UPSC NDA 2 2026 Notification: 394 Vacancies, Apply Online from 20 May to 9 June
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) · Updated June 23, 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination-II, 2026. A total of 394 vacancies are available for unmarried male and female candidates. Online applications will be accepted from 20 May 2026 to 09 June 2026 on the official UPSC website.
Recruitment Details
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Army, Navy, Air Force, Naval Academy |
| Total Posts | 394 |
| Eligibility | Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board. For Air Force and Naval Academy, Physics and Mathematics are compulsory at 10+2 level. |
| Age Limit | Born between 02 July 2007 and 01 July 2010 (inclusive) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per government norms (approx. ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 per month during training and after commission) |
| Start Date | 2026-05-20 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-06-09 |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
Important Dates
| Start Date to Apply Online | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 June 2026 |
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Step 2: Click on 'Online Application for Various Examinations' and select 'NDA & NA Examination (II), 2026'.
- Step 3: Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Step 4: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents as per specifications.
- Step 5: Pay the application fee (if applicable) online via net banking, credit/debit card, or offline via challan.
- Step 6: Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Key Highlights
- Total 394 vacancies for NDA & NA (II) 2026
- Online application from 20 May to 09 June 2026
- Unmarried male and female candidates can apply
- Age limit: born between 02 July 2007 and 01 July 2010