UPSC NDA and Naval Academy Exam (II) 2026 - Apply Now

Are You Eligible? Quick Check

To apply for UPSC NDA and Naval Academy Exam (II) 2026, you need to:

• Have passed 12th class (10+2 pattern)
• Be born between 1st January 2008 and 1st January 2011
• Be an Indian citizen
• For Air Force and Navy: Physics, Chemistry, and Maths in 12th

If you match these points, you can apply. Read below for complete details.

What Is This Exam About?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is holding the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II) in 2026. This exam is your path to become an officer in the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force.

If you clear this exam, you will join the NDA for 3 years of training. After that, you will train for 1 more year at IMA (for Army), Naval Academy (for Navy), or AFA Hyderabad (for Air Force).

How Many Jobs Are Available?

There are 394 vacancies in total:

Who Can Apply?

Age Requirement

You must be born between 1st January 2008 and 1st January 2011. This means you should be between 15 and 18 years old at the time of applying.

Educational Qualification

For Army: You need to have passed 12th class from any recognized State Education Board or University.

For Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy: You need 12th class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects.

Citizenship

You must be an Indian citizen.

Important Dates

Check the official website for the application start date and last date to apply.

Application Fee

Check the official notification for the application fee amount. The fee details will be available when applications open.

How to Apply

UPSC will accept online applications only. Here's what you need to do:

• Visit the official UPSC website
• Find the notification for NDA & NA Exam (II) 2026 (Advertisement No. 10/2026-NDA-II)
• Click on the apply link
• Fill in your details carefully
• Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.)
• Pay the application fee
• Submit and save your application receipt

Keep your application receipt safe. You will need it during the exam.

What Documents You Need

You will need a recent passport-size photo and your signature. Have these ready before you start applying.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on your written exam performance and medical fitness. After passing the written exam, you will go through physical tests and a medical check-up.

Important Links

Check the official UPSC website for the complete notification, detailed instructions, and the application portal. All official information will be there.

Final Tips

Read the full notification carefully before applying. Make sure you meet all eligibility requirements. Fill your form correctly and submit it before the deadline. Keep copies of everything you submit.

This is a national-level exam, so prepare well. Start your studies early and practice previous year question papers.