Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Examination Notice No. 3/2026-NDA-I for National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Examination I, 2026. Total 394 vacancies for Army, Navy, Air Force wings of NDA (157th Course) and 119th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from 1st January 2027.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)UPSC NDA I Recruitment 2026Advt No –3/2026-NDA-I| Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | 100 |
| SC/ST/Sons of JCOs/ORs | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online/Offline (SBI Challan)
Vacancy Details (394 Posts)
| Academy Wing | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Army Wing (NDA) | 208 |
| Navy Wing (NDA) | 42 |
| Air Force Wing (NDA) | 92 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet) | 52 |
| Total | 394 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Indian Citizen (or specified categories)
Age Limit (as on 1st January 2027):
- 16½ to 19½ years born between 2nd January 2007 and 1st July 2010
Educational Qualification:
| Wing | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Army Wing | 12th Class/equivalent examination |
| Air Force/Navy/NA | 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, Maths |
Marital Status: Unmarried Males & Females
Selection Process
- Written Examination (900 Marks)
- Mathematics: 300 Marks (2½ Hours)
- General Ability Test (GAT): 600 Marks (2½ Hours)
- SSB Interview (900 Marks)
- Medical Examination
Required Documents
- Recent passport size photo
- Signature
- 10th/12th mark sheets
- Photo ID proof
- Category certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply Online UPSC NDA I Recruitment 2026
- Visit UPSC website: upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in
- Click “Online Application” → NDA & NA (I) 2026
- Part-I Registration → Generate Registration ID
- Part-II → Fill details → Upload photo/signature
- Pay fee → Submit → Print application
Important Links:
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Join GovFormhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
FAQs : UPSC NDA I Recruitment 2026
Q1: Total vacancies?
A1: 394 posts across Army, Navy, Air Force & Naval Academy.
Q2: Exam date?
A2: 12 April 2026.
Q3: Age limit?
A3: 16½ to 19½ years (born 2 Jan 2007 – 1 Jul 2010).
Q4: Girls can apply?
A4: Yes, unmarried females eligible for all wings.
Q5: Last date to apply?
A5: 30 December 2025.
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