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UPSC NDA & NA Examination (I), 2026 – Apply Online

Overview

The Union Public Service Commission is inviting applications for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination of 2026. The online registration window opens on 10 December 2025 and closes on 30 December 2025, while the exam will be held on 12 April 2026. This is the first chance for young males and females to join the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings under a disciplined training regime.

Because the cut‑off for the exam is usually set before the start of the next academic year, candidates who register early and submit all documents on time can secure a better position in the merit list.

Important Dates

Application begins: 10 December 2025. Final date to fill the online form and pay the fee: 30 December 2025. Examination day: 12 April 2026.

Eligibility

Age must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years, born between 01 July 2007 and 01 July 2010, and the candidate must be unmarried. Applicants need to pass 10+2 board examination, with the following subject combinations: for Army, any recognised board; for Navy, Air Force Flying, Air Force Technical, Air Force Ground Duties, and Naval Academy, the board must include Physics and Mathematics. Special relaxation rules apply for certain categories.

Vacancy Details

The total intake for NDA & NA 2026 is 394 posts. Army offers 198 male and 10 female seats, Navy 37 male and 5 female, Air Force Flying 90 male and 2 female, Air Force Technical Ground 16 male and 2 female, Air Force Non‑Technical Ground 8 male and 2 female, and Naval Academy 21 male and 3 female seats. All categories are considered under the standard gender allocation.

How to Apply

Start by visiting the UPSC online portal and create a login. Complete the application form, upload scanned copies of photo ID, signature, and proof of address, and review the entries. Pay the application fee of 100 rupees using debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI – SC/ST candidates pay zero fee and female candidates pay zero fee as well. After submission, download and print the application for safety.

Important Links

Apply Online – https://upsconline.nic.in/

Download Notification – Notification PDF

Download Syllabus – Syllabus PDF

Official UPSC Website – https://upsc.gov.in/

Before applying, candidates must read the official notification carefully.