Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for 394 posts under the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026. The recruitment is for permanent commission in Army, Navy, and Air Force wings. Candidates must be 12th pass with specific subject requirements and born between 01-07-2007 and 01-07-2010. Selection involves a written exam followed by a two-stage SSB selection process. The last date to apply online is 30-12-2025, and the exam will be held on 12-04-2026.
Vacancy Details
- Army Wing: 208 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern- Male: 198
- Female: 10
- Navy Wing: 42 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern- Male: 37
- Female: 5
- Air Force (Flying): 92 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern- Male: 90
- Female: 2
- Air Force (Ground Duties – tech): 18 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern- Male: 16
- Female: 2
- Air Force (Ground Duties – non tech): 10 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern- Male: 8
- Female: 2
- Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme): 24 vacancies
Qualification: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern- Male: 21
- Female: 3
Qualification Requirements
For Army Wing – 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern; For Air Force and Naval Wings – 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 18 years
Application Fees
- General: ₹100
- SC/ST/Female: ₹0
- Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs studying in Military or Sainik Schools: ₹0
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Candidates must pass a written exam consisting of two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test.
- Stage I SSB Test: Includes Officer Intelligence Rating Tests and Picture Perception & Description Test; candidates are shortlisted based on combined performance.
- Stage II SSB Test: Includes Interview, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests, and Conference conducted over four days to assess officer-like qualities.
- Final Merit: Merit list prepared based on total marks from written exam and SSB tests; allocation to Army, Navy, Air Force or Naval Academy based on merit, eligibility, medical fitness, and preferences.
How to Apply
- Submit application online by 30-12-2025
- Fill Universal Registration Number profile and Common Application Form
- Complete exam-specific module with personal and educational details
- Upload required documents
- No need to send printed copy to UPSC at this stage
Important Links
Important Dates
- Last date to apply online: 30-12-2025
- Exam date: 12-04-2026
- Posted on: 11-12-2025
