UPSC NDA 2 2026 Notification: 394 Vacancies, Apply Online from 20 May to 9 June
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) · Updated June 11, 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. Apply online from 20 May 2026 to 09 June 2026.
Recruitment Details
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Army, Navy, Air Force (through NDA), Naval Academy (through NA) |
| Total Posts | 394 |
| Eligibility | Candidates must have passed 12th class or equivalent from a recognized board. For Army wing: Physics and Mathematics are not compulsory. For Navy and Air Force: Physics and Mathematics are compulsory. |
| Age Limit | Born between 02 July 2007 and 01 July 2010 (inclusive) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per government norms (approx ₹56,100 - ₹2,17,600 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 | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 09 June 2026 |
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Step 2: Click on 'Online Application for NDA & NA Examination-II, 2026'.
- Step 3: Register with basic details and generate a registration ID.
- Step 4: Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Step 5: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Step 7: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Key Highlights
- Total 394 vacancies for NDA & NA 2 2026
- Open for unmarried male and female candidates
- Age limit: born between 02 July 2007 and 01 July 2010
- Apply online from 20 May to 09 June 2026