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UPSC NDA / NA-I Exam Date 2026
UPSC NDA / NA-I Examination 2026 : Short Details of Notification
Post Date/Update: 12 January 2026 | 02:40 PM
Short Information: The Union Public Service Commission has announced the UPSC NDA / NA-I Exam Date 2026 for candidates seeking admission to the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. The NDA / NA-I examination is conducted twice a year and serves as a key entry route for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The exam will be held in offline mode across multiple centers in India. It consists of two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official UPSC website for updates related to admit card release, exam city details, and result announcements. Proper preparation, understanding of the exam pattern, and timely downloading of official documents are essential for a smooth examination process.
| Application Start Date | 10-12-2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 30-12-2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30-12-2025 |
| Exam Date | 12-04-2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Notify Soon |
| General / OBC | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 0/- |
| All Category Female Candidates | ₹ 0/- |
| Pay the examination fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline via E-Challan. | |
| Date of Birth Range | Between 02 July 2007 and 01 July 2010 (both dates inclusive) | |
| Age Relaxation | Extra as per UPSC NDA / NA-I Recruitment Rules 2025. | |
| Cadet Name | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy (NDA) – Male / Female | Army | 208 |
| Navy | 42 | |
| Air Force | 120 | |
| Naval Academy (NA) – Male Only | 10+2 Cadet Entry | 24 |
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Army | Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized board. |
| Navy | Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from a recognized board. |
| Air Force (10+2 Cadet Entry) | Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) as per Air Force 10+2 Cadet Entry eligibility norms. |
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