Upsc Nda Na I

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UPSC NDA NA 1

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13th June 2026

Importance of the Post

The NDA/NA exam, organized by the Union Public Service Commission, is a prestigious gateway for young individuals seeking officer-level careers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. It is recognized for its rigorous selection process and serves as a foundation for leadership roles in the defense sector, offering a respected and rewarding career path in national service.

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UPSC NDA / NA-I 2026 result announced for 404 defence academy posts

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The Union Public Service Commission has released the results for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (NDA/NA-I) for the 2026 cycle. This exam is conducted to select candidates for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and for the Naval Academy. A total of 404 vacancies are available across these prestigious defence institutions. Candidates who have completed their 12th standard are eligible, with specific subject requirements for Navy and Air Force entries. The selection process includes a written examination followed by an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board. The result is published in PDF format and lists the roll numbers of successful candidates. Those who qualify will proceed to the next stage of selection, which involves further assessment and medical examination.

UPSC NDA NA 1 Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Union Public Service Commission.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Eligibility

Other Qualification

Candidates applying for Navy and Air Force positions must have studied Physics and Mathematics in their 12th standard.

Vacancy

Detail

Post Name	Total Post	Post Eligibility
National Defence Academy NDA (Male / Female)National Defence Academy NDA (Male / Female)	208208
NavyNavy	4242	Candidates must have Passed in 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board.Candidates must have Passed in 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board.

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Selection Process

Stages: Name
Written ExamWritten Exam
InterviewInterview
Medical ExaminationMedical Examination
Physical ExaminationPhysical Examination

Name
Written ExamWritten Exam
InterviewInterview
Medical ExaminationMedical Examination
Physical ExaminationPhysical Examination

Application Fees

Category Wise

General	100 Rs/-100 Rs/-
Obc	100 Rs/-100 Rs/-
Sc	0 Rs/-0 Rs/-
St

Important Dates

Applications open	Predicted 10th December 2026Predicted 10th December 2026
Application closes	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 30th December 2026Predicted 30th December 2026
Exam Date

Section	Topics
Mathematics (Paper I)Mathematics (Paper I)	Algebra — sets, relations, complex numbers, quadratic equations, sequences & series, permutations & combinations, binomial theorem; Matrices & determinants; Trigonometry; Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions; Differential calculus; Integral calculus & differential equations; Vector algebra; Statistics & probability.Algebra — sets, relations, complex numbers, quadratic equations, sequences & series, permutations & combinations, binomial theorem; Matrices & determinants; Trigonometry; Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions; Differential calculus; Integral calculus & differential equations; Vector algebra; Statistics & probability.
General Ability Test (Paper II) — EnglishGeneral Ability Test (Paper II) — English	Grammar & usage; Vocabulary; Comprehension passages; Cohesion in extended text; Synonyms & antonyms; Spotting errors; Cloze test; Sentence correction; Para-jumbles; Sentence improvement.Grammar & usage; Vocabulary; Comprehension passages; Cohesion in extended text; Synonyms & antonyms; Spotting errors; Cloze test; Sentence correction; Para-jumbles; Sentence improvement.
General Ability Test (Paper II) — General KnowledgeGeneral Ability Test (Paper II) — General Knowledge	Physics; Chemistry; General Science (Biology); Indian History — freedom movement; Geography of India; Current events; Indian Polity & Constitution. NDA-specific weight on national security and defence affairs.Physics; Chemistry; General Science (Biology); Indian History — freedom movement; Geography of India; Current events; Indian Polity & Constitution. NDA-specific weight on national security and defence affairs.

Question	Answer
When will the UPSC NDA / NA-I Result 2026 be released?When will the UPSC NDA / NA-I Result 2026 be released?	The result is released after the answer key on the official websiteThe result is released after the answer key on the official website
When will the final answer key be released?When will the final answer key be released?	It is released after the objection process is completedIt is released after the objection process is completed
Is login required to download it?Is login required to download it?	No, usually no login is required . It is available as a PDFNo, usually no login is required . It is available as a PDF
Can candidates receive the answer key by post?Can candidates receive the answer key by post?	No, the answer key is available only in online modeNo, the answer key is available only in online mode
What is the official website for UPSC?What is the official website for UPSC?	The official website for UPSC is [Link Provided Below]The official website for UPSC is [Link Provided Below]

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