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UPSC NDA 2027
UPSC National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination · यूपीएससी एनडीए
What is UPSC NDA?
UPSC NDA & NA selects Class 12 students and passouts for the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and the Indian Naval Academy, through a written exam and an SSB interview. It is held twice a year.
The written exam has two papers (Mathematics and General Ability Test) for 900 marks. Qualified candidates face a five-day SSB interview worth 900 marks, followed by a medical exam.
- Conducting body
- UPSC
- Qualification
- Army wing: Class 12 pass in any stream
- Age limit
- 16–19 years
- Exam stages
- 3 stages: Paper I — Mathematics, Paper II — General Ability Test, SSB interview
- 2027 vacancies
- Vacancies to be notified
- Negative marking
- 0.83 marks per wrong answer (one-third)
UPSC NDA & NA (I) 2027: important dates
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 2 Dec 2026 (tentative) |
| Last date to apply | 22 Dec 2026 (tentative) |
| Written exam | 11 Apr 2027 (tentative) |
Latest UPSC NDA updates
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How to apply for UPSC NDA
- 1Create or update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile on upsconline.gov.in
- 2Fill the online application for NDA & NA on upsconline.gov.in while the notification is open
- 3Upload photograph, signature and photo ID details, and choose your exam centre
- 4Pay the fee online (or in cash at an SBI branch where permitted) unless exempt
- 5Submit and download the completed application
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UPSC NDA eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Army wing: Class 12 pass in any stream. Air Force, Navy and Naval Academy: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Candidates in Class 12 can apply.
- Age limit
- 16–19 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or other categories as specified in the notification.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC, ST and wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs | Exempted (no fee) |
UPSC NDA exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I — Mathematics | Objective, OMR | 120 | 300 | 150 min |
| Paper II — General Ability Test | Objective, OMR | 150 | 600 | 150 min |
| SSB interview | Intelligence and personality test | — | 900 | — |
UPSC NDA syllabus
Paper I
Mathematics
Algebra, Matrices and determinants, Trigonometry, Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions, Differential calculus, Integral calculus and differential equations, Vector algebra, Statistics and probability
Paper II
English
Grammar and usage, Vocabulary, Comprehension and cohesion
Paper II
General Knowledge
Physics, Chemistry, General science, History and freedom movement, Geography, Current events
Selection process
- 1Written examination (900 marks)
- 2SSB interview (900 marks)
- 3Medical examination
- 4Merit list and joining instructions
How to prepare for UPSC NDA
- GAT carries double the marks of Maths — don't neglect English and GK.
- Prepare for SSB alongside the written exam; it is equally weighted.
Practice for UPSC NDA
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real UPSC NDA pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
UPSC NDA: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for UPSC NDA?
The age limit for UPSC NDA is 16–19 years (as on the birth-date window given in the notification (about 16½ to 19½ years)).
What is the educational qualification for UPSC NDA?
To apply for UPSC NDA: Army wing: Class 12 pass in any stream. Air Force, Navy and Naval Academy: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Candidates in Class 12 can apply.
What is the selection process of UPSC NDA?
The UPSC NDA selection process is: Written examination (900 marks) → SSB interview (900 marks) → Medical examination → Merit list and joining instructions.
Is there negative marking in UPSC NDA?
Yes. Paper I — Mathematics: 0.83 marks per wrong answer (one-third); Paper II — General Ability Test: 1.33 marks per wrong answer (one-third).
How to apply for UPSC NDA?
Apply online on the official portal (https://upsconline.gov.in): 1) Create or update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile on upsconline.gov.in; 2) Fill the online application for NDA & NA on upsconline.gov.in while the notification is open; 3) Upload photograph, signature and photo ID details, and choose your exam centre; 4) Pay the fee online (or in cash at an SBI branch where permitted) unless exempt; 5) Submit and download the completed application.