UPSC National Defence Academy (NDA) 1 Admit Card 2026

Short Information

• Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is conducting the NDA & NA (I) Examination 2026 for recruitment into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and for the Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC).
• Both Male and Female candidates who have applied for the 400+ vacancies can now download their e-Admit Card.
• The selection is based on a Written Exam (Mathematics & GAT) followed by a 5-day SSB Interview process.
• Candidates must carry a hard copy of the admit card to the exam center. Digital copies on mobile phones will not be accepted.

Important Dates

How to Download UPSC NDA Admit Card 2026

• Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
• Go to the "Admit Cards" section on the right side of the homepage.
• Click on "E-Admit Cards for various Examinations of UPSC".
• Select "National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026".
• Enter your Registration ID or Roll Number.
• Enter your Date of Birth and the Captcha code correctly.
• Click on 'Submit' and your e-Admit Card will appear. Download and print it on A4 size paper.

NDA Written Exam Pattern

• Question Type: Objective (MCQs).
• Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
• SSB Interview: Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will be called for a 900-marks SSB Interview.

Essential Checklist for Exam Day

• Printed copy of UPSC NDA Admit Card 2026.
• Original Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport).
• Black Ballpoint Pen (mandatory for marking the OMR sheet).
• Two identical passport-size photographs (in case the photo on the admit card is not clear).

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