Overview
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published the answer key for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026. Candidates can download it and raise objections, if any, via the official links below.
Key Details
- Organization
- Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Important Dates
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 16 September 2026 |
| CDS 2 2026 Written Exam | 13 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | Available now on upsc.gov.in |
| Objection/Representation Window (QPRep) | 16 September 2026 - 20 September 2026 (up to 6 PM), as per UPSC's standard timeline |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
How to Download
• Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in. • Go to the "What's New" section on the homepage, or the "Examinations" tab. • Click the link titled "Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 - Provisional Answer Key." • Select the relevant paper - English, General Knowledge, or Elementary Mathematics. • The provisional answer key PDF will open. Match it to your question booklet series (A/B/C/D). • Download and save the PDF, or take a printout for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CDS 2 Answer Key 2026 - Download UPSC Provisional Response Sheet & Raise Objections?
Exam Date: 13 September 2026; Answer Key Release Date: 16 September 2026; CDS 2 2026 Written Exam: 13 September 2026; Provisional Answer Key Released: Available now on upsc.gov.in; Objection/Representation Window (QPRep): 16 September 2026 - 20 September 2026 (up to 6 PM), as per UPSC's standard timeline