UPSC NDA Recruitment 2026: Total 394 posts for Army, Navy & Air Force. Apply online at upsconline.nic.in. Last date to apply is 30 December 2025
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for NDA & NA Examination (I) 2026 for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings. A total of 394 vacancies have been announced for the National Defence Academy (157th Course) and Indian Naval Academy (119th INAC). Eligible unmarried male and female candidates can apply online till 30 December 2025. The written exam will be held on 12 April 2026.
UPSC NDA Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | Examination Notice No. 3/2026-NDA-I nda |
| Total Posts | 394 |
| Post Name | NDA & NA (Army, Navy, Air Force) |
| Job Opening Date | 10 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 December 2025 (till 6 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
Post Details
| Post / Wing | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDA – Army | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| NDA – Navy (Executive) | 37 | 5 | 42 |
| NDA – Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 2 | 92 |
| NDA – Air Force (Tech) | 16 | 2 | 18 |
| NDA – Air Force (Non-Tech) | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| Naval Academy – 10+2 Cadet Entry (Executive) | 21 | 3 | 24 |
| Grand Total | 370 | 24 | 394 |
(Information as per the official vacancy table)
Eligibility, Education Qualification & Experience
Nationality
Candidate must be:
- Citizen of India OR
- Subject of Nepal OR
- Person of Indian origin migrated from approved countries with intention of permanent settlement
Age Limit
- Born not earlier than 01 July 2007 and not later than 01 July 2010.
- Only unmarried male/female candidates are eligible
Educational Qualification
- Army Wing (NDA): 12th pass (10+2 pattern).
- Air Force, Naval Wing & 10+2 Cadet Entry: 12th Pass with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics.
- Candidates appearing in Class 12 exam may also apply. nda
Experience
- No prior experience required.
Physical Standards
- Must meet physical standards given in Appendix-III of notification
Age Limit
| Category | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Born on/after 01 July 2007 |
| Maximum Age | Born before 01 July 2010 |
| Age Relaxation | No relaxation for NDA |
(Exact age rule as per official notification)
Salary
Though not given in the provided notification, NDA cadets generally receive:
- Stipend during training: ₹56,100 per month (as per standard govt norms).
- After commissioning in Defence Services → Pay Level-10.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Female | Exempted |
| Wards of JCOs/ORs studying in Sainik/Military schools | Exempted |
(As per official fee rules)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 December 2025 |
| Application Start | 10 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 December 2025 (6 PM) |
| Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
| SSB Interview | June–July 2026 (Tentative) |
Selection Process & Syllabus
Selection Stages
- Written Examination (900 Marks)
- Mathematics: 300 Marks
- General Ability Test: 600 Marks
- SSB Interview (900 Marks)
- Stage I: OIR + PP&DT
- Stage II: Interview, GTO Tasks, Psychology
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
(Details as per notification)
Syllabus (Brief)
- Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Matrices, Vectors, Statistics, Probability
- GAT: English + GK (Physics, Chemistry, History, Geography, Current Affairs)
How to Apply
- Visit upsconline.nic.in
- Complete Account Creation and generate URN
- Fill Universal Registration (URN) Profile
- Fill Common Application Form (CAF) with live photo capture
- Upload required documents
- Fill Exam-Specific Form (Center, Preferences, Fee)
- Submit online form
- Take print of the application form
(Applying only through online mode is allowed)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | upsconline.nic.in |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official website. Read the notification carefully before filling the form. Keep your documents, photo ID and details ready to avoid mistakes
