UPSC NDA II Answer Key 2026 Out – Download Maths & GAT PDF, Check Score
📌 Overview
The UPSC NDA II Answer Key 2026 for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026 is out: the commission released the provisional answer keys on 16-09-2026 for both Mathematics and the General Ability Test. The written exam was held nationwide on 13-09-2026 for 394 vacancies. Candidates can match their OMR responses against the official PDFs on upsc.gov.in, choosing the key for their booklet set (A, B, C or D).
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Exam Date | 13-09-2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 16-09-2026 (provisional) |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 20-05-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11-06-2026 (up to 06:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Available | 03-09-2026 |
| Written Exam | 13-09-2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 16-09-2026 |
| Objection Window | 16-09-2026 to 20-09-2026 |
| Final Answer Key & Result | To be announced |
📊 Vacancy Details (Total: 394 Posts)
| Service | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDA Army | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| NDA Navy | 37 | 05 | 42 |
| NDA Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 02 | 92 |
| NDA Air Force Ground Duties (Tech) | 16 | 02 | 18 |
| NDA Air Force Ground Duties (Non-Tech) | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | 21 | 03 | 24 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Army Wing: passed or appearing 10+2 in any stream. Air Force and Naval wings (including Naval Academy 10+2 scheme): passed or appearing 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics. One-time registration (OTR) on the UPSC portal was mandatory before applying.
🎯 Age Limit
| Born Not Before | 01-01-2008 |
|---|---|
| Born Not After | 01-01-2011 |
| Age Relaxation | As per NDA II 2026 notification rules |
💸 Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Nil |
Payment was accepted through net banking, debit/credit card and offline e-challan.
🧾 Selection Process
- Written Examination (Mathematics + GAT) — 13-09-2026
- SSB Interview (psychological tests, GTO tasks, personal interview)
- Medical Examination
📥 How to Download the Answer Key
- Visit the official UPSC website upsc.gov.in.
- Open the Examinations section and click Answer Keys (or check What's New).
- Find the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 link.
- Choose Mathematics or General Ability Test for your booklet set (A, B, C or D).
- Open the PDF, compare your OMR responses, and estimate your score.
🏢 About Organization
The Union Public Service Commission conducts the NDA & NA examination twice a year for admission to the National Defence Academy, Pune and the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala — the gateway to officer careers in the Armed Forces.
🔗 Important Links
| Download Answer Key (Maths & GAT) | upsc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
❓ FAQs
When was the UPSC NDA II 2026 answer key released?
UPSC released the provisional answer key for NDA & NA (II) 2026 on 16-09-2026.
Which papers are covered by the NDA II 2026 answer key?
Mathematics (Paper I, 120 questions) and General Ability Test (Paper II, 150 questions), in booklet sets A, B, C and D.
When was the UPSC NDA II 2026 written exam held?
The written examination was held on 13-09-2026.
How can I download the NDA II 2026 answer key?
Go to upsc.gov.in, open the Examinations section, select Answer Keys, find National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026, and download the Mathematics or GAT PDF for your booklet set.
Is the NDA II 2026 answer key final?
It is provisional — candidates could raise objections within the prescribed window, after which UPSC issues the final key.
How many vacancies are there in NDA & NA (II) 2026?
394 posts across the NDA Army, Navy and Air Force wings and the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Naval Academy.
What is the selection process after the written exam?
Candidates who clear the written exam face the SSB interview (psychological tests, GTO tasks, personal interview) and then a medical examination.