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<\/span>UPSC NDA 1 2027 Notification: Apply Online for 400+ Defence Cadet Posts<\/span><\/h1>\n
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the schedule for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA I, 2027) for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 159th Course, and for the 121st Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). Through this premier 12th-standard defence examination, over 400 vacancies will be filled for both male and female candidates. Online applications will be accepted from 2nd December 2026 to 22nd December 2026 (6:00 PM) on upsconline.nic.in<\/a>, with the nationwide written examination scheduled for 11th April 2027.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udccc UPSC NDA 1 2027 Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Organization<\/strong><\/td>\n Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Name<\/strong><\/td>\n National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Institutions<\/strong><\/td>\n National Defence Academy (Khadakwasla, Pune) & Indian Naval Academy (Ezhimala)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Commissioned Rank & Pay<\/strong><\/td>\n Lieutenant \/ Sub Lieutenant \/ Flying Officer (Level-10: \u20b956,100 \u2013 \u20b91,77,500 + MSP \u20b915,500)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Vacancies<\/strong><\/td>\n Approx. 400+ Posts (Including vacancies for Female Candidates)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application Mode<\/strong><\/td>\n Online (via UPSC OTR Portal)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Job Location<\/strong><\/td>\n All India (Armed Forces Formations & Operational Commands)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcc5 Important Dates<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Official Notification Release:<\/strong> 2 December 2026<\/li>\n
Online Application Start Date:<\/strong> 2 December 2026<\/li>\n
Last Date to Apply Online:<\/strong> 22 December 2026 (6:00 PM)<\/li>\n
Application Correction Window:<\/strong> 23 December to 29 December 2026<\/li>\n
Admit Card Release Date:<\/strong> March 2027<\/li>\n
NDA 1 2027 Written Examination Date:<\/strong> 11 April 2027 (Sunday)<\/li>\n
SSB Interview Schedule:<\/strong> September \u2013 November 2027<\/li>\n
Course Commencement:<\/strong> January 2028<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcb0 Application Fee<\/span><\/h2>\n
Payment can be remitted online via Net Banking, Debit\/Credit Card, UPI, or cash deposit via SBI challan:<\/p>\n
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General and OBC (Male) Candidates:<\/strong> \u20b9100\/- (Non-refundable)<\/li>\n
Female Candidates (All Categories):<\/strong> Completely Exempted (NIL)<\/li>\n
SC \/ ST Candidates & Wards of JCOs\/NCOs\/ORs:<\/strong> Completely Exempted (NIL)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83c\udfaf Age Limit (as on cutoff date)<\/span><\/h2>\n
Age requirements are strictly defined for the NDA 1 2027 examination:<\/p>\n
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Candidates must be born between 02 July 2008 and 01 July 2011<\/strong> (both dates inclusive).<\/li>\n
Age Window:<\/strong> 16.5 to 19.5 Years.<\/li>\n
Marital Status:<\/strong> Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible. Marriage during the training period is strictly prohibited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83c\udf93 Educational Qualification<\/span><\/h2>\n
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For Army Wing of National Defence Academy:<\/strong> Passed Class 12 (10+2 pattern) of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University in any stream (Arts, Science, Commerce).<\/li>\n
For Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA and for 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at INA:<\/strong> Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM)<\/strong> under the 10+2 pattern from a recognized State Board or University.<\/li>\n
Appearing Candidates:<\/em> Students currently studying in Class 12 are also eligible to apply provisionally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcca Vacancy Details<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Total Vacancies:<\/strong> Approx. 400+ Posts<\/li>\n
Tentative Wing Allocation:<\/strong>\n
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National Defence Academy (Army): 208 Posts (including 10 for female candidates)<\/li>\n
National Defence Academy (Navy): 42 Posts (including 12 for female candidates)<\/li>\n
National Defence Academy (Air Force): Flying \u2013 92 (including 2 female), Ground Duty Tech \u2013 18 (2 female), Ground Duty Non-Tech \u2013 10 (2 female)<\/li>\n
Indian Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme): 30 Posts (including 9 for female candidates)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83e\uddea Selection Process<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Stage 1 (Written Examination):<\/strong> Two objective papers conducted on a single day by UPSC carrying 900 marks total (Mathematics: 300 Marks, General Ability Test: 600 Marks).<\/li>\n
Stage 2 (SSB Interview):<\/strong> Comprehensive 5-day assessment carrying 900 marks at Services Selection Boards evaluating Officer Like Qualities (OLQ).<\/li>\n
Stage 3:<\/strong> Special Medical Fitness Examination at designated Command and Military Hospitals.<\/li>\n
Stage 4:<\/strong> Final All-India Merit List compiled on combined marks of the Written Exam (900M) and SSB Interview (900M).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcda Exam Pattern<\/span><\/h2>\n
The written examination consists of 2 objective papers with negative marking of 1\/3rd marks for wrong answers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Paper<\/th>\n Subjects<\/th>\n Code<\/th>\n Duration<\/th>\n Maximum Marks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Paper I<\/td>\n Mathematics (Algebra, Matrices, Trigonometry, Calculus, Vector, Statistics)<\/td>\n 01<\/td>\n 2.5 Hours<\/td>\n 300 Marks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Paper II<\/td>\n General Ability Test (Part A: English \u2013 200M | Part B: General Knowledge \u2013 400M)<\/td>\n 02<\/td>\n 2.5 Hours<\/td>\n 600 Marks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Written Examination<\/th>\n 5 Hours<\/th>\n 900 Marks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
SSB Interview \/ Personality Test<\/td>\n 5 Days<\/td>\n 900 Marks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Visit the official UPSC application portal at https:\/\/upsconline.nic.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>upsconline.nic.in<\/a>.<\/li>\n
Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile if applying for the first time.<\/li>\n
Log in using your registered email, mobile number, and OTR password.<\/li>\n
Click on the active application link for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2027<\/em>.<\/li>\n
Fill in personal details, Class 12 school board particulars, and service preference priority (Army, Navy, Air Force).<\/li>\n
Upload clear digital copies of passport photo and signature as per prescribed technical dimensions.<\/li>\n
Pay the \u20b9100 examination fee online (exempted for Female and SC\/ST candidates).<\/li>\n
Submit your completed application form before 22nd December 2026 (6:00 PM) and print the registration acknowledgment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udd17 Important Links<\/span><\/h2>\n
\n\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/upsconline.nic.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>Apply Online on UPSC OTR Portal
\n\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.upsc.gov.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>Download Official Notification PDF
\n\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.upsc.gov.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>UPSC Official Website\n<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83d\udcc8 Why Apply?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Premier Defence Commission After 12th:<\/strong> Direct entry into tri-services military officer cadres straight after intermediate school education.<\/li>\n
World-Class Academy Training:<\/strong> Full 3-year military leadership and academic education at NDA Khadakwasla followed by 1 year at service academies, with a recognized degree awarded by JNU.<\/li>\n
High Status & Allowances:<\/strong> Permanent Commission as Lieutenant \/ Sub Lieutenant \/ Flying Officer with basic pay of \u20b956,100, MSP of \u20b915,500, medical benefits, and official accommodation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>\u2753 FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n
Q. What is the application window for UPSC NDA 1 2027?<\/strong>
\nOnline applications open on 2nd December 2026 and close on 22nd December 2026 at 6:00 PM.<\/p>\n
Q. Can female candidates apply for NDA 1 2027?<\/strong>
\nYes, unmarried female candidates are fully eligible to apply for Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of NDA with fee exemption.<\/p>\n
Q. When will the NDA 1 2027 written exam take place?<\/strong>
\nThe examination will be conducted nationwide on Sunday, 11th April 2027.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>\ud83c\udfc1 Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n
The UPSC NDA & NA (I) 2027 Examination is the nation\u2019s premier military cadet recruitment for intermediate students aiming to serve as commissioned officers. Candidates should prepare their documents and submit their applications on https:\/\/upsconline.nic.in<\/a>\u201d target=\u201d_blank\u201d rel=\u201dnoopener\u201d>upsconline.nic.in<\/a> during the December application window.<\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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