The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the exam date and schedule for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2026.
The nationwide entrance test is set for September 13, 2026, and will be conducted offline in a pen-and-paper format across various examination centers in India.
Shift Schedule & Timings
The written examination consists of two mandatory papers held across two separate shifts on the same day:
- Paper 1: Mathematics
- Timing: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Morning Shift)
- Paper 2: General Ability Test (GAT)
- Timing: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Afternoon Shift)
Key Information for Candidates
- Exam Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper using OMR sheets).
- Selection Scope: Qualifying the written examination is the first step toward securing admission into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, as well as the Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC).
- Next Steps: Candidates should monitor the official UPSC portal to download their admit cards once released and verify their allotted exam center details before exam day.
