The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the admit cards for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026. Candidates appearing for the 158th NDA Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) can now access their hall tickets via the official website, upsc.gov.in.
The written examination, which covers 394 total vacancies, is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 13 September 2026, in an offline pen-and-paper format. As the exam date approaches, candidates must ensure they have their printed e-Admit Cards to avoid any issues during entry.
NDA & NA (II) 2026 Exam Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NDA & NA Examination (II) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Admit Card Release | 3 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper) |
How to Download Hall Ticket?
Please note that the UPSC does not issue physical admit cards by post. You must download the electronic version directly from the portal:
- Go to the official UPSC website @upsc.gov.in
- Open the e-Admit Card link on the homepage
- Click on NDA & NA Examination (II), 2026
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth
- Submit the form to view your e-Admit Card
- Cross-check your name, roll number, exam centre and photograph
- Download the PDF and save a backup copy on your phone or email
- Take a clear, colour printout on A4 paper for exam day
Download NDA Admit Card 2026 Link – Active
Exam Day Schedule
| Session | Paper | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Forenoon | Paper I – Mathematics | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Afternoon | Paper II – General Ability Test (GAT) | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
Essential Checklists for Candidates
What's Printed on the Admit Card?
- Candidate’s Name and Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Photograph and Signature
- Exam Date and Reporting Time
- Exam Centre Name and Complete Address
- Session-wise Timing for both papers
- Candidate-specific instructions and exam day dos and don’ts
Exam Day Guidelines
- Carry the printed e-Admit Card along with one original photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence or PAN Card) matching the ID number declared on the admit card
- Reach the venue well ahead of reporting time to clear identity verification and frisking
- Carry only a ballpoint pen, HB pencil and eraser. No electronic devices, mobile phones, smartwatches or calculators are permitted inside the centre
- Do not fold, tear, or write stray marks on the OMR sheet
- Open the question booklet only after the invigilator’s instruction
- Any impersonation or use of unfair means leads to disqualification and can bar future UPSC exams