Sarkari ResultUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 394 NDA NA I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official UPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the UPSC NDA NA I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
UPSC NDA & NA Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Company Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026 |
| No of Posts | 394 (Male: 370, Female: 24) |
| Salary | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500/- per month (Level 10) |
| Qualification | 12th Class pass or appearing |
| Age Limit | 16.5 to 19.5 years |
| Start Date for Apply | 10/12/2025 |
| Last Date for Apply | 30/12/2025 (up to 06:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
UPSC NDA & NA Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Academy/Service | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy - Army (157th Course commencing January 2027) | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| National Defence Academy - Navy (All Executive Branch) | 37 | 05 | 42 |
| National Defence Academy - Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 02 | 92 |
| National Defence Academy - Air Force (Ground Duties - Technical) | 16 | 02 | 18 |
| National Defence Academy - Air Force (Ground Duties - Non Technical) | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| Naval Academy - 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme (119th INAC, All Executive Branch) | 21 | 03 | 24 |
| Total | 370 | 24 | 394 |
Note: Indian Army publishes vacancies for Men and Women separately. Though notified through common notification, NDA/Naval Academy men and women are separate entries with selection done separately in gender-pure manner as per vacancies notified.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications:
- For Army Wing of NDA: 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 NDA and for 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at Indian Naval Academy: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent
- Candidates appearing in the 12th Class under 10+2 pattern can also apply
- Such candidates must submit proof of passing by 10th December 2026
- Important: Candidates appearing in 11th class are NOT eligible
Nationality:
- Citizen of India, OR
- Subject of Nepal, OR
- Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African Countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) or Vietnam with intention of permanent settlement in India
- Certificate of eligibility required for categories (ii) and (iii) except Gorkha subjects of Nepal
Marital Status:
- Candidates must be UNMARRIED (both male and female)
- Male divorcee/widower candidates cannot be treated as unmarried and are not eligible
- Candidates must undertake not to marry until completion of full training
- Marriage subsequent to application date will lead to disqualification
- Marriage during training will result in discharge and liability to refund all expenditure
Age Limit (as on 01-07-2027)
- Minimum Age: 16.5 years - Born not later than 01st July 2010
- Maximum Age: 19.5 years - Born not earlier than 01st July 2007
- Only unmarried male/female candidates born between 01/07/2007 and 01/07/2010 are eligible
- Date of birth accepted only from Matriculation/Secondary School Examination Certificate or equivalent
- No subsequent change in date of birth allowed
- No other document relating to age (horoscopes, affidavits, birth extracts, etc.) will be accepted
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC Male Candidates | Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only) |
| Female Candidates | No Fee |
| SC/ST Candidates | No Fee |
| Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs studying in Military/Sainik Schools | No Fee (Certificate required) |
- Payment Mode: Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment or Internet Banking
- Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances
- No fee exemption available for OBC candidates
- Applications without prescribed fee (unless exempted) shall be summarily rejected
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10/12/2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10/12/2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 30/12/2025 (up to 06:00 PM) |
| Examination Date | 12/04/2026 |
| Written Result Declaration | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| SSB Interview Period | June 2026 to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Course Commencement (NDA - 157th Course) | 01/01/2027 |
| Course Commencement (Naval Academy - 119th INAC) | 01/01/2027 |
| Certificate Submission Deadline (appearing candidates) | 10/12/2026 |
Selection Process
- Stage 1 - Written Examination: Conducted by UPSC
- Paper-I: Mathematics - 300 marks, Duration: 2.5 hours (For IMA/INA/AFA only, not for Naval Academy 10+2 Entry)
- Paper-II: General Ability Test - 600 marks, Duration: 2.5 hours
- Part A: English - 200 marks
- Part B: General Knowledge - 400 marks (Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography, Current Events)
- Total Written Marks: 900
- All questions will be objective type
- Question papers in Mathematics and Part B of General Ability Test will be bilingual (Hindi and English)
- Candidates must use Black Ball Pen only for marking answers
- Negative Marking: 0.33 marks (one-third) deduction for each wrong answer
- Commission has discretion to fix qualifying marks in any or all subjects
- Stage 2 - Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview: 900 marks
- Two-Stage SSB Selection:
- Stage I: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception & Description Test (PP&DT) - Shortlisting based on combined performance
- Stage II: Interview, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests, and Conference - Conducted over 4 days
- For Air Force Candidates: Computerized Pilot Selection System (CPSS) required
- CPSS is conducted only once - grades secured hold good for every subsequent interview
- Candidates who fail CPSS cannot apply for Flying Branch but can be considered for Ground Duty branches
- Stage 3 - Medical Examination: Special Medical Board at designated Armed Forces Medical Services Hospitals
- Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks separately in written exam and SSB test
- Final merit list based on total marks (Written + SSB) subject to medical fitness and eligibility
- Selection done separately for male and female candidates in gender-pure manner
Salary/Stipend
- During Training at NDA (3 years): Fixed stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month (starting pay in Level 10)
- Cost of training including accommodation, books, uniforms, boarding, and medical treatment borne by Government
- Pocket expenses (approximately Rs. 3,000/- per month) to be met by candidates/parents
- Financial assistance of Rs. 2,500/- per month available if parent's income is less than Rs. 45,000/- per month
- Initial Deposit on joining NDA: Rs. 40,376/- (includes pocket allowance, insurance, incidental expenditure)
- After Commissioning as Lieutenant:
- Lieutenant: Pay Level 10 - Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500/- per month
- Captain: Pay Level 10B - Rs. 61,300 - 1,93,900/- per month
- Major: Pay Level 11 - Rs. 69,400 - 2,07,200/- per month
- Lt. Colonel: Pay Level 12A - Rs. 1,21,200 - 2,12,400/- per month
- Colonel: Pay Level 13 - Rs. 1,30,600 - 2,15,900/- per month
- Military Service Pay (MSP): Rs. 15,500/- per month (fixed) from Lieutenant to Brigadier
- Additional Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (as applicable to civilians)
- Dress Allowance: Rs. 20,000/- per year
- Transport Allowance (TPTA): Rs. 7,200/- + DA (higher cities) or Rs. 3,600/- + DA (other places)
- Children Education Allowance: Rs. 2,250/- per month per child (for two eldest children)
- Hostel Subsidy: Rs. 6,750/- per month per child
- Free Ration in kind in peace and field areas
- Field Area Allowances (depending on posting)
- Para Allowance: Rs. 10,500/- per month
- Special Forces Allowance: Rs. 25,000/- per month
- Insurance Coverage:
- During Training: Rs. 15 lakh (one-time premium of Rs. 7,200/-)
- After Commissioning: Rs. 1.25 Crore (monthly subscription of Rs. 12,500/-)
Physical Standards
Height Requirements:
- Male Candidates: Minimum 157 cm
- Female Candidates: Minimum 152 cm
- For Flying Branch: Minimum 162.5 cm (both male and female)
- For Gorkhas and candidates from Hills of North Eastern region, Garhwal, Kumaon: Minimum reduced by 5 cm
- Growth allowance of 2 cm for candidates below 18 years
Weight Requirements:
- Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per prescribed charts
- Minimum and maximum weight limits specified for different height and age groups
- Weights below minimum or above maximum (except for documented body builders/wrestlers) not acceptable
Visual Standards for NDA/NA Entry:
- Uncorrected Vision: 6/12 in each eye
- Corrected Vision: 6/6 in each eye
- Limits of Myopia: -1.0 D Sph
- Limits of Hypermetropia: +2.0 D Sph
- Astigmatism: ±1.0 D Cyl (within limits of myopia and hypermetropia)
- Binocular Vision: III
- Colour Perception: CP Pass (assessed by Ishihara test at SMB, Anomaloscope at AMB/RMB)
- Kerato-refractive surgery (PRK/LASIK/SMILE) acceptable in all branches except submarine, diving and MARCO (subject to conditions)
- Surgery must be at least 12 months before examination, performed after age 20
Dental Standards:
- Minimum 14 dental points required
- Any 4 of 6 anterior teeth and any 6 of 10 posterior teeth must be present in good functional opposition
- Mouth opening of at least 30 mm required
- No more than two mobile teeth acceptable
Other Physical Standards:
- Chest circumference: Minimum 77 cm for male candidates
- Chest expansion: Minimum 5 cm
- Hearing: Must hear forced whisper at 610 cm distance with each ear
- Must be free from diseases, deformities, and medical conditions affecting military duty
- Permanent body tattoos only permitted on inner face of forearm (elbow to wrist) and back of hand
General Information/Instructions
- Candidates must apply online only through https://upsconline.nic.in
- No other mode of application is allowed
- Universal Registration Number (URN) required for all UPSC examinations
- Live Photo Capture mandatory while filling Common Application Form (CAF)
- Aadhaar Card strongly recommended as ID document
- One Photo ID Card mandatory (Aadhaar/Voter Card/PAN/Passport/Driving License/School Photo ID)
- Candidates cannot withdraw applications after submission
- No corrections/alterations allowed after application submission
- e-Admit Card will be issued on last working day of preceding week of examination
- No Admit Card will be sent by post or email
- Candidates must reach examination venue at least 30 minutes prior
- Face Authentication mandatory at examination venue
- Mobile phones and electronic devices strictly banned
- Use Black Ball Pen only for marking answers
- Question Paper Representation Portal (QPRep) available for 7 days after examination
- Helpdesk: 011-24041001 or email: [email protected] (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days)
- Government strives for gender balance - Women candidates encouraged to apply
- Candidates already in Government Service or Armed Forces must inform their Head of Office/Commanding Officer
- Candidates appearing for SSB interview entitled to AC III Tier railway fare for first appearance
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit official website https://upsconline.nic.in
- Step 2: Create Account and generate Universal Registration Number (URN)
- Step 3: Fill Common Application Form (CAF) with personal details
- Step 4: Upload recent photograph and capture live photo
- Step 5: Fill Examination Specific Module with preferences for Services (Army/Navy/Air Force in order of preference 1 to 4)
- Step 6: Upload required documents and Photo ID details
- Step 7: Select Examination Centre (first-apply-first-allot basis with ceiling on most centres)
- Step 8: Pay application fee online (if applicable) through Credit/Debit Card/UPI/Net Banking
- Step 9: Submit application and note down Application Number
- Step 10: Download and save e-Admit Card when available
- Important: Indicate at least one preference for service allocation (mandatory)
- Note: Candidates must register on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in after qualifying written exam to receive SSB call
- Note: Candidates with Navy first choice: Register on www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Note: Candidates with Air Force first choice: Also register on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in for AFSB
- Note: Email ID given to UPSC must be same as Directorate General of Recruiting website
UPSC NDA & NA Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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UPSC NDA & NA Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Starting Date to apply is 10/12/2025.
2. What is the last apply date for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Last apply date is 30/12/2025 up to 06:00 PM.
3. What is the Eligibility to apply for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: For Army Wing: 12th Class pass. For Navy/Air Force Wings and Naval Academy: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Candidates appearing in 12th class can also apply.
4. What is the age limit to apply for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Candidates must be born between 01/07/2007 and 01/07/2010 (16.5 to 19.5 years as on 01/07/2027).
5. How many vacancies are being recruited by UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Total 394 Vacancies (Male: 370, Female: 24) across Army, Navy, Air Force and Naval Academy.
6. When will the UPSC NDA & NA 2026 examination be held?
Ans: The written examination will be held on 12/04/2026.
7. What is the application fee for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Rs. 100/- for General/OBC male candidates. No fee for Female, SC/ST candidates, and wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs studying in Military/Sainik Schools.
8. Can female candidates apply for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Yes, female candidates can apply. Total 24 vacancies reserved for females across all wings (Army: 10, Navy: 5, Air Force Flying: 2, Air Force GD Tech: 2, Air Force GD Non-Tech: 2, Naval Academy: 3).
9. Can candidates appearing in 12th class apply?
Ans: Yes, candidates appearing in 12th class can apply but must submit proof of passing 12th by 10/12/2026. Note: Candidates appearing in 11th class are NOT eligible.
10. What is the selection process for UPSC NDA & NA 2026?
Ans: Three-stage selection: (1) Written Examination by UPSC (900 marks), (2) SSB Interview (900 marks) including CPSS for Air Force, (3) Medical Examination. Final merit based on combined marks of written and SSB, subject to medical fitness.
