UPSC NDA II Exam Schedule 2026: Released: Check Complete Exam...
UPSC NDA II Exam Schedule 2026: Released
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the examination schedule for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy (II) Examination 2026. Those aspirants who have applied for NDA & NA (II) 2026 can now view their exam date, reporting time, and shifts through the official website of UPSC. As per the schedule, the UPSC NDA II 2026 Exam is to be conducted on 13 September 2026. The schedule PDF was uploaded on 12 August 2026. National Defence Academy (NDA) is amongst the most sought-after defence entrance examinations in India. This exam provides entry into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and the Indian Naval Academy. Here is all you should know about the NDA Exam 2023 in one place.
UPSC NDA II 2026: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | NDA & NA (II) 2026 |
| Course | 158th NDA Course & 120th INAC |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Notification Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Application Period | 20 May – 11 June 2026 |
| Schedule Released | 12 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam Date and Shift Timing
The NDA II 2026 exam is held on a single day in two shifts. Paper 1 (Mathematics) is in the morning, and Paper 2 (General Ability Test) is in the afternoon.
| Paper | Subject | Timing |
| Paper 1 | Mathematics | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Paper 2 | General Ability Test (GAT) | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
How to Check the UPSC NDA II 2026 Exam Schedule
Follow these simple steps:
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Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
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Check the homepage for the latest updates.
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Click on the NDA & NA (II) 2026 exam schedule link.
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The PDF will open. Check your exam date and shift timing, then download it for future reference.
👉 Click here to check the UPSC NDA II 2026 exam schedule
Also keep an eye on the UPSC website for the admit card, which is usually released a few days before the exam. Download it as soon as it's out so you have enough time to fix any errors.
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