UPSC NDA Exam 2026
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA & NA (I) Examination 2026 notification for recruitment to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings. A total of 394 vacancies are available. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 (10+2) are eligible to apply (Physics & Mathematics required for Navy/Air Force posts). Eligible unmarried male and female candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website within the prescribed dates. Key details such as age limit, eligibility, important dates, selection process and apply online link are available in the official notification.
Overview
| Organization/Department | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass OR Appearing |
| Age Limit | 16.5 to 19.5 Years |
| Apply Date | 10-Dec-2025 |
| Last Date | 30-Dec-2025 |
| Apply Fees | SC/ST/Female:- Rs.00/- OBC/UR:- Rs.100/- |
| Salary (Monthly) | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500/- per month (Level 10) |
| Job Location | All Over India (Defence Fields) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
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Age Limit
Qualification
12th Pass OR 12th Class Appearnig.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 10-Dec-2025 |
|---|---|
| Apply Start | 10-Dec-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30-Dec-2025 (Upto 06:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | 12-Apr-2026 |
| Written Result Declaration | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| SSB Interview Period | June 2026 to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| NDA 157th Course Commencement | 01-Jan-2027 |
| Naval Academy 119th INAC Commencement | 01-Jan-2027 |
| Certificate Submission Deadline | 10-Dec-2026 |
Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Academy / Service | Male | Female | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NDA – Army (157th Course) | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| 2 | NDA – Navy (Executive Branch) | 37 | 05 | 42 |
| 3 | NDA – Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 02 | 92 |
| 4 | NDA – Air Force (Ground Duties – Technical) | 16 | 02 | 18 |
| 5 | NDA – Air Force (Ground Duties – Non-Technical) | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| 6 | Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry – 119th INAC) | 21 | 03 | 24 |
| Total | 370 | 24 | 394 | |
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview
- Medical Examination &
- Document Verification
| Paper | Description | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: Mathematics | Duration: 2.5 hours (For IMA/INA/AFA only, not for Naval Academy 10+2 Entry) | 300 |
| Paper-II: General Ability Test | Part A: English - 200 marks Part B: General Knowledge - 400 marks (Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography, Current Events) Duration: 2.5 hours | 600 |
Apply Process
- Go to Registration Website
- Create Account and generate Universal Registration Number (URN)
- Fill Common Application Form (CAF)
- Upload Photo & Signature and Capture Live Photo
- Fill Examination Specific Module with preferences for Services (Army/Navy/Air Force in order of preference 1 to 4)
- Pay Application fee Online (if applicable)
- Final Submission of Application Form
- Take Print Out for Further Refrence
Important Links
| Apply Link | Apply Portal |
|---|---|
| Registration Link | Registration Page |
| Login Link | Login Portal |
| Official Notification | PDF Link |
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Note: Always verify details in the official notification before applying.
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