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UPSC NDA II 2026 Recruitment: Apply Online for 394 Posts

Total Post

394

Last Date

09-06-2026

Qualification

10+2 Intermed..

Location

All India

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Important Dates

  • Application Begin20-05-2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online09-06-2026
  • Written Exam Date13-09-2026
  • Admit Card ReleaseAugust 2026

Fees

  • General / OBC / EWS100/-
  • SC / ST / Female0/-

Exam Pattern

Duration

5 Hours (2.5 Hours for Math, 2.5 Hours for GAT)

Neg. Marking

0.33 (1/3rd of assigned marks)

Exam Mode

Offline (OMR Based)

Total Marks

900 (Written) + 900 (SSB Interview)

Vacancy Details

6 Posts

NDA Army

Passed / Appearing 10+2 Exam in Any Recognized Board

Total 208

NDA Navy

Passed / Appearing 10+2 Exam with Physics & Math

Total 42

NDA Airforce (Flying)

Passed / Appearing 10+2 Exam with Physics & Math

Total 92

NDA Airforce (Ground Duties Tech)

Passed / Appearing 10+2 Exam with Physics & Math

Total 18

NDA Airforce (Ground Duties Non-Tech)

Passed / Appearing 10+2 Exam with Physics & Math

Total 10

Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry)

Passed / Appearing 10+2 Exam with Physics & Math

Total 24

Exam Syllabus

Mathematics

Algebra, Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry (2D/3D), Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus, Vector Algebra, Statistics, and Probability.

General Ability Test (Part A: English)

Grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension, and cohesion to test proficiency in English.

General Ability Test (Part B: General Knowledge)

Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies (History, Freedom Movement, etc.), Geography, and Current Events.

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Required Documents

  • Aadhar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card
  • 10th Class Marksheet (for Date of Birth)
  • 12th Class Marksheet / Passing Certificate
  • Live Photo (Webcam/Phone)
  • Scanned Signature
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)

Exam Centers

Agartala Ahmedabad Prayagraj (Allahabad) Bengaluru Bhopal Chandigarh Chennai Delhi Dharwad Dispur Hyderabad Imphal Itanagar Jaipur Jammu Kochi Kohima Kolkata Lucknow Mumbai Nagpur Panaji Patna Port Blair Raipur Ranchi Sambalpur Shillong Shimla Srinagar Thiruvananthapuram Tirupati Udaipur Vishakhapatnam

UPSC National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Exam (II) 2026 Notification

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially invited applications for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II) 2026. This is a premier opportunity for young aspirants to join the Indian Armed Forces as commissioned officers. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 394 vacancies across the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, as well as the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme of the Naval Academy.

Eligibility and Application Details

Candidates who have passed or are appearing in the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination are eligible to apply. For the Air Force and Naval wings, Physics and Mathematics are mandatory subjects at the 10+2 level. The application process is entirely online via the UPSC OTR (One Time Registration) platform. Interested candidates must ensure they meet the specific age criteria, being born between January 1, 2008, and January 1, 2011.

Selection Process and Important Dates

The selection involves a rigorous two-stage process: a Written Examination conducted by UPSC, followed by an SSB Interview for intelligence and personality testing. The written exam is scheduled for September 13, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their registration before the deadline of June 9, 2026, to avoid last-minute technical issues. Detailed instructions regarding the live photo upload and document verification are provided in the official notification.

FAQs

Can girls apply for UPSC NDA II 2026?
Yes, female candidates are eligible for all wings (Army, Navy, and Air Force) as specified in the vacancy table.
Is OTR mandatory for NDA 2026?
Yes, One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for all UPSC applications.
What is the age limit for NDA 2 2026?
Candidates must be born between January 1, 2008, and January 1, 2011.
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