UPSC CDS 1 Question Paper 2026: English, GK & Mathematics - Download Set-wise PDFs

Eligibility Details

For Officers Training Academy (OTA)

• Candidates must have completed an undergraduate degree from a recognised university. English and General Knowledge papers are mandatory in OTA.

For Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Air Force Academy (AFA)

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. All three papers (English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics) are required.

Note: The CDS examination is conducted offline. Refer to the official UPSC notification for the most accurate and updated eligibility criteria.

Updated on 13-04-2026. Original exam date was 12 April 2026.

Additional Information

• The CDS 1 2026 Question Paper comprises three objective-type papers conducted in offline mode: English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics. OTA candidates need to attempt only English and General Knowledge. IMA, INA, and AFA candidates must attempt all three papers.
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