The Union Public Service Commission has released the official notification for UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 10/2026- NDA-II on its official website. The recruitment is conducted for admission to the National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Examination II 2026. The online application process has started from 20 May 2026 and candidates can apply till 09 June 2026. Candidates applying for the examination must be born not earlier than 01 January 2008 and not later than 01 January 2011. Applicants are advised to carefully check all eligibility details, educational qualifications, and examination instructions before submitting the online application form.
About Recruitment
The UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026 is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for admission to the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA). Through this examination, eligible candidates can join the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force wings after qualifying the written exam and SSB interview process.
NDA & ND Recruitment 2026 : Short Details
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Update Soon |
Eligibility Criteria :
Educational Qualification
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For Army Wing
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 (Intermediate) examination in any stream from a recognized board in India.
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For Air Force & Naval Wing
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) subjects from a recognized board.
Age Limit :
For UPSC NDA II Examination 2026, candidates must have been born between 01 January 2008 and 01 January 2011 ( inclusive) any applicable age relaxation will be provided according to official UPSC rules.
Application Fee :
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/PH/FEMALE | Rs. 0/- |
Vacancy details :
Post Name : Various Post
No. of Post : 394 posts
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|
Army |
208 |
|
Navy |
42 |
|
Airforce |
120 |
|
Naval Academy |
24 |
How to Apply Online :
- Interested candidates who wish to apply for the UPSC post can submit their application online on or before 09 June 2026.
- Applicants can use the “Click Here” link provided below in the Important Links section to apply directly.
- Candidates are advised to complete and submit the application form well before the deadline, i.e, 09 June 2026 to avoid last minute technical issues.
Selection Process :
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026?
Ans: It is a recruitment examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for admission to the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA).
2. When did the UPSC NDA II 2026 application process start?
Ans: The online application process started on 20 May 2026.
3. What is the last date to apply for NDA II Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form is 09 June 2026.
4. What is the age limit for UPSC NDA II Examination 2026?
Ans: Candidates must be born between 01 January 2008 and 01 January 2011 (both dates inclusive).
5. What qualification is required for NDA Army Wing?
Ans: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 12th (any stream) from a recognized board.
6.What qualification is required for Air Force & Naval Wing?
Ans: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) subjects.
7. What is the selection process for UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Selection includes Written Examination, SSB Interview, and Medical Examination.
8. Can female candidates apply for NDA II 2026?
Ans: Yes, eligible male and female candidates can apply as per UPSC rules.
9. What is the mode of NDA II Examination?
Ans: The NDA examination is conducted in offline mode (pen and paper based).
10. How can I apply for UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website.
11. Is there negative marking in NDA Exam?
Ans: Yes, negative marking is applicable in the written examination.
12.What documents are required during application?
Ans: Candidates may need photograph, signature, educational certificates, ID proof, and category certificate (if applicable).
