The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA & NA Examination 2026 notification for 394 vacancies in the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. This national-level defence examination offers a prestigious career for 12th-pass candidates. Eligible male and female candidates can apply online up to 30 December 2025. Selection includes a written exam followed by SSB interview.
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UPSC NDA & NA Examination 2026
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | NDA & NA Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 3/2026-NDA- I |
| Job Category | Central Govt Job |
| Total Vacancy | 394 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Start | 10/12/2025 |
| Last Date Apply | 30/12/2025 |
| Last Date for Payment of Fee | 30/12/2025 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, SSB Interview |
| Exam Dates | 12/04/2026 |
| Salary | ₹56,100 per month (Level-10 after commissioning) |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Service / Wing | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Army (NDA) | 208 |
| Navy (NDA) | 42 |
| Air Force – Flying Branch | 92 |
| Air Force – Ground Duty (Technical) | 18 |
| Air Force – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 10 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | 24 |
| Total | 394 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Army Wing (NDA): 12th Class pass (10+2 pattern) or equivalent
- Navy & Air Force Wings (NDA): 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry): 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- Candidates appearing in Class 12 are also eligible to apply
Nationality & Marital Status
- Indian citizens
- Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible
Age Limit
- Candidates must be born between 01 July 2007 and 01 July 2010
- Age criteria is strictly as per UPSC rules — Age Relaxation
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | No Fee |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Selection Process
Selection for UPSC NDA & NA Examination 2026 will be conducted in the following stages:
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview (Intelligence & Personality Test)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Exam Pattern
Written Examination
- Mathematics – 300 Marks
- General Ability Test – 600 Marks
- Total – 900 Marks
- Objective Type (MCQ)
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC online application portal
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the NDA & NA Examination (I) 2026 application form
- Upload photograph and required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout for reference