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UPSC NDA & NA (2027)

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16 Dec 2026
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16 Dec 2026
Application EndAI Forecast
5 Jan 2027
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18 Apr 2027
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22 May 2027
SSB InterviewAI Forecast
25 Jul 2027
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5 Oct 2027
Medical ExaminationAI Forecast
28 Oct 2027
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22 Nov 2027
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15 Dec 2027
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10 Jan 2028
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UPSC NDA & NA (2026)

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Official Notification
10 Dec 2025
Application Start
10 Dec 2025
Application End
30 Dec 2025
Written Exam
12 Apr 2026
Written Result
18 May 2026
SSB Interview
20 Jul 2026
SSB Interview ResultAI Forecast
2 Oct 2026
Medical ExaminationAI Forecast
25 Oct 2026
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20 Nov 2026
Final Merit ListAI Forecast
12 Dec 2026
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UPSC NDA & NA (2025)

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Official Notification
11 Dec 2024
Application Start
11 Dec 2024
Application End
31 Dec 2024
Written Exam
13 Apr 2025
Written Result
20 May 2025
SSB Interview
15 Jul 2025
SSB Interview Result
30 Sept 2025
Medical Examination
20 Oct 2025
Medical Result
15 Nov 2025
Final Merit List
10 Dec 2025
Final Appointment / Joining
5 Jan 2026
AI Overview • Direct Answer Summary
Verified via Official Gazette & Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

UPSC NDA (National Defence Academy Examination) is a national competitive recruitment examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Candidates appointed receive an estimated in-hand monthly salary of as per 7th CPC standards, with general eligibility requiring ages between 18 to 30/32 years.

Conducting BodyUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Monthly In-Hand7th CPC
Age Limit18-32 Yrs
Official Sourceupsc.gov.in

About UPSC NDA (National Defence Academy Examination)

UPSC NDA recruits candidates after 12th for training at the National Defence Academy for Army, Navy and Air Force.

Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)Official Portal: https://upsc.gov.in

💡 Why Prepare for UPSC NDA?

  • ✓Direct entry to Armed Forces after 12th
  • ✓Free training with stipend at NDA
  • ✓Prestigious officer career from a young age

📋 UPSC NDA Exam Pattern & Selection Stages

StageModeSubjects / ModulesDurationTotal MarksNegative MarkingDifficulty
Written ExamPen & Paper (Objective (MCQ))Mathematics, General Ability Test (GAT)2.5 Hours each9000.33 per wrong answerModerate
SSB InterviewInterview & Tests (Psychological & Physical)GTO tasks, Psychology tests, Interview5 Days900Not applicableDifficult

🎯 Who Should Apply / Target Audience

Unmarried male/female candidates after 12th

Youth aiming for a career in Armed Forces

Physically and mentally fit aspirants

🚀 How to Start Preparing for UPSC NDA

  1. 1Verify eligibility, age limits and qualification for UPSC NDA
  2. 2Review the latest exam pattern and detailed syllabus
  3. 3Collect standard books and solve previous 5-year papers
  4. 4Take section-wise and full-length mock tests regularly
  5. 5Analyze mock test scorecards and revise weak topics

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (UPSC NDA)

Q: Who conducts UPSC NDA?

A: UPSC NDA is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission.

Q: Is UPSC NDA conducted every year?

A: Yes, UPSC NDA is generally held annually as per the official recruitment calendar.

Q: Is there negative marking in UPSC NDA?

A: Most objective stages carry negative marking; check the official notification for exact deduction.