UPSC NDA & NA 1 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 394 Posts
UPSC has released the NDA & NA 1 2026 notification for 394 vacancies across Army, Navy, Air Force and Naval Academy. Applications are open from 10 to 30 December 2025. Check eligibility, age limit, fee, exam date, and apply online.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Dec 30, 2025
Deadline: Dec 30, 2025 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
UPSC NDA & NA 1 Notification 2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA & NA 1 Examination 2026 Notification for 394 vacancies for admission to the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA).
As per the notification (PDF pages 1–4)
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, the exam will recruit candidates for the Army, Navy, Air Force wings, and 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme.
The online application window is open from 10 December 2025 to 30 December 2025, and the written exam will be conducted on 12 April 2026.
Candidates must ensure they meet nationality, age, educational, and physical standards as mentioned in the official notification.
UPSC NDA & NA 1 Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | NDA & NA 1 Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Age Eligibility | Born between 02 July 2007 – 01 July 2010 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass (PCM required for Air Force/Navy) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + SSB + Medical |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
UPSC NDA & NA 1 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 December 2025 |
| Application Start | 10 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 December 2025 (up to 6 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Correction Window | As per UPSC schedule |
| Admit Card Release | March 2026 |
| NDA 1 Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Result | April 2026 (expected) |
Dates confirmed from notification page 1.
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UPSC NDA & NA 1 Vacancy Details 2026
According to the vacancy table on page 4 of the PDF
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:
| Academy | Wing | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy (NDA) | Army | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| Navy | 37 | 05 | 42 | |
| Air Force (Flying) | 92 | 08 | 100 | |
| Air Force (Ground Duties – Tech) | 12 | 02 | 14 | |
| Air Force (Ground Duties – Non Tech) | 06 | 02 | 08 | |
| Naval Academy (NA) | 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme | 24 (Male only) | – | 24 |
| Total | 394 |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC NDA 2026
1. Educational Qualification
(Confirmed from PDF page 7)
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| Wing | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Army | 12th Class pass from a recognized board |
| Navy | 12th Class with Physics & Mathematics |
| Air Force (Flying & Ground Duties - Tech) | 12th Class with Physics & Mathematics |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | 12th Class with Physics & Mathematics |
2. Age Limit
From notification page 6.
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| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligible Birth Range | Born between 02 July 2007 and 01 July 2010 |
| Marital Status | Unmarried male & female candidates |
UPSC NDA & NA 1 Application Fee
(From PDF page 8)
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| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, E-Challan.
UPSC NDA Salary 2026
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Stipend During Training | ₹56,100 per month |
| Rank Salary After Commission | As per Defence Pay Matrix |
| Allowances | Field Allowance, Flying Allowance, DA, HRA, etc. |
Selection Process – UPSC NDA 2026
As per the official scheme (PDF pages 15–16)
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, the selection includes:
- Written Examination
- Mathematics – 300 marks
- GAT – 600 marks
- SSB Interview – 900 marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final merit is based on written + SSB.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply link |
| Download NDA 1 2026 Notification | Notification link |
| UPSC Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Dec 30, 2025
Deadline: Dec 30, 2025 · Last date approaching
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