Key Details of the UPSC NDA / NA I Examination 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 December 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
Candidates should always refer to the official UPSC website for the most up to date information
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee |
| General, OBC | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 0/- |
| All Female Category | ₹ 0/- |
Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Vacancy Information
The total number of posts is 394
Age Limit
Age limits for the UPSC NDA / NA I Notification 2026 are as per UPSC Rules
Candidates must be born between 02/07/2007 and 01/07/2010
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC NDA / NA I Examination 2026 rules
Vacancy Details
| header | header2 | value |
|---|---|---|
| Cadet Name | Post Name | No. Of Post |
| National Defence Academy NDA (Male / Female) | Army | 208 |
| National Defence Academy NDA (Male / Female) | Navy | 42 |
| National Defence Academy NDA (Male / Female) | Airforce | 120 |
| Naval Academy NA Only for Male | 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 in 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board. |
| Airforce | Candidates must have Passed in 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board. |
| 10+2 Cadet Entry | Candidates must have Passed in 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board. |
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How to Check & Download UPSC NDA / NA I Exam Date 2026
- Open your internet browser on your mobile phone or computer
- Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- On the homepage, go to the “Examination | Schedule / Calendar” or “Latest Notifications” section
- Look for the notification related to UPSC NDA/NA I Exam Date 2026
- Click on the Exam Date notice
- The exam schedule will open in PDF or notice format
- Carefully check the NDA/NA I exam date, reporting time, and instructions mentioned in the notice
- Download and save the exam date notice on your device
- Take a printout if you want a physical copy for planning
UPSC NDA / NA I Recruitment 2026 : Mode Of Selection
- Written Exam
- Interview
- Medical Examination
- Physical Examination
Important Links
| Check Exam Date Notice | Check Exam Date Notice |
| Apply Online Link | Apply Online Link |
| UPSC Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
