UPSC NDA NA I Exam Notification 2026 - Apply Online for 394 Posts
UPSC NDA I Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 394 Posts
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UPSC NDA I Recruitment 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the NDA & NA (I) Examination 2026 under Examination Notice No. 3/2026-NDA-I, dated 10 December 2025. This exam will be conducted for admission to the Army, Navy & Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy (157th Course) and the 119th Indian Naval Academy Course, commencing from 1 January 2027. The online application process has started, and eligible candidates can apply through the official UPSC website.
The NDA exam is one of India’s most prestigious defence entrance examinations, giving candidates an opportunity to join the armed forces as officers. The application window will remain open until 30 December 2025 (6:00 PM). Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria regarding age, education and physical standards before applying. The written exam will be held offline on 12 April 2026 across various examination centres in India.
Job Summary:
Details | Information |
Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Examination Name | NDA & NA (I) 2026 |
Notification No. | 3/2026-NDA-I |
Courses | NDA 157th & NA 119th Course |
Mode of Application | Online |
Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
Training Start | 1 January 2027 |
Academy/Service | Male | Female | Total |
National Defence Academy - Army (157th Course commencing January 2027) | 198 | 10 | 208 |
National Defence Academy - Navy (All Executive Branch) | 37 | 05 | 42 |
National Defence Academy - Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 02 | 92 |
National Defence Academy - Air Force (Ground Duties - Technical) | 16 | 02 | 18 |
National Defence Academy - Air Force (Ground Duties - Non Technical) | 08 | 02 | 10 |
Naval Academy - 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme (119th INAC, All Executive Branch) | 21 | 03 | 24 |
Total | 370 | 24 | 394 |
Educational Qualification and other details:
- For Army Wing of NDA: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University
- For Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA and for 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at Indian Naval Academy: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent
- Candidates appearing in the 12th Class under 10+2 pattern can also apply
- Such candidates must submit proof of passing by 10th December 2026
- Important: Candidates appearing in 11th class are NOT eligible
Please read Official Notification for Educational Qualification details.
Nationality:
- Citizen of India, OR
- Subject of Nepal, OR
- Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African Countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) or Vietnam with intention of permanent settlement in India
- Certificate of eligibility required for categories (ii) and (iii) except Gorkha subjects of Nepal
Marital Status:
- Candidates must be UNMARRIED (both male and female)
- Male divorcee/widower candidates cannot be treated as unmarried and are not eligible
- Candidates must undertake not to marry until completion of full training
- Marriage subsequent to application date will lead to disqualification
- Marriage during training will result in discharge and liability to refund all expenditure
Age Limit:
Only unmarried male/female candidates born not earlier than 01st Jul 2007 and not later than 01st July 2010 are eligible.
(Please read Official Notification carefully for age relaxation)
Salary/Stipend
- During Training at NDA (3 years): Fixed stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month (starting pay in Level 10)
- Cost of training including accommodation, books, uniforms, boarding, and medical treatment borne by Government
- Pocket expenses (approximately Rs. 3,000/- per month) to be met by candidates/parents
- Financial assistance of Rs. 2,500/- per month available if parent's income is less than Rs. 45,000/- per month
- Initial Deposit on joining NDA: Rs. 40,376/- (includes pocket allowance, insurance, incidental expenditure)
- After Commissioning as Lieutenant:
- Lieutenant: Pay Level 10 - Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500/- per month
- Captain: Pay Level 10B - Rs. 61,300 - 1,93,900/- per month
- Major: Pay Level 11 - Rs. 69,400 - 2,07,200/- per month
- Lt. Colonel: Pay Level 12A - Rs. 1,21,200 - 2,12,400/- per month
- Colonel: Pay Level 13 - Rs. 1,30,600 - 2,15,900/- per month
- Military Service Pay (MSP): Rs. 15,500/- per month (fixed) from Lieutenant to Brigadier
- Additional Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (as applicable to civilians)
- Dress Allowance: Rs. 20,000/- per year
- Transport Allowance (TPTA): Rs. 7,200/- + DA (higher cities) or Rs. 3,600/- + DA (other places)
- Children Education Allowance: Rs. 2,250/- per month per child (for two eldest children)
- Hostel Subsidy: Rs. 6,750/- per month per child
- Free Ration in kind in peace and field areas
- Field Area Allowances (depending on posting)
- Para Allowance: Rs. 10,500/- per month
- Special Forces Allowance: Rs. 25,000/- per month
- Insurance Coverage:
- During Training: Rs. 15 lakh (one-time premium of Rs. 7,200/-)
- After Commissioning: Rs. 1.25 Crore (monthly subscription of Rs. 12,500/-)
Physical Standards
Height Requirements:
- Male Candidates: Minimum 157 cm
- Female Candidates: Minimum 152 cm
- For Flying Branch: Minimum 162.5 cm (both male and female)
- For Gorkhas and candidates from Hills of North Eastern region, Garhwal, Kumaon: Minimum reduced by 5 cm
- Growth allowance of 2 cm for candidates below 18 years
Weight Requirements:
- Weight should be proportionate to height and age as per prescribed charts
- Minimum and maximum weight limits specified for different height and age groups
- Weights below minimum or above maximum (except for documented body builders/wrestlers) not acceptable
Application Fee
Candidates (excepting SC/ST candidates/female candidates / Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs specified in Note 2 below who are exempted from payment of fee) are required to pay a fee of Rs. 100/- (Rupees one hundred only) by using Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment or by using internet banking of any Bank.
Selection Process
The examination consists of two stages: Written Examination and SSB Interview
Written Examination (Objective Type):
Subject | Duration | Max Marks |
Mathematics (Code 01) | 2½ Hours | 300 |
General Ability Test (Code 02) | 2½ Hours | 600 |
Total |
| 900 |
Note: There will be penalty (Negative Marking) for wrong answers
How to Apply? :
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online official website.
Important Dates:
Event | Date |
Notification Release | 10 December 2025 |
Application Start Date | 10 December 2025 |
Application Last Date | 30 December 2025 (06:00 PM) |
Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
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