UPSC CDS
Photo JPG 20-200 KB (face 75%, white background) plus live photo; triple signature JPG 20-100 KB, 350-500 px; no typing test.
Current cycle: 2026 notice Checked in the official notice
Source: Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 - Examination Notice No. 11/2026-CDS-II, dated 20.05.2026 · last checked 13 Nov 2026
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| Photo | pixel size not confirmed · 20–200 KB · JPG / JPEG — resize your photo |
|---|---|
| Signature | pixel size not confirmed · 20–100 KB · JPG / JPEG — resize your signature |
| Caste / OBC / EWS certificate (if claimed) | PDF, 50 KB to 300 KB, file name caste_certificate (CAF portal) |
| Disability certificate (if claimed) | PDF, 50 KB to 300 KB, file name disability_certificate (CAF portal) |
| PwD certificate for physical limitation to write (if claimed) | PDF, 50 KB to 300 KB, file name pw_recommendation (CAF portal) |
Source: Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 - Examination Notice No. 11/2026-CDS-II, dated 20.05.2026 (2026). Last checked 13 Nov 2026. Rules change between years; confirm with the notification for your cycle.
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Questions
What is the photo size for UPSC CDS?
pixel size not confirmed · 20–200 KB · JPG / JPEG — resize your photo
What is the signature size for UPSC CDS?
pixel size not confirmed · 20–100 KB · JPG / JPEG — resize your signature
What is the age limit for UPSC CDS?
between 19 and 25 years, depending on the post, on 01-07-2027. Check your own eligibility
Can final-year students apply for UPSC CDS?
Yes, the notice allows candidates awaiting their final result, provided they pass by the date it sets.
Where do these numbers come from?
From the official notice: Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 - Examination Notice No. 11/2026-CDS-II, dated 20.05.2026 (2026). Always confirm with the notice for your cycle before submitting.