UPSC NDA & Naval Academy Examination-II, 2026 Notification Out : Direct Link to Apply for 394 Vacancies
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination-II, 2026. The Online Application window is open from 20 May 2026 to 09 June 2026. Read for the Important Dates, Eligibility Criteria and step-by-step application instructions. This year, UPSC has announced a total of 394 Posts across various Defence Academies.
1. Overview UPSC NDA 2 2026 Registration Form
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination-II, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 394 Posts |
| Application Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Application Dates | 20/05/2026 to 09/06/2026 |
| Exam Date | 13/09/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Written Examination➡SSB➡Medical Examination |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in, |
2. Important Dates (UPSC NDA 2 Exam 2026)
| Apply Start Date | 20/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09/06/2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 09/06/2026 |
| Date of Examination | 13/09/2026 |
| Admit Card | 1st week of the exam |
| Result Declaration | October 2026 (Tentative) |
3. UPSC NDA 2 2026 - Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: 100/-
- SC / ST / HP : 0/- (Exempted)
- All Female Candidates : 0/- (Exempted)
- Payment Mode : Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking and UPI)
4. UPSC NDA 2 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
UPSC NDA 2 2026 - Age Limit (Only Unmarried Male/Female)
- Candidates born not earlier than 01.01.2008 and not later than 01.01.2011 are eligible.
Educational Qualification for UPSC NDA 2 2026
- For Army Wing of National Defence Academy: - 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.
- For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy:- 12th Class pass with PCM (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University.
5. UPSC NDA 2 2026 Vacancy Details - Total - 394 Posts
| Academy |
Service | Male | Female | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy (NDA) | Army | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| Navy (Executive | 37 | 5 | 42 | |
| Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 2 | 92 | |
| Air Force (Ground Duties - Tech.) | 16 | 2 | 18 | |
| Air Force (Ground Duties - Non-Tech.) | 8 | 2 | 10 | |
| Naval Academy (NA) | 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme | 21 | 3 | 24 |
| Total | - | 370 | 24 | 394 |
6. Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview (Intelligence and Personality Test)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
7. How to Fill UPSC NDA 2 Exam 2026 Online Form
- Visit the official Website https://upsconline.nic.in/
- One Time Registration (OTR) - Create Account with your personal details, mobile number and email ID.
- Fill the Application Form - Login your OTR ID and select National Defence Adacemy and Naval Academy Examination-II, 2026 and Fill the Application Form with your educational qualification, address & service preferences - NDA, Nawal Academy.
- Upload your recent passport size photo, signature and ID Proof.
- Pay the examination fee online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
- Review your details, submit the form, and print the confirmation page.
8. Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Site |