- By Sarju Saran Tiwari
- Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:08 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
UPSC NDA NA I 2026 Registration: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA 1 notification on December 10th. The online application link was activated along with the notification. The last date to fill out the application form is December 30, 2025. The application form correction window will be made available after the closing date. A total of 394 vacancies were announced for the exam.
Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply. They must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years of age. The NDA 1 exam dates have been announced. The exam will be held on April 12, 2026.
The NDA application form fee is INR 100, and SC/ST candidates/female candidates/children of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempted from fee payment.
NDA 2026 Exam Calendar: Complete Schedule
| Event | NDA 1 2026 | NDA 2 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | December 10, 2025 | May 20, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | December 10, 2025 | May 20, 2026 |
| Application End Date | December 30, 2025 | June 9, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | To be notified (typically 7 days after application deadline) | To be notified (typically 7 days after application deadline) |
| Admit Card Release Date | Last week of March 2026 | First week of September 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | April 12, 2026 (Sunday) | September 13, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Written Result Declaration | Expected by April 26, 2026 | Expected by the last week of September 2026 |
| SSB Interview Period | May-June 2026 | October 2026 |
| Final Result | To be announced | To be announced |
NDA & NA 2026 Vacancy:
A total of 394 vacancies are announced across Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy for male and female candidates.
| Academy / Service | Branch / Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDA – Army | — | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| NDA – Navy | — | 37 | 5 | 42 |
| NDA – Air Force | Flying | 90 | 2 | 92 |
| NDA – Air Force | Ground Duties (Tech) | 16 | 2 | 18 |
| NDA – Air Force | Ground Duties (Non-Tech) | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | Executive Branch | 21 | 3 | 24 |
| Total Vacancies | — | 370 | 24 | 394 |
NDA NA 1 Eligibility 2026:
NDA eligibility is fixed by the examination authority. This comprises age, qualification, and physical standards. Candidates must be aged between 16.5 to 19.5 years. Only unmarried candidates can apply for the exam. Those who have passed Class 12 are eligible.
Candidates who are appearing in Class 12 can also fill out the application form. NDA Eligibility is the same for both male and female candidates.
NDA NA 1 2026: Steps To Apply
Step 1: To fill out the UPSC NDA Recruitment 206 application form, first visit the official website, upsconline.nic.in.
Step 2: On the website's home page, click on "Create Account" and register by filling in the required details.
Step 3: After this, complete the form by filling in the other details through login.
Step 4: Candidates should now submit the form by paying the prescribed fee (if applicable).
Step 4: After submitting the form, take a printout and keep it safe.
