- Ethics & Human Interface
- Attitude
- Aptitude & Foundational Values
- Emotional Intelligence
- Case Studies on Public Administration
Preparation Tips
- ✅ Official notification mein exam pattern zaroor check karein — weightage har saal change ho sakti hai.
- ✅ Previous year question papers se practice karein — pattern samajhne ka sabse fast tarika hai.
- ✅ Weak subjects ke liye dedicated time blocks set karein.
- ✅ Current affairs ke liye last 6 months cover karein.
- ✅ Mock tests se time management aur accuracy improve karein.
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