The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the answer keys for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) 1 2026 examination, which took place on April 12, 2026. Candidates can access the answer keys for all three subjects—English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics—on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in. The answer keys are available for all paper sets (A, B, C, D), enabling candidates to accurately assess their performance by comparing their answers with the official keys. The CDS exam aims to fill 451 vacancies in prestigious defense training institutes, including the Indian Military Academy (IMA) and the Indian Naval Academy (INA). Each paper consisted of multiple-choice questions and was conducted in three sessions throughout the day. Candidates are encouraged to download the answer keys and keep checking the UPSC website for updates, as the results are expected to be announced soon.