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

 

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

● 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

RollList | NameList

Download Answer Key

Click Here

Download Admit Card

Click Here

Download Syllabus

Click Here

Sewayojan Tools

Click Here

Official Website

Click Here

● 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.

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