UPSC NDA NA II Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 394 Posts | Last Date 09-06-2026

UPSC NDA II 2026: Apply Online for 394 Posts in National Defence Academy & Naval Academy. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC NDA & NA Examination II 2026 notification (Examination Notice No. 10/2026-NDA-II) for admission to the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme). This is a golden opportunity for unmarried male and female candidates to join the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force as Commissioned Officers. The online application started on 20 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 09 June 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website https://upsconline.nic.in. UPSC NDA II Examination 2026 – Job Highlights www.indgovtjobs.in Particulars Details Examination Name National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination II, 2026 (NDA II 2026) Total Vacancies 394 Posts (Male-370, Female-24) Academy-wise Vacancies NDA Army: 208, NDA Navy: 42, NDA Air Force: 120, Naval Academy: 24 Age Limit Born between 02 Jan 2008 and 01 Jan 2011 (16 to 19 years) Salary Stipend during training + Pay Level-10 (₹56,100) after commissioning Qualification Matric with 12th Class Pass (with PCM for Air Force, Naval Wings & Naval Academy) Application Fee ₹100 (Exempted for Female/SC/ST/Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs) Selection Process Written Examination + SSB Interview + Medical Examination Exam Date 13 September 2026 Last Date to Apply 09 June 2026 UPSC NDA II 2026 Eligibility Criteria Age Limit: Only unmarried male and female candidates born not earlier than 02 January 2008 and not later than 01 January 2011 are eligible. Educational Qualification: Army Wing of NDA: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern or equivalent. Air Force, Naval Wings of NDA & Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry): 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Candidates appearing in 12th standard can also apply provided they can submit proof of passing by the prescribed date. Salary & Benefits During training at NDA, cadets receive a fixed stipend of ₹56,100 per month (as per 7th CPC). After successful completion of training and commissioning as Lieutenant (Army), Sub-Lieutenant (Navy) or Flying Officer (Air Force), candidates are placed in Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) + Military Service Pay + Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Ration, Medical facilities, Canteen facilities, and other defence perks. UPSC NDA II 2026 Selection Process Written Examination (Objective Type) SSB Interview (Intelligence & Personality Test) Medical Examination Document Verification Important Dates for UPSC NDA II 2026 Notification Release Date 20 May 2026 Start Date for Online Application 20 May 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 09 June 2026 Date of Written Examination 13 September 2026 Result of Written Examination (Tentative) October 2026 Application Fee General / OBC / EWS : ₹100 Female / SC / ST / Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs : Exempted (No fee) Fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI. How to Apply for UPSC NDA II 2026 Visit the official UPSC website https://upsconline.nic.in Register and create your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile Login and fill the Common Application Form (CAF) Upload live photograph, signature (three times on plain paper) and required documents Pay the application fee (if applicable) Submit the form and take a printout for future reference Important Links UPSC NDA II 2026 Official Notification PDF Download PDF Apply Online for UPSC NDA II 2026 Apply Online UPSC Official Website Visit UPSC Website UPSC NDA II 2026 – FAQs Q1. How many vacancies are announced in UPSC NDA II 2026? A1. Total 394 vacancies (370 for Male and 24 for Female candidates). Q2. What is the last date to apply for NDA II 2026? A2. The last date to apply online is 09 June 2026. Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC NDA 2026? A3. Candidates must be born between 02 January 2008 and 01 January 2011 (unmarried only). Q4. What is the educational qualification required for NDA II 2026? A4. 12th Class Pass. Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics are compulsory for Air Force, Naval Wings and Naval Academy. Q5. What is the selection process for UPSC NDA II 2026? A5. Written Examination → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Document Verification. Q6. Is there any application fee relaxation for female candidates? A6. 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