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UPSC NDA / NA-I Final Result 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the final result of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination I 2026 on 05 November 2026. Candidates who appeared in the examination and completed the subsequent selection process can check the final result through the official UPSC website.

This recruitment examination was conducted for admission to the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy, with a total of 394 vacancies. The written examination was held on 12 April 2026, followed by the further selection process.

Candidates should check the final result carefully and follow the instructions provided by UPSC regarding the next steps.

UPSC NDA NA-I Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars Details
Organization Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination Name NDA & NA Examination I 2026
Academy National Defence Academy / Naval Academy
Total Vacancies 394
Examination Date 12 April 2026
Written Exam Result 08 May 2026
Final Result Date 05 November 2026
Result Status Available
Selection Process Written Exam, Interview and Medical Examination
Official Website https://upsc.gov.in/

Important Dates

Event Date
Online Application Start Date 10 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online 30 December 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment 30 December 2025
Written Examination 12 April 2026
Admit Card Available
Answer Key 16 April 2026
Written Exam Result 08 May 2026
Final Result 05 November 2026

Candidates should confirm the latest result information and any further instructions through the official UPSC website.

Application Fee

Category Application Fee
General / OBC ₹100
SC / ST ₹0
All Female Candidates ₹0

The application fee was payable through online payment methods, including:

  • Debit Card

  • Credit Card

  • Internet Banking

  • IMPS

  • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

UPSC NDA / NA-I Age Limit 2026

The date-of-birth range provided for this examination is:

Criteria Date
Eligible Date of Birth From 02 July 2007
Eligible Date of Birth To 01 July 2010

Candidates must satisfy the prescribed date-of-birth conditions according to the UPSC NDA / NA-I Examination 2026 rules. Age relaxation, wherever applicable, is governed by the official examination regulations.

UPSC NDA / NA-I Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 394 vacancies have been announced for admission to the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy.

Academy / Wing Post Name Vacancies
National Defence Academy Army (Male / Female) 208
National Defence Academy Navy 42
National Defence Academy Air Force 120
Naval Academy 10+2 Cadet Entry (Male Only) 24
Total   394

UPSC NDA / NA-I Educational Qualification

The educational qualification varies according to the academy and wing selected by candidates.

1. Army Wing – NDA

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized board.

2. Navy Wing – NDA

Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from a recognized board.

3. Air Force Wing – NDA

Candidates applying for the Air Force wing must meet the prescribed 10+2 educational requirements. The exact subject requirements should be checked in the official UPSC notification.

4. Naval Academy – 10+2 Cadet Entry

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification prescribed for the Naval Academy 10+2 Cadet Entry scheme. Refer to the official notification for the complete subject and eligibility conditions.

UPSC NDA / NA-I Selection Process 2026

The selection process for NDA and NA-I recruitment includes the following stages:

  1. Written Examination: Candidates appear in the UPSC written examination.

  2. Interview / SSB: Candidates qualifying in the written examination proceed to the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview process.

  3. Medical Examination: Candidates undergo the prescribed medical assessment.

  4. Physical Standards: Candidates must satisfy the applicable physical and medical fitness requirements.

Final admission is subject to the prescribed selection rules, merit position, eligibility and medical fitness.

How to Check UPSC NDA / NA-I Final Result 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to check their final result:

  1. Visit the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in/.

  2. Open the Examinations or What's New section.

  3. Find the NDA and NA-I Examination 2026 Final Result notice.

  4. Click the result link.

  5. Open the available result PDF.

  6. Search for your roll number or name in the list.

  7. Download and save the result for future reference.

Candidates should read the official result notice for further instructions regarding admission and other formalities.

Important Links

Link Description Link
UPSC NDA / NA-I Final Result 2026 Check Official Website
UPSC NDA Written Result Check UPSC Website
UPSC NDA / NA-I Admit Card Check UPSC Website
Official Notification Check UPSC Website
UPSC Official Website https://upsc.gov.in/

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Has the UPSC NDA / NA-I Final Result 2026 been released?

Yes, the UPSC NDA and Naval Academy Examination I 2026 final result is reported available from 05 November 2026. Candidates can check the result through the official UPSC website.

2. When was the UPSC NDA / NA-I written examination conducted?

The written examination was conducted on 12 April 2026. The written examination result was released on 08 May 2026.

3. How many vacancies are available in UPSC NDA / NA-I 2026?

There are 394 vacancies in total. These include 208 Army, 42 Navy, 120 Air Force and 24 Naval Academy vacancies.

4. What is the age limit for UPSC NDA / NA-I Examination 2026?

The eligible date-of-birth range provided is 02 July 2007 to 01 July 2010. Candidates should verify their eligibility using the exact date-of-birth conditions in the official notification.

5. What is the educational qualification for NDA Army Wing?

Candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board. The Navy and Air Force wings have additional subject requirements.

6. What is the application fee for UPSC NDA / NA-I 2026?

The application fee was ₹100 for General and OBC candidates. SC, ST and all female candidates were exempted from the fee.

7. What is the selection process for UPSC NDA / NA-I?

The selection process includes a written examination, SSB interview, medical examination and applicable physical fitness requirements.

8. Where can candidates check the UPSC NDA / NA-I Final Result?

Candidates can visit the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in/ and find the NDA and NA-I Examination I 2026 final result notice.

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