Job Description
UPSC NDA 1 2026 Recruitment Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026. This is the ultimate gateway for young, unmarried men and women who dream of wearing the uniform and serving the nation as officers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The Commission has announced 394 vacancies for the 157th Course at NDA and the 119th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). Selected candidates will undergo world-class training. The application window is open from 10th December 2025 to 30th December 2025. If you are a 12th-pass student with a passion for defence, this is your call to duty.
Key Highlights of UPSC NDA 1 2026 Exam
• Recruitment Board: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Exam Name: National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026
• Total Vacancies: 394 Posts
• Job Location: All India (Training at Khadakwasla & Ezhimala)
• Application Mode: Online
• Last Date to Apply: 30th December 2025
The NDA exam is conducted twice a year and is one of the most competitive defence exams in India. It offers a direct entry for 12th-standard students to become Class-I Gazetted Officers. The selection process tests not just your academic knowledge but also your personality, intelligence, and physical fitness through the extensive SSB interview.
