UPSC NDA II Exam 2026 Out Notification for Apply Online Army, Navy and Air Force 394 Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026. UPSC Examination 2026 offers 394 vacancies for National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. Eligible candidates with 12th Pass can apply online from 20.05.2026 to 09.06.2026 through the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.

Important Dates : UPSC NDA II Exam 2026 for Army, Navy and Air Force

Category and Field wise Vacancies Details : UPSC NDA II Exam 2026 for Army, Navy and Air Force

Educational Qualification : UPSC NDA II Exam 2026 for Army, Navy and Air Force

• For Army Wing of National Defence Academy: Candidates must have passed the 12th Class (10+2 pattern) of school education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or University.
• For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy & 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at Indian Naval Academy: Candidates must have passed the 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects under the 10+2 pattern of school education or its equivalent.
• Appearing Candidates: Candidates who are currently appearing in the 12th Class under the 10+2 pattern or equivalent can also apply for this examination.

Eligible Candidate: 

Nationality: Citizen of India / Subject of Nepal / Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) or Vietnam – with eligibility certificate from Govt. of India where applicable. Gorkha subjects of Nepal do not need such certificate.

Marital Status: Must be an unmarried male or female candidate.

Who Apply: Both Male & Female Candidates Can Apply

Physical Standards: Candidates must be physically and mentally fit as per the “Joint Order Manual of Medical Standards for Entry into Armed Forces (1st Edition)” available at www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. Permanent body tattoos allowed only on inner forearm (inside elbow to wrist) and back/dorsal of palm; not permitted on any other body part.

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Age Limit & Application Fees : UPSC NDA II Exam 2026 for Army, Navy and Air Force

Selection Process : UPSC NDA II Exam 2026 for Army, Navy and Air Force

Selection consists of a Written Examination conducted by UPSC, followed by Intelligence and Personality Test at the Services Selection Board (SSB) including CPSS for Air Force Flying branch, and finally Medical Examination. Success at the written examination confers no right of admission to the Academy.

1. Written Examination: Consists of two objective-type papers: Mathematics (300 marks) and General Ability Test (600 marks), totaling 900 marks.
2. SSB Interview / Test: Candidates qualifying the written exam will undergo a 5-day Intelligence and Personality Test conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB) evaluating Officer-like Qualities (OLQs), carrying another 900 marks.
3. CPSS (Computerised Pilot Selection System): Mandatory only for candidates opting for the Flying Branch of the Air Force.
4. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo a thorough medical evaluation by a Board of Service Medical Officers to be declared fit.
5. Document Verification & Final Merit List: Preparation of the final merit list based on aggregate marks in the Written Exam and SSB Interview.

How to Apply?

Interested and eligible candidate may apply online through official website.

• Visit the official UPSC website: UPSC Official Website
• Open the NDA II 2026 notification/application link available on the homepage.
• Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user. Existing users can directly login.
• Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, communication details, and exam centre preferences carefully.
• Upload required documents:
  • Passport size photograph
  • Signature
  • Valid ID proof
  • Other required certificates
• Pay the application fee online through:
  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
  • UPI
  • Net Banking
    (SC/ST/Female candidates may get fee exemption as per UPSC rules.)
• Preview the application form and verify all entered details before final submission.
• Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.

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