Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

UPSC NDA & NA (I) / CDS (I) 2026 Examination Online Form

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Important Dates
Notification Date 05/02/2026
Last Date for Registration 27/02/2026 (06:00 PM)
Written Examination Date 19/04/2026
Admit Card Release April 2026 (1st Week)
Application Fee
General / OBC ₹100/- (NDA) / ₹200/- (CDS)
SC / ST / Female ₹0/- (Exempted)
Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Offline Fee Mode Only.
UPSC NDA & CDS 2026 : Age Limit Criteria
NDA: Born between 02/07/2007 and 01/07/2010. CDS: 19 to 24 Years.
Vacancy Details - Total: 850 Posts
Post Name Total Posts
Army Wing 208
Navy Wing 42
Air Force Wing 120
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) 30
Eligibility 12th Pass / Graduation

How to Fill UPSC NDA & CDS 2026 2026

  • Candidate Can Apply Online Between 05 Feb 2026 to 27 Feb 2026.
  • Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – UPSC NDA & CDS 2026

1. What is UPSC NDA 2026?
UPSC National Defence Academy (NDA) examination is conducted for 12th pass candidates seeking admission into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and Naval Academy.
2. What is UPSC CDS 2026?
UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) examination is conducted for Graduates seeking officer commissioning in IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA.
3. Who can apply for NDA and CDS?
For NDA: 12th pass or appearing unmarried male/female candidates. For CDS: Graduates in any stream (Engineering for Navy/Air Force).
4. How can I apply online?
Apply through the official Union Public Service Commission portal upsconline.nic.in using OTR.
5. What is the selection process?
UPSC written examination followed by 5-day Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview testing psychological aptitude, and medical examination.