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UPSC NDA 2026 - Notification (Dec 10, 2025), Application form, Exam Dates, Syllabus
Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on Jun 27, 2025 12:04 PM IST | #NDA
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UPSC NDA 2026 - The Union Public Service Commission will release the UPSC NDA 1 notification 2026 on December 10, 2025 on the official website, upsc.gov.in. The UPSC NDA 2026 application form link will also be activated at the same time. The UPSC NDA application form 2026 last date is December 30, 2025. The NDA 1 exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on April 12, 2026.
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- UPSC NDA 2026 - Overview
- UPSC NDA 2026 Exam Dates
- UPSC NDA 2026 Application Form
- UPSC NDA 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- UPSC NDA 2026 Exam Pattern
- UPSC NDA 2026 Exam Centres
- UPSC NDA 2026 Syllabus
- UPSC NDA 2026 Admit Card
- UPSC NDA 2026 Question Paper
- UPSC NDA 2026 Answer Key
- UPSC NDA 2026 Result
- UPSC NDA 2026 Cut Off
- UPSC NDA 2026 Selection Process
- UPSC NDA 2026 Salary
The UPSC NDA exam will be conducted twice every year in offline mode. Candidates who clear the UPSC NDA exam will be selected for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. Check the article below to know more about the UPSC NDA 2026 exam.
UPSC NDA 2026 - Overview
Full name of the exam | UPSC National Defence Academy exam |
Short Name | UPSC NDA |
Conducting Authority | Union Publish Service Commission |
Website | upsc.gov.in / upsconline.nic.in. |
Exam mode | Offline |
Application mode | Online |
Application fee | Rs 100 |
Number of vacancies | TBA |
Exam level | National |
Stages of the exam |
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UPSC NDA 2026 Exam Dates
The UPSC NDA exam dates 2026 have been announced by the commission well in advance. The UPSC NDA exam date was announced through the Annual Calendar. By knowing the NDA 1 2026 exam dates, candidates will be able to plan their preparation accordingly. Check the table below to know all the UPSC NDA exam dates 2026.
NDA 1 Exam Date 2026
Event | NDA 1 Dates |
UPSC NDA notification date | December 10, 2025 |
NDA 1 application form date 2026 | December 10, 2025 |
NDA application form last date | December 30, 2025 |
NDA 1 application correction facility | To be announced |
NDA 2026 admit card date | To be announced |
NDA 1 exam date 2026 | April 12, 2026 |
NDA result date | To be announced |
SSC Interview date | To be announced |
Final result date | To be announced |
NDA 2 Exam Date 2026
Event | NDA 2 Dates |
UPSC NDA notification date | May 20, 2026 |
NDA 1 application form date 2026 | May 20, 2026 |
NDA application form last date | June 9, 2026 |
NDA 1 application correction facility | To be announced |
NDA 2026 admit card date | To be announced |
NDA 1 exam date 2026 | September 13, 2026 |
NDA result date | To be announced |
SSC Interview date | To be announced |
Final Result date | To be announced |
UPSC NDA 2026 Application Form
Candidates have to fill the UPSC NDA application form 2026 online in order to appear in the exam. The UPSC NDA 2026 application form will be released on December 10, 2025. Candidates will be able to fill the UPSC NDA 1 application form 2025 until December 30. Candidates have to provide valid documents and information while filling the UPSC NDA application form 2026. Check the steps below to fill the NDA application form -
How to apply for NDA 2026?
Candidates can follow the steps below to fill the NDA form 2026.
Visit the UPSC website - upsc.gov.in/upsconline.nic.in
Complete the account creation process.
Login using your credentials.
Fill out the UPSC NDA application form as prompted.
Upload all the necessary documents.
Pay the NDA application fee.
Submit the NDA form.
UPSC NDA 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates have to check the UPSC NDA eligibility criteria 2026 before filling the application form. Candidates have to meet the NDA 2026 eligibility at every stage of the selection process. The UPSC NDA eligibility criteria are the minimum requirements which a candidate must meet to appear in the exam. Check the below table to know the NDA eligibility 2026 -
NDA 1 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Particulars | Details |
Nationality |
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NDA age limit | Candidates must be between the ages of 16.5 and 19.5 |
NDA Educational Qualification |
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Physical Measurement |
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UPSC NDA 2026 Exam Pattern
The UPSC NDA exam pattern 2026 will be given in the official notification. The exam pattern of UPSC NDA 2026 consists of 2 stages. The first stage is the written test and the second stage is the SSB interview (Intelligence and personality test).
NDA Exam Pattern 2026
Subject | Duration | Maximum marks |
Mathematics | 2 ½ hours | 300 |
General Ability Test | 2 ½ hours | 600 |
Total | 900 | |
SSB Interview | 900 | |
UPSC NDA 2026 Exam Centres
Candidates appearing for the exam will be given an UPSC NDA 2026 exam centre to which they need to appear and give the exam. The allotment of UPSC NDA 2026 exam centres is based on ‘first apply- first allot’. Candidates are advised to apply early for the exam so that they would get the NDA exam centre of their choice. The NDA exam centres 2026 are situated in almost 75 cities in India. Candidates must note that the UPSC ND exam centres, once allotted, cannot be changed.
UPSC NDA 2026 Syllabus
The UPSC NDA syllabus 2026 will be available in the official notification. The NDA 2026 syllabus and topics and sub-topics will be available for the candidates to start their preparation.
NDA Mathematics Syllabus 2026 -
- Algebra.
- Matrices and determinants.
- Trigonometry.
- Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions.
- Differential Calculus.
- Integral Calculus and Differential Equations.
- Vector Algebra.
- Statistics and Probability.
NDA General Ability Test Syllabus 2026 -
- Part A - English.
- Part B - General knowledge.
- Physics.
- Chemistry.
- General Science.
- History, freedom, movement, etc.
- Geography.
- Current events
How to prepare for UPSC NDA 2026?
Cracking the UPSC NDA exam requires dedication and a proper strategy. Some of the UPSC NDA 2026 preparation tips which are beneficial to the candidates are -.
- Understand the syllabus and exam pattern.
- Build a strong foundation of the basics by gathering the NDA best books (NCERT books provide a good foundation).
- Revise concepts regularly.
- Enhance vocabulary skills and stay updated with current affairs.
- Develop time management, reasoning and problem-solving skills( helps in sharpening the mind)
- Practice NDA sample papers and previous year question papers.
- Stay focused.
- Maintain physical fitness and eat healthy.
UPSC NDA 2026 Admit Card
The NDA admit card 2026 will be released 7 days before the examination. Candidates can download the UPSC NDA 2026 admit card from the official website, upsc.gov.in. The UPSC NDA admit card is like an entry pass into the exam centre. Candidates must note that the NDA admit card 2026 will not be sent by post and can only be downloaded.
UPSC NDA 2026 Question Paper
The UPSC NDA question paper 2026 will be released on the official website a few days after the examination. Candidates will also be able to view the UPSC NDA previous year question papers on the official website. Practicing UPSC NDA question papers makes a huge impact in the candidate’s preparation.
UPSC NDA 2026 Answer Key
The NDA answer key 2026 is crucial for candidates who have appeared in the examination. The NDA 2026 answer key will be released by UPSC after the examination in a few weeks. The NDA answer key will help candidates in resolving any doubts regarding the answers and helps in evaluating their score.
UPSC NDA 2026 Result
The UPSC NDA result 2026 will be released on the official website. Candidates may expect the NDA 2026 result within a month after the exam is conducted. The UPSC NDA result will be released in PDF format. Those who clear the NDA written exam will have to appear in the SSB interview.
UPSC NDA 2026 Cut Off
The UPSC NDA cut off 2026 will be released after the final results are released. All the NDA cut off marks will be released together at once. The UPSC NDA 2026 cut off is the same for all categories. Candidates can check the previous years' NDA 1 cut off marks to get an idea of how many marks are required to qualify the exam.
NDA 1 2024 cut off
Events | NDA written exam cut off | Final NDA cut off |
NDA 1 2024 Cut off | 291 (With at least 20% marks in each subject) | 654 out of 1800 |
NDA 2 Cut Off 2024 | 305 (With at least 25% marks in each subject) | 673 out of 1800 |
UPSC NDA 2026 Selection Process
The detailed UPSC NDA selection process will be available in the official notification. The UPSC NDA selection process 2026 consists of a written test and SSB interview (Service Selection Board). Candidates who clear the NDA written exam 2026 will be called for the SSB interview.
Candidates must log in to joinindianarmy.nic.in to know their SSB interview date and time. The SSB interview will be challenging. Those who clear the NDA SSB interview will get selected into the National Defence Academy.
UPSC NDA 2026 Salary
Candidates can find the UPSC NDA salary details 2026 in the official notification. The NDA 2026 stipend which will be offered to the candidates during the cadet training is Rs 56,100. After the completion of the training, candidates will be offered the NDA salary in the pay level 10 which is between Rs 56,100 – Rs 1,77,500. Along with the NDA 1 salary 2026, candidates will also be offered various allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who can give NDA 1 2026?
Indian citizens between the ages of 16.5 and 19.5 who have passed the 12th class can appear in the UPSC NDA exam.
2. When will the UPSC NDA 2026 application form be released?
The UPSC NDA 1 application form will be released on December 10, 2025.
3. Do 12th marks matter in the NDA exam 2026?
A candidate must have passed the 12th class to be eligible for the UPSC NDA exam.
4. How much is the NDA 2026 salary?
Candidates will be given an NDA salary of Rs 56,100 during the training period.
5. What is the UPSC NDA exam date?
The UPSC NDA 1 2026 exam will be conducted on April 12, 2026
6. How many NDA vacancies have been announced?
The NDA 2026 vacancy will be given in the official notification.
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Hello Gautam
A diploma holder is eligible and ineligible for the following:
1. NDA: No, a diploma holder is not eligible for NDA as they require the candidates to be passed or appearing in Class 12th.
2. JEE Main s: Similarly, a diploma holder is not eligible for JEE Mains as it is only for 12th passed/appearing students with PCM.
3. JEE Advance: Yes, a diploma holder is eligible for JEE Advance and can aim for IITs.
Regarding your second doubt:
No, a diploma holder is not eligible to take admission in NITs on the basis of JEE MAIN marks
. A diploma holder can only aim for IITs and that too on the basis of JEE Advance.
Thank you!!!
Yash Teotia 07 July,2025
Hello Aspirant,
Yes, you can appear for the NDA (National Defence Academy) exam in September 2026 to join the Indian Army, even if you are a Class 12 student with a PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) stream. The Indian Army wing of NDA does not require Mathematics or Physics as mandatory subjects in Class 12, unlike the Navy and Air Force wings, which are only open to candidates with a PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) background. As long as you are an Indian citizen, unmarried, and your age falls between 16.5 and 19.5 years as on the date specified in the 2026 notification (likely born between January 2, 2008, and July 1, 2011), you are eligible. You will still be required to attempt both papers in the NDA written exam—Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT)—but selection into the Army wing mainly considers your overall merit. So, with the right preparation, especially for GAT and basic math, you can definitely aim for a career in the Indian Army through NDA.
All the best for your journey.
Sonakshi Kumari 04 July,2025
Hello,
Yes, you can give the NDA exam in September 2026 to join the Indian Army, even if you are from the PCB stream.
For the Army wing, candidates from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts) are eligible if they have passed or are appearing in Class 12.
Maths is not compulsory for the Army wing. However, you will still have to attempt the Maths paper in the exam.
Also, make sure your date of birth falls between 2nd January 2008 and 1st July 2011 to be eligible for NDA 2 (September 2026).
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 08 July,2025
Dear Candidate ,
- For NDA 1 2026 , you are eligible since your birth date ( 24th Dec 2007 ) lies between 2 Jul 2007 and 1 Jul 2010 .
- For NDA 2 2026 , you are not eligible because the cutoff begins on 2 Jan 2008 .
Because UPSC requires candidates to be at least 16.5 and at most 19.5 years old on exam date ,
Vasundhra 01 July,2025
Hello Aspirant,
If you erroneously marked "Yes" for the question about studying in Sainik School or being the ward of a JCO/OR in the NDA 2 form when the answer was "No", Since you already mailed about this here is what you can do:
- Call UPSC to have it resolved quicker
- Wait for correction window (if any) - UPSC sometimes provides correction windows but they do this infrequently. If they have not yet announced the correction window, keep checking their official website.
- On exam day and at when SSB comes around, just be honest about what happened. In my past experience, as long as the mistake does not directly impact your eligibility or give you unjust advantage, they are usually okay to be sorted out during the document verification stage.
gopi 21 June,2025
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