The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the e-Admit Card for the NDA & NA (I) 2026 examination. The exam is scheduled for 12 April 2026 and covers 394 vacancies across Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy posts. Candidates who applied can now download their admit card from the official UPSC website.

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Important: The exam is just days away. Download your admit card immediately and verify all details — name, photograph, exam centre, and roll number. Report any discrepancies to UPSC right away.

Key Dates

Event Date
Admit Card Available 02 April 2026
Exam Date 12 April 2026
Paper 1 (Mathematics) 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Paper 2 (GAT) 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Expected Result May 2026

How to Download the Admit Card

  1. Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
  2. Look for the NDA & NA (I) 2026 Admit Card link.
  3. Enter your Registration ID and Date of Birth.
  4. Download and print the admit card.
  5. Check all details carefully — name, photo, roll number, and exam centre.
Tip: Take 2–3 printouts of your admit card. Keep one in your bag as a backup on exam day.

Exam Pattern (Quick Overview)

Paper Subject Questions Marks Duration
Paper 1 Mathematics 120 300 2.5 Hours
Paper 2 General Ability Test (English + GK) 150 600 2.5 Hours
Total 270 900 5 Hours
  • Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper / OMR-based)
  • Question Type: Objective (Multiple Choice)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd of marks for each wrong answer
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Warning: There is negative marking in this exam. Do not attempt questions you are unsure about — random guessing can hurt your score.

Exam Day Guidelines

What to carry:

  • Printed admit card
  • Valid photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Driving License)
  • Blue/black ballpoint pen
  • Passport-size photographs (same as on the application)

What NOT to carry:

  • Mobile phones or electronic gadgets
  • Calculators or smart watches
  • Books, notes, or any study material
  • Bags or wallets (leave them outside the exam hall)
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Important: Report to your exam centre at least 1 hour before the scheduled start time. Late entry may not be allowed.

What Happens After the Exam?

Candidates who clear the written exam (expected result in May 2026) will be called for the SSB Interview (900 Marks), followed by a Medical Examination. The final merit list will be prepared based on combined written exam and SSB scores.

Description Link
Download Admit Card upsconline.nic.in
Official UPSC Website upsc.gov.in

Stay calm, revise smartly in the remaining days, and give your best on exam day.