Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026 notification for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply online for admission into the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy. The NDA II examination is one of the most prestigious defence entrance examinations in India and provides an opportunity to become an officer in the Indian Armed Forces. Candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, exam pattern and syllabus before applying online.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026 |
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National Defence Academy & Naval AcademyTotal Vacancy: 394 Posts |
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UPSC NDA II Eligibility Criteria 2026 |
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| Army Wing of NDA | Passed or Appearing Class 12 Examination from Recognized Board. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Air Force & Naval Wings of NDA | Passed or Appearing Class 12 Examination with Physics and Mathematics. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | Passed or Appearing Class 12 Examination with Physics and Mathematics. | ||||||||||||||||||||
UPSC NDA II Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| Paper | Marks / Duration | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Mathematics | 300 Marks / 2.5 Hours | ||||||||||||||||||||
| General Ability Test (GAT) | 600 Marks / 2.5 Hours | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Marks | 900 Marks | ||||||||||||||||||||
| SSB Interview | 900 Marks | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Negative Marking | 1/3 Marks Deducted for Wrong Answer | ||||||||||||||||||||
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How to Apply for UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026? |
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Note: Candidates must verify all information carefully before final submission of application form. |
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FAQs
1: What is UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026?
Answer: UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026 is conducted for admission into the Army, Navy and Air Force Wings of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy.
2: What is the UPSC NDA II Exam Date 2026?
Answer: UPSC NDA II Examination 2026 will be conducted on 13 September 2026.
3: What is the qualification required for NDA II 2026?
Answer: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 examination. For Air Force, Navy and Naval Academy, Physics and Mathematics are required.
4: How many vacancies are available in UPSC NDA II 2026?
Answer: A total of 394 vacancies have been announced for NDA II 2026.
