NDA II Examination 2026
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 11 June 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
11 June 2026
Closed
Salary
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Age limit
16.5-19.5 years
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹100, SC/ST: Nil
About This Exam
National Defence Academy Exam II for entry into Army, Navy, and Air Force wings. Exam scheduled September 13, 2026.
Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
394
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Released
20 May 2026
Application End Date
11 June 2026
Exam Date
13 September 2026
Eligibility Criteria
12th pass or appearing (PCM for Navy/AF)
Age limit
16.5-19.5 years
16.5-19.5 years
No age relaxation
Educational Qualification
12th pass with Physics, Chemistry & Math for Navy/Air Force
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age)
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹100, SC/ST: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Written Exam → SSB Interview (5 days) → Medical → Final Merit
Previous Year Question Papers
We haven't catalogued previous year papers for this exam yet.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Range: ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Pay Level 10 after commissioning
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
Free training, Accommodation, CSD canteen, Medical, Pension, Adventure activities
Job Role & Responsibilities
Cadet at National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla
Career Growth & Promotions
Lieutenant → Captain → Major → Colonel → Brigadier → Major General → Lt General → General.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹100, SC/ST: Nil
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