The Union Public Service Commission has officially released the UPSC NDA 2 Notification 2026 for admission to the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA). The application process has started through the official portal, and eligible candidates can now apply online for Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy courses.
According to the official notification, the UPSC NDA 2 2026 Exam will be conducted on September 13, 2026, while the last date to submit the online application form is June 9, 2026 till 6 PM. The recruitment drive aims to fill 394 vacancies across various wings of the Indian Armed Forces.
Candidates preparing for the defence entrance examinations are advised to complete the UPSC NDA 2 Application Form 2026 early because exam centres will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. The commission has also introduced strict face authentication and online verification measures for the examination process this year.
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UPSC NDA 2 Notification 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA Examination II 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Notification Release Date | May 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 9, 2026 |
| NDA 2 Exam Date 2026 | September 13, 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Courses Commencing | July 1, 2027 |
UPSC NDA 2 Vacancy 2026 Details
The official UPSC NDA 2 2026 notification states that a total of 394 vacancies will be filled through this examination. These include vacancies for both male and female candidates in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy branches.
| Academy | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Army Wing | 208 |
| Navy Wing | 42 |
| Air Force Flying | 92 |
| Air Force Ground Duty (Tech) | 18 |
| Air Force Ground Duty (Non-Tech) | 10 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | 24 |
| Total | 394 |
The notification further mentions that the number of vacancies is provisional and may change depending on training capacity and administrative requirements. Separate merit lists will also be prepared for male and female candidates.
UPSC NDA 2 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for the UPSC NDA 2 Exam 2026 must satisfy the nationality, age limit, marital status, educational qualification, and physical fitness conditions mentioned in the notification.
For NDA 2 2026 age limit, only unmarried male and female candidates born not earlier than January 1, 2008, and not later than January 1, 2011 are eligible to apply.
For educational qualification:
- Army Wing candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination.
- Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Candidates appearing in Class 12 examinations are also eligible to apply.
The commission has clarified that candidates studying in Class 11 are not eligible for the examination.
UPSC NDA 2 Application Form 2026 Process
The UPSC NDA 2 online form 2026 must be submitted through the official portal at upsconline.nic.in. The application system includes Universal Registration Number (URN), Common Application Form (CAF), and Examination Specific Module.
Candidates will need:
- Aadhaar card or valid photo ID
- Live photograph capture during registration
- Scanned signatures
- Educational and personal details
- Online payment details
The commission has stated that no correction facility or withdrawal option will be available after final submission of the application form.
How to Apply for UPSC NDA 2 2026
- Visit the official UPSC online portal.
- Complete the One Time Registration or URN process.
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Upload photograph, live image, and signatures.
- Select exam centre and service preferences.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Candidates are advised to apply early because several examination centres will have limited capacity allocation.
NDA 2 2026 Selection Process
The UPSC NDA 2 selection process includes:
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
- Psychological Aptitude Test
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
The Services Selection Board process includes two stages consisting of Officer Intelligence Rating, PP&DT, psychological tests, group tasks, and interview rounds.
Candidates opting for the Air Force Flying Branch must also qualify for the Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS).
