Highly motivated, unmarried graduates or final-year degree candidates (aged 19-25) possessing excellent physical fitness, mental resilience, and leadership aptitude, who aspire to serve as Commissioned Officers in the Indian Armed Forces (Army, Navy, or Air Force).

Important Considerations

Candidates below 19 or above 25 years of age, married individuals (below 25 years), those who do not satisfy strict medical or visual standards, or anyone who has permanent body tattoos on prohibited areas.

Career Impact

Extremely high. Being recruited through UPSC as a Commissioned Officer offers outstanding prestige, a robust career path starting from Group A Gazetted officer rank (Lieutenant or equivalent), exceptional leadership opportunities, and high lifetime social and financial security.

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About Union Public Service Commission

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier central recruiting agency responsible for appointments to and examinations for all-India services and group A & group B of central services. It plays a vital role in maintaining the meritocratic administrative machinery of the Government of India.

Job Posts

Indian Military Academy, DehradunIndian Naval Academy, EzhimalaAir Force Academy, HyderabadOfficers' Training Academy, Chennai (Men)Officers' Training Academy, Chennai (Women)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
For Indian Naval Academy: Degree in Engineering or B.Sc. with Physics as core/elective subject (with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level).
For Air Force Academy: Degree of a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering.

Age Limit Details

IMA: Born between 2nd July, 2003 and 1st July, 2008 (unmarried male candidates).
Indian Naval Academy: Born between 2nd July, 2003 and 1st July, 2008 (unmarried male candidates).
Air Force Academy: 20 to 24 years as on 1st July, 2027 (relaxable up to 26 years for Commercial Pilot License holders).
OTA (SSC Men & Women Course): Born between 2nd July, 2002 and 1st July, 2008 (unmarried candidates).

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Salary & Pay Scale

Rank	Pay Level	Pay Scale (Rs.)
Lieutenant	Level 10	56,100 - 1,77,500
Captain	Level 10 B	61,300 - 1,93,900
Major	Level 11	69,400 - 2,07,200
Lieutenant Colonel	Level 12A	1,21,200 - 2,12,400
Colonel	Level 13	1,30,600 - 2,15,900
Brigadier	Level 13A	1,39,600 - 2,17,600
Major General	Level 14	1,44,200 - 2,18,200
Lieutenant General HAG Scale	Level 15	1,82,200 - 2,24,100
VCOAS/Army Cdr/ Lieutenant General	Level 17	2,25,000 (Fixed)
COAS (General)	Level 18	2,50,000 (Fixed)

Military Service Pay (MSP): Rs. 15,500/- p.m. fixed from Lieutenant to Brigadier ranks.

Stipend during cadet training: Rs. 56,100/- p.m. (Starting pay in Level 10).

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Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)

Indian Military Academy, Dehradun (163rd Course)100
Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala (Executive/GS/Hydro)26
Air Force Academy, Hyderabad (Pre-Flying Training Course)32
Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (126th SSC Men Course)275
Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (126th SSC Women Course)18

Total Vacancies451 Vacancies

How to Apply

Register on the official OTR (One-Time Registration) platform at upsconline.nic.in.
Fill out the CDS-II 2026 Examination Specific Module carefully.
Upload standard scanned documents including photograph, signatures, and capture a clear live photo through the portal.
Complete the application fee payment of Rs. 200 (if applicable).
Review details and submit before the closing deadline on 9th June, 2026, 6:00 PM.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 200/- (excepting female, SC, and ST candidates who are completely exempted from payment).

Fees can be paid online via Net Banking, Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.

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