Verified from official source on 05 Jun 2026
UPSC NDA & NA-II 2026 — National Defence Academy Examination (394 Posts)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)Defence Jobs
- Total Posts
- 394
- Qualification
- 12th pass or appearing (Army Wing); 12th with Physics & Maths (Air Force / Navy / Naval Academy)
- Age Limit
- Born between 02 January 2008 and 01 January 2011; unmarried males and females only
- Application Fee
- ₹100; SC/ST/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs exempted
Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA & NA-II 2026 notification for 394 vacancies (370 male + 24 female) across the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and the Indian Naval Academy (INAC 10+2 Cadet Entry). This is India's premier defence entry for 10+2 candidates, with training at the NDA, Khadakwasla. Selection is through a written exam (13 September 2026), SSB Interview, and Medical Examination.
Eligibility
* Army Wing: 12th pass or appearing from a recognized board.
* Air Force & Naval Wings: 12th pass with Physics and Mathematics.
* Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry): 12th with PCM.
* Born between 02 January 2008 and 01 January 2011 (both inclusive).
* Unmarried males and females only. Indian citizens (also subjects of Nepal/Bhutan per rules).
Important Dates
Application Start
20 May 2026
Last Date to Apply
09 Jun 2026
Correction Window Start
10 Jun 2026
Correction Window End
16 Jun 2026
Exam Date
13 Sept 2026
Application Fee
₹100; SC/ST/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs exempted
Salary
Stipend during training at NDA Khadakwasla + commissioned officer pay upon graduation
How to Apply
1. Go to upsconline.nic.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
2. Open the NDA & NA-II 2026 application and fill the form.
3. Upload photo and signature.
4. Pay ₹100 fee (exempted for SC/ST/sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs) and submit before 09 June 2026 (6:00 PM).
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