NDA & NA (II) 2026 written result at a glance (as of 2 November 2026)
- Exam: 13 September 2026. Written result (roll numbers): 9 October 2026. Name-wise list: 13 October 2026.
- For: SSB interview for the 158th Course of the NDA and the 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC), commencing 1 July 2027.
- Vacancies in the notice: 394 (370 men, 24 women): NDA Army 208, Navy 42, Air Force 120, Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) 24.
- Candidature: provisional. Qualified candidates must register at joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the written result.
- Marks and cut-offs: UPSC will upload them only after the whole process, including the final result, is over; they stay on the site for 30 days.
UPSC declared the written result of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 on 9 October 2026. Candidates whose roll numbers are in the list qualify for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview. The official roll list is below.
NDA II 2026 written result PDF: download
| Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Written result press note + roll-number list (19 pages, 09.10.2026) | Download from GSMitra (PDF, 437 KB) |
| Same file on UPSC | upsc.gov.in (PDF) |
| Result with names (13.10.2026) | UPSC name-wise list (PDF) |
| UPSC exam page | NDA & NA (II) 2026 |
How to check the NDA II 2026 result
- Open the roll-number PDF above or the name-wise list on upsc.gov.in.
- Search (Ctrl+F) for your roll number or name.
- If you are listed, register at joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the result; candidates already registered need not register again.
- Watch your registered e-mail for SSB centre and dates.
What to do after qualifying in the written exam
- Original certificates: take original age and educational certificates to the SSB; do not send them to UPSC.
- Class 12 proof: if you were appearing in Class 12 and cannot produce the certificate at SSB, send self-attested photocopies to the Army (West Block III, R.K. Puram) or Naval HQ (DMPR) by 10 June 2027, per the notice.
- Air Force choice: candidates with the Air Force as a choice take the Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) after SSB if they qualify and are willing.
- Helplines: UPSC Candidates’ Helpdesk 011-24041001 and 011-40303444 (9 AM–8 PM); SSB queries: Army 011-26175473, Navy 011-23010097 (officer-navy@nic.in), Air Force 011-23010231 (extn 7645/7646/7610).
NDA selection process: what happens next
| Stage | Marks | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Written exam (Mathematics 300 + General Ability Test 600) | 900 | Done: 13 Sep 2026 |
| SSB interview (Intelligence and Personality Test) | 900 | Stage I: OIR and PPDT; Stage II over four days |
| Medical examination and final merit list | – | Final result on UPSC website |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the NDA II 2026 written result out?
Yes. UPSC released the roll-number list on 9 October 2026 and the name-wise list on 13 October 2026.
What do I do after clearing the NDA written exam?
Register at joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks, wait for the SSB call-up e-mail, and carry original certificates to the SSB.
Will UPSC publish NDA marks and cut-offs?
Yes, after the final result, and only for 30 days, according to the press note.
When does the NDA 158th course begin?
The 158th NDA Course and the 120th INAC commence on 1 July 2027.
How many vacancies were in NDA II 2026?
The notification gave 394 vacancies: 370 for men and 24 for women.
Official sources
- UPSC press note: written result of NDA & NA (II) 2026 (09.10.2026)
- UPSC notification: NDA & NA (II) 2026 (20.05.2026)