
| Name of Post: | UPSC NDA I 2026 Examination Results and Recruitment Details |
| Post Date / Update: | 13 May 2026 | 05:20 PM |
| Short Info: | The 2026 UPSC National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) I recruitment process in India. It highlights a total of 394 available positions across various military branches, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force, specifically for candidates aged between 16.5 and 19.5 years. The source provides a comprehensive timeline of critical dates, such as the application window in December 2025 and the subsequent examination held in April 2026. Furthermore, it specifies the educational requirements and application fees, noting that female applicants and certain categories are exempt from payment. Potential recruits can also find guidance on how to access official documentation, download hall tickets, and view final examination results through the Sarkari Sewayojan portal. This overview serves as a functional guide for aspiring defence personnel to navigate the multi-stage selection procedure effectively. |
Union
Public Service Commission
UPSC NDA & NA I Recruitment 2026
UPSC NDA I Advt No. 03/2026 : Short Details of Notification
Sarkari Sewayojan WWW.SARKARISEWAYOJAN.COM
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UPSC NDA and NA I
Exam 2026 Result Details
The
Union Public Service Commission has
announced the results for the first National Defence Academy and Naval Academy
exam of 2026. This recruitment drive is aimed at selecting young candidates for
various wings of the Indian Armed Forces.
Post and Organization
Information
|
Category |
Information |
|
Name of the Post |
UPSC NDA & NA I 2026 |
|
Conducting Body |
Union
Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|
Notification Number |
03/2026 |
●
The official name of this recruitment is the UPSC NDA and NA I Exam 2026. ● The
organization in charge of this process is the Union Public Service Commission.
● This specific recruitment follows the advertisement number 03/2026.
Key Dates for
Candidates
|
Event |
Important Date |
|
Application Start Date |
10
December 2025 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
30 December 2025 |
|
Exam Date |
12
April 2026 |
|
Result Release Date |
13
May 2026 |
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Students started filling out their online forms on 10 December 2025. ● The
final day to submit the application and pay the fee was 30 December 2025. ● The
written test was conducted across the country on 12 April 2026. ● Candidates
could download their hall tickets starting from 02 April 2026. ● The official
answer key was made available on 16 April 2026. ● The final results were
declared and updated on 13 May 2026.
Application Fees
|
Candidate Category |
Fee Amount |
|
General / OBC / EWS |
₹100 |
|
SC / ST |
₹0
(Exempted) |
|
Female Candidates |
₹0
(Exempted) |
●
Male candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories had to pay a fee of
100 Rupees. ● Students belonging to SC and ST categories did not have to pay
any fee. ● All female applicants were exempted from paying the application
charges. ● Payments could be made using net banking, credit cards, or debit
cards. ● There was also an option to pay the fee through a cash challan.
Age Requirements
|
Age Factor |
Requirement |
|
Minimum Age |
16.5
Years |
|
Maximum Age |
19.5
Years |
|
Earliest Birth Date |
01
July 2007 |
|
Latest Birth Date |
01
July 2010 |
●
The minimum age allowed for this exam is 16 and a half years. ● The maximum age
limit is set at 19 and a half years. ● Only candidates born between 01 July
2007 and 01 July 2010 are eligible. ● Candidates must be unmarried to apply for
these positions. ● Extra age relaxation is provided based on the specific UPSC
recruitment rules.
Vacancy and
Eligibility Details
Total Seats: 394
|
Wing Name |
Male Seats |
Female Seats |
Education Required |
|
Army |
198 |
10 |
12th
Pass (Any Stream) |
|
Navy |
37 |
05 |
12th
Pass (Physics & Maths) |
|
Air Force (Flying) |
90 |
02 |
12th
Pass (Physics & Maths) |
|
AF (Ground Tech) |
16 |
02 |
12th
Pass (Physics & Maths) |
|
AF (Non-Tech) |
08 |
02 |
12th
Pass (Physics & Maths) |
|
Naval Academy |
21 |
03 |
12th
Pass (Physics & Maths) |
●
There are 208 total spots available for the Army wing. ● To join the Army, you
only need to pass the 12th class from any recognized board. ● The Navy has 42
open positions for both men and women. ● For the Navy and Air Force, you must
have studied Physics and Mathematics in the 12th grade. ● The Air Force has
several branches including Flying, Ground Duty Tech, and Non-Tech. ● The Naval
Academy specifically offers 24 seats for male and female candidates.
Selection and
Download Process
|
Step |
Action |
|
Step 1 |
Visit
official result links |
|
Step 2 |
Choose
Roll Number or Name wise list |
|
Step 3 |
Search
for your details in the PDF |
|
Step 4 |
Print
the result for future use |
●
Candidates who took the exam can now check their results online. ● You can look
for your result using your Name or your Roll Number. ● It is important to
download the official PDF to verify your selection. ● Make sure to keep a
printed copy of your result for the next stages of selection. ● Candidates are
also encouraged to check the official answer keys to review their performance.
Important Links
|
Link Description |
Access Link |
|
Download
Result |
|
|
Download
Answer Key |
|
|
Download
Admit Card |
|
|
Download
Syllabus |
|
|
Sewayojan Tools |
|
|
Official
Website |
●
Use the "Download Result"
link to see the list of successful candidates. ● The "Download Syllabus" link provides the full exam pattern and
topics. ● Candidates can visit the "Official
Website" for the most reliable and latest updates. ● Video guides are available
for those who need help downloading their documents. ● You can join social
media channels like Telegram or WhatsApp for instant alerts.
5 Questions and
Answers
Q. What is the total number of
vacancies for the UPSC NDA I 2026 exam?
There are a total of 394 vacancies
distributed across the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings.
Q. Is there any application fee for
female candidates?
No, female candidates are not
required to pay any application fee for this recruitment.
Q. Can a student with an Arts
background join the Indian Navy through NDA?
No, to join the Navy or Air Force
wings, a candidate must have passed the 12th standard with Physics and
Mathematics.
Q. What is the age range required
for this examination?
Candidates must be between 16.5 and
19.5 years old, specifically born between July 1, 2007, and July 1, 2010.
Q. How can I check my result if I
forgot my Roll Number?
You can check your result using the
"Name Wise" result link provided on the official portal.