UPSC NDA 2 2026 Notification Out – Apply for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy
The Union Public Service Commission has officially released the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (NDA II) 2026 notification. This is a golden opportunity for students who have completed or are appearing for 12th standard and dream of joining the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force as officers. ✨
NDA is one of India’s most prestigious defence entrance examinations, offering candidates the opportunity to serve the nation with honour, courage, and leadership. 🇮🇳
📌 UPSC NDA 2 2026 Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏛 Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA II 2026 |
| 🇮🇳 Conducting Body | UPSC |
| 📋 Total Vacancies | 394 |
| 🎓 Qualification | 12th Pass / Appearing |
| 💼 Job Type | Defence Government Jobs |
| 🏢 Departments | Indian Army, Navy & Air Force |
| 📍 Job Location | Across India |
| 💰 Salary | Starting from ₹56,100/month |
| 🌐 Application Mode | Online |
| 🌐 Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
📅 UPSC NDA 2 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 📝 Notification Release | 27 May 2026 |
| 🌐 Online Application Starts | 27 May 2026 |
| ⏳ Last Date to Apply | 09 June 2026 |
| 🧾 Admit Card | August 2026 (Expected) |
| ✏️ Written Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| 🎖 SSB Interview | After written exam |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Wing | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 🪖 National Defence Academy – Army Wing | 12th Pass / Appearing |
| ⚓ Naval Academy | 12th with Physics & Mathematics |
| ✈️ Air Force Wing | 12th with Physics & Mathematics |
Age Limit
Candidates should be as per UPSC NDA II 2026 official age criteria mentioned in the notification.
📚 UPSC NDA 2 2026 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| ➗ Mathematics | 300 |
| 🌍 General Ability Test | 600 |
| 🏆 Total | 900 |
General Ability Test Includes:
- 📖 English
- 🧠 General Knowledge
- 🇮🇳 History
- 🌍 Geography
- 🔬 General Science
- Current Affairs
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| Female Candidates | Exempted |
Payment Mode
✅ UPI
✅ Debit Card
✅ Credit Card
✅ Net Banking
📄 Official Advertisement
🔗 Official UPSC NDA II 2026 Notification:
Download UPSC NDA II 2026 Official Advertisement
🔗 Apply Online:
UPSC NDA II 2026 Apply Online
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