UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2026: Online Form Out, Notification & Eligibility Details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026 (Advt. No. 10/2026-NDA-II) on its official website. Candidates looking for a career in the Indian Armed Forces can apply online starting from 20 May 2026. The last date to submit the application form is 09 June 2026.
Please review the detailed information below regarding critical dates, application fees, eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdowns, and the selection process before applying.
UPSC NDA II 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 09 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 June 2026 |
| UPSC NDA II Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Available before the exam |
| Result Declaration | To be updated soon |
Application Fee & Payment Mode
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹ 100/-
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode (Online): Candidates can pay the examination fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
UPSC NDA II 2026: Age Limit & Eligibility
As per the official UPSC examination rules, candidates must fulfill the following age criteria:
- Age Criteria: Candidates must be born not earlier than 01 January 2008 and not later than 01 January 2011 (both dates inclusive).
- Age Relaxation: Extra relaxation is applicable as per the official UPSC Examination 2026 rules.
UPSC NDA II Vacancy Details 2026 (Total: 394 Posts)
| Wing Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Army | 208 |
| Navy | 42 |
| Airforce | 120 |
| Naval Academy (NA) | 24 |
| Total Vacancies | 394 Posts |
Educational Eligibility Criteria
| Post/Wing Name | Education Qualification |
|---|---|
| For Army Wing | Must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 (Intermediate) in any stream from a recognized board in India. |
| For Air Force & Naval Wing | Must have passed or be appearing in 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. |
Mode of Selection
The recruitment process will consist of the following successive stages:
- Written Test (Objective Type)
- SSB Interview / Personality Test
How to Fill UPSC NDA II Online Form 2026
- Interested and eligible candidates must apply online before the deadline on 09 June 2026.
- Use the direct links provided in the "Important Links" section below.
- Alternatively, go to the official website of UPSC to complete the registration and application workflow.
- Ensure all scanned documents, signatures, photos, and ID proofs are uploaded properly before final submission.
Important Links to Apply
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |

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