UPSC Releases NDA & NA Exam 2026 Dates
Post Date: January 9, 2026, 8:42 PM
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the examination dates for the National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Exam 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 394 vacancies.
The application window for the UPSC NDA/NA-I Recruitment 2026 was open from December 10, 2025, to December 30, 2025. The written examination is scheduled to take place on April 12, 2026. Candidates who successfully applied for this recruitment can now access their UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026 information.
UPSC NDA & NA-I Recruitment 2026: Key Details
- Advertisement Number: 03/2026
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: December 10, 2025
- Application Last Date: December 30, 2025
- Fee Payment Last Date: December 30, 2025
- Examination Date: April 12, 2026
- Admit Card Release: Prior to the examination
- Result Release: Post-examination
Application Fee
- General & OBC: Rs. 100/-
- SC & ST: Rs. 0/-
Candidates are required to pay the examination fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other available payment modes.
Age Limit
Candidates must be born between July 2, 2007, and July 1, 2010.
- Age Relaxation: As per the UPSC NDA/NA-I Recruitment Rules.
- To precisely determine eligibility based on age, you can utilize the Age Calculator.
Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 394
| Post Name | Wing Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy (NDA) | Army (Male / Female) | 208 |
| Navy | 42 | |
| Air Force | 120 | |
| Naval Academy (NA) | 10+2 Cadet Entry (Only for Male) | 24 |
Educational Qualification
- National Defence Academy: Candidates must have completed their Intermediate or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- Naval Academy: Candidates must have completed their Intermediate examination with Physics & Mathematics from a recognized board.
Mode of Selection
The selection process will include:
- Written Examination (Objective Test)
- Physical Fitness Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Download UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026
Candidates can download their UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026 by following these steps:
- Navigate to the ‘Important Links’ section provided below.
- Click on the relevant download link for the exam date.
- You will be redirected to the login page.
- Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth, and the Captcha Code.
- Click on the “Login” tab.
Alternatively, candidates can also download their exam dates directly from the official UPSC website.
Important Links
- Download Admit Card
- Apply Online
- Download Notification
- OTR Registration
- Sarkari Exam Mobile App
- Join WhatsApp Channel
- Join Telegram Channel
- Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q. Has the UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026 been released?
- A. Yes, the UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026 has been released.
- Q. When was the UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026 officially announced?
- A. The UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026 was issued on January 9, 2026, by UPSC.
- Q. When will the UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam be held?
- A. The UPSC NDA/NA-I examination is scheduled for April 12, 2026.
- Q. Where can I check the UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026?
- A. You can check the exam date on the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
- Q. What should I search for on the website to find the UPSC NDA/NA-I Exam Date 2026?
- A. Look for “Exam Date – UPSC NDA/NA-I Recruitment 2026” in the notifications list.
- Q. Will the UPSC NDA/NA-I Admit Card also be available on the same website?
- A. Yes, the UPSC NDA/NA-I Pre Admit Cards will be available on the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in) before the exam.
- Q. What is the official website of UPSC?
- A. The official website of UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in.