NDA 2026 Notification OUT @upsc.gov.in- Live Updates on NDA 1 Apply Online Link, Vacancy & Exam Dates
UPSC NDA 1 2026 notification was released on December 10. Along with the notification, the apply online link was also activated. The last date to fill the registration form is Dec 30. Check here NDA 1 notification 2026 live updates.
Union Public Service Commission released NDA 1 notification on December 10. The apply online link was activated along with the notification. The last date to fill the application form is December 30. The application form correction window will be made available after the closing of the same. A total of 394 vacancies were announced for the exam.
NDA application form fees are INR 100 and SC/ST candidates/female candidates / Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempted from fee payment.
Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply. They should be between 16.5 to 19.5 years. NDA 1 exam dates have been announced. The exam will be held on April 12. Check below NDA 1 notification 2026 live updates.
Download here NDA 1 2026 notification PDF
Click here to apply-https://upsconline.nic.in/login
How to fill NDA 1 Application Form?
The process to fill UPSC NDA & NA 1 online form is given below.
- Click on the ‘NDA 1 apply online’ link
- Crete the One Time Registration ID
- Login with the required details
- Fill the detailed application form
- Pay the application fees
- Submit the form
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LIVE UPDATE
NDA 1 Notification 2026 LIVE Updates
- 5:12 AM IST• 11 Dec 2025
What is the cut off age for NDA 1 2026 exam?
Only unmarried male/female candidates born not earlier than 01st Jul 2007 and not later than 01st July 2010 are eligible.
- 1:27 AM IST• 11 Dec 2025
I am unable to pay the NDA application fees. What to do?
NDA application fee can be paid online only. In case there are any issues, candidates must inform the exam body.
- 1:05 AM IST• 11 Dec 2025
How many NDA 1 vacancies 2026 were announced for Army branch?
Total 208 vacancies were announced for NDA 1 2026 exam for Army. Out of these, 10 are for women candidates.
- 12:03 AM IST• 11 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 PDF Live: Check this year's vacancies
Check NDA 1 vacancies 2026 below.
Academy Wings No. of Vacancies NDA
Army
208 (including 10 for female candidates)
Navy
42 (including 05 for female candidates) (All Executive Branch)
Air Force
(i) Flying –92 (including 02 for female candidates)
(ii) Ground Duties (Tech) –18 (including 02 for female candidates)
(iii) Ground Duties (Non Tech) –10 (including 02 for female candidates)Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme)
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24 (including 03 for female candidates) (All Executive Branch)
Total
394
- 11:40 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
Is Physics and Maths mandatory for NDA exam?
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics are necessary for Air Force and Naval Academy of NDA and INAC.
- 11:37 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 2026 notification released for 394 vacancies!
NDA 1 2026 notification released for 394 vacancies. Candidates must check the notification carefully before applying.
- 10:31 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live Updates: How many candidates appear for the exam?
A total of 2.4 lakh candidates appear for the exam. Candidates are selected based on written and ssb.
- 9:03 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
UPSC NDA I 2026 Notification Live: What is the duration of the exam?
Each paper of NDA is held for 2 ½ hours. It is conducted offline.
- 8:02 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA I Application Form 2026 Live Updates: What is the last date to fill the online form?
The last date to fill NDA 1 application form 2026 is December 30. Only online applications are accepted for the exam.
- 7:00 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification Live Updates: How many candidates apply for the exam?
Around 5.3 lakh candidates apply for NDA exam. Eligibility is same for male and female candidates.
- 6:13 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA I Notification Live Updates: What is the selection process?
NDA selection process comprises written exam and SSB Interview. Selection is done based on both the stages.
- 5:57 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live Updates: What are the qualifying marks?
The qualifying marks for NDA exam are 25 per cent. They need to secure the same in all the subjects.
- 4:49 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 2026 Notification Live Updates: Check Last Year Cutoff
NDA 1 2025 cutoff is given below.
Name of the Wing Minimum qualifying standard at the written stage(out of 900 marks) Marks secured by last recommended candidate at Final Stage(out of 1800 marks) Army, Air Force, Indian Navy and Indian Naval Academy Courses
334 (With at least
25% marks in
each subject)699
- 4:15 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
I am able to access the NDA 1 application page. What to do?
In case candidates are unable to access the NDA application page, they should wait for some time then try applying.
- 3:37 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
UPSC NDA & NA Notification Releasing Shortly!
UPSC is expected to release NDA 1 notrification shortly. Keep visiting our site.
- 2:49 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA I Notification Live: Is it is necessary to register before applying?
It is necessary to create the login before applying for the NDA exam. Without registration, candidates cannot fill the online form.
- 2:02 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
UPSC NDA & NA I Notification Live Updates: What is the stipend given to candidates?
The stipend given to Gentlemen Cadets during the entire duration of training in Service academies i.e. during training period at IMA is INR 56,100 for NDA exam.
- 12:55 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
Can I edit the details entered in NDA application form?
Candidates can edit NDA application form within the given deadline. They can edit certain details.
- 12:20 PM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live Updates: Do I need to submit the hard copy of the application form?
Candidates are not required to send the hard copy of NDA application form. They need to apply online only.
- 11:17 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
What is NDA Eligibility for Women Candidates?
NDA Eligibility for women candidates is same as their male counterparts. The age is 16.5 to 19.5 years. Candidates must have passed Class 12.
- 10:46 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
UPSC NDA Notification Live Updates: Are the vacancies released along with the notification?
NDA I vacancies 2026 are released along with the notification. Separate vacancies are announced for women candidates.
- 10:35 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live Updates: Notification Releases Shortly
NDA 1 notification 2026 will be released shortly. The apply online link will also be activated along with the notification.
- 10:09 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
Why NDA exam is conducted?
NDA notification is released for admission of eligible candidates to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy Course.
- 8:01 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
How the test cities of NDA allotted to candidates?
Allotment of NDA centres is done on the first-apply-firstallot basis and once the capacity of a particular centre is attained, the same is frozen.
- 6:01 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live Updates: In how many cities the exam will be held?
NDA exam is conducted across multiple test centres in more than 70 cities.
- 4:12 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
How many times NDA exam is conducted?
NDA exam is conducted twice a year. The notification for NDA 1 is released in December. The same is released in May.
- 2:03 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live: How to edit the application form?
The process to edit the NDA application form is given below.
- Log in using your Mobile and OTP or URN ID and Password Or Email and Password
- Navigate to the ‘Examination’ tab in the navigation bar, then proceed to the ‘Edit
- Examination Application’ section
- Make the required changes
- Review the form carefully before resubmitting
- Submit the updated form
- 12:00 AM IST• 10 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Application Form 2026 Live: What should be the size of the photo & sign?
The photograph and signature for NDA application form should be in jpg form. The size of the file must not be less than 20 KB.
- 11:10 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
UPSC NDA & NA I Notification 2026 Live: How can I pay the application fees?
NDA application fees can be paid online only. There is no facility to the pay fees offline.
- 10:15 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 Live Updates: Check details mentioned in the notification?
NDA notification is released in PDF and comprises details related to the exam. Candidates must read the notification carefully before applying.
- 9:15 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
What is the educational qualification for NDA 1 exam?
NDA 1 qualification is given below.
Academy Educational Qualification Army Wing of National Defence Academy Passed Class 12/HSC or equivalent from a recognised board or university Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy of National Defence Academy Passed Class 12/HSC with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics - 8:03 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
NDA 1 2026 Notification Live Updates: What should be the age?
Candidates between 16.5 to 19.5 years can apply for the exam. Relaxation is given to certain categories.
- 7:11 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
UPSC NDA I Notification 2026 Live Updates: Check Application Fees
NDA application form fees are INR 100 and SC/ST candidates/female candidates / Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempted from fee payment.
- 6:04 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
What is NDA 2026 exam date?
NDA 1 2026 exam will be conducted on April 12. The total marks allotted to the test are 900.
- 5:53 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
How many NDA 1 2026 vacancies are expected to be announced?
Candidates can expect around 400 vacancies for NDA 1 2026 exam. Last year, a total of 406 vacancies were announced.
- 5:47 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
NDA 1 2026 Application Form Live Updates: Check Application Dates
NDA 1 application form 2026 will be released tomorrow. The last date of application is December 30.
- 5:45 PM IST• 9 Dec 2025
NDA 1 Notification 2026 LIVE Updates: When notification will be released?
UPSC NDA 1 2026 notification will be released tomorrow. The notification is made available in PDF form.
NDA exam is conducted across multiple test centres in more than 70 cities. The exam is conducted in two shifts-morning and afternoon. Candidates are required to appear in both shifts. The details regarding the NDA exam centre are mentioned on the admit card. There is a ceiling on the number of candidates allotted to each of the centres except Chennai, Dispur, Kolkata and Nagpur. Allotment of NDA centres is done on the first-apply-firstallot basis and once the capacity of a particular centre is attained, the same is frozen. Applicants who cannot get a centre of their choice due to ceiling, are required to choose a NDA exam centre from the remaining ones. Applicants should apply early so that they get their preferred exam centre.
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NDA exam dates 2026 ere announced through the annual calendar. NDA 1 exam will be held on April 12. The exam for UPSC NDA II will be held on September 13. Candidates can apply for both the sessions. The total marks allotted to the test are 900.