National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA II Admit Card 2026 for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026. Candidates who successfully submitted their application can download their e-Admit Card through the official UPSC examination portal.
The UPSC NDA II 2026 Examination is scheduled for 13 September 2026 (Sunday). Candidates should download their admit card and carefully check the examination centre, reporting time, paper timings and instructions mentioned on it.
| Exam Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination Name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 10/2026-NDA-II |
| Total Vacancies | 394 Posts |
| Admit Card Release Date | 03 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Exam Duration | One Day |
| Application Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + SSB Interview |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 03 September 2026 |
| NDA II Examination | 13 September 2026 |
| Result | Will Be Updated Later |
The UPSC NDA & NA II 2026 examination is conducted in two sessions. Candidates should check their e-Admit Card carefully for the final reporting and entry instructions.
| Paper | Timing |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
| General Ability Test (GAT) | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
Note: Candidates must follow the reporting time and entry instructions printed on their e-Admit Card.
| Academy / Wing | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| NDA – Army | 208 |
| NDA – Navy | 42 |
| NDA – Air Force | 120 |
| Naval Academy – 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme | 24 |
| Total | 394 |
Candidates must satisfy the date-of-birth condition prescribed by UPSC for NDA & NA Examination (II), 2026.
Eligible Date of Birth: 01 January 2008 to 01 January 2011
Age-related eligibility should always be checked with the official UPSC notification before relying on the information for candidature.
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 / 10+2 examination from a recognized board.
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 / 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects.
1. Reach the examination centre on time: Follow the reporting time printed on your e-Admit Card.
2. Carry the admit card: Entry to the examination venue requires the prescribed e-Admit Card.
3. Carry valid photo ID: Bring the original identity document required by UPSC.
4. Check your centre: Candidates must appear only at the examination venue allotted to them.
5. Avoid prohibited items: Do not carry mobile phones, electronic gadgets, bags or other prohibited items inside the examination venue.
6. Follow the instructions: Read all instructions printed on the e-Admit Card carefully before the examination.
Candidates should carefully verify the information printed on the e-Admit Card. If any discrepancy is noticed, it should be brought to the notice of UPSC immediately through the official communication channels mentioned by the Commission.
UPSC Official Website:
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UPSC NDA & NA Examination (II), 2026:
Click Here – NDA II 2026 Official Examination Page
The UPSC NDA II Admit Card 2026 was made available on 03 September 2026.
The UPSC NDA & NA II 2026 examination is scheduled for 13 September 2026.
The examination has approximately 394 vacancies.
Mathematics is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, followed by the General Ability Test from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Candidates should download the e-Admit Card through the official UPSC website.
Selection is based on the written examination followed by the SSB-related selection process and other applicable requirements.
Important Note: Candidates should always verify the final examination instructions, reporting time, centre details and other requirements from their official UPSC e-Admit Card. The information provided above is for candidate reference and should be read together with the official UPSC notification and examination instructions.