Overview
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 for a total of 394 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is June 11, 2026. Job location: All India.
Particulars Details Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Exam Name National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 Course 158th NDA Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) Notification Release Date May 20, 2026 Application Start Date May 20, 2026 Application Last Date June 11, 2026 (extended from June 9, 2026) NDA 2 Exam Date 2026 September 13, 2026 (Sunday) Total Vacancies 394 posts (Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy) Exam Mode Offline (Pen and Paper) Total Marks 900 (Mathematics: 300, GAT: 600) Selection Process Written Exam followed by SSB Interview Official Website upsc.gov.in Important Dates: Candidates preparing for the NDA 2 exam should keep track of the following confirmed dates: Event Date NDA 2 2026 Notification Release May 20, 2026 Application Form Start Date May 20, 2026 Application Form Last Date June 11, 2026 Admit Card Release Date Not Yet Announced (expected in early September 2026) NDA 2 Exam Date September 13, 2026 Answer Key Release Not Yet Announced Result Declaration Not Yet Announced UPSC has not officially confirmed the exact admit card release date at the time of writing. Based on UPSC's usual pattern of releasing NDA admit cards 10 to 14 days before the exam, the NDA 2 2026 admit card is expected in the first or second week of September 2026. Candidates are advised to check upsc.gov.in directly from September 1, 2026 onwards for the confirmed release.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Application Mode | offline |
| Application Start Date | May 20, 2026 |
| Application Last Date | June 11, 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam followed by SSB Interview |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | upsc.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-15 |
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 394 posts (Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy)
Selection Process
Written Exam followed by SSB Interview
Selection for NDA 2 2026 happens in two stages: Written Examination: Mathematics (300 marks) and General Ability Test (600 marks), totalling 900 marks. SSB Interview: Candidates who clear the written exam cut-off are called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, which includes intelligence and personality tests.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: May 20, 2026 | Application Last Date: June 11, 2026 | NDA 2 Exam Date 2026: September 13, 2026 (Sunday) | Notification Release Date: May 20, 2026 | NDA 2 2026 Notification Release: May 20, 2026 | Application Last Date: September 13, 2026
- Notification Release Date: May 20, 2026
- Online Application Start Date: May 20, 2026
- Application Last Date: June 11, 2026
- Examination Date: September 13, 2026 (Sunday)
How to Apply
Send the prescribed application form and required documents to the notified address by June 11, 2026
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Direct link to Check UPSC NDA 2 Exam Date 2026 | https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/TimeTable-NDA-%20NA-Exam-I... (PDF) | Verified (exact match with official_notification_link) |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | admit_card |
| official_website_link | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-15 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-15
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026?
The last date for submitting applications for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 is June 11, 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026?
A total of 394 vacancies have been notified for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the selection process for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026?
The selection procedure involves: Written Exam followed by SSB Interview. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026?
Applications must be submitted offline through the official portal (https://upsc.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.