The 2nd Reserve Division (Chinese: 预备第2师) was formed in August 1955 in Chengdu Military Region. On February 15, 1956, the division moved to Chongqing, Sichuan. As of its activation the division was composed of:
4th Reserve Regiment;
5th Reserve Regiment;
6th Reserve Regiment;
Artillery Regiment;
Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment;
Sergeant Training Regiment.
The division was fully manned and equipped. During its short-lived existence the division was focused on the training of officers and sergeants. In March 1958, the division was disbanded.