UPSC NDA 2 Admit Card 2026: Download Hall Ticket
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the e-Admit Card for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 (Advertisement No. 10/2026-NDA-II), on 3 September 2026. The exam is scheduled for 13 September 2026 (Sunday), across various centres in India, for 394 vacancies.
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Admit Card Released | 3 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 September 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Timing | Mathematics: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM; General Ability Test: 2:00 PM–4:30 PM |
How to Download
- Visit upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in.
- Look for the ‘Admit Card for National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026’ link under the e-Admit Card section.
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Download and save the admit card PDF.
- Take a clear printout — UPSC does not send admit cards by post or email.
Exam Day Instructions
- Reach the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the reporting time.
- Carry the admit card, a valid original photo ID proof matching the ID number on the admit card, and basic stationery.
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, and calculators are strictly prohibited — carrying one can lead to cancellation of candidature or an FIR.
- Selected candidates will join the 158th NDA Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC), commencing 1 July 2027.
Official Links
Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the admit card released?
A: 3 September 2026.
Q: When is the NDA 2 exam?
A: 13 September 2026, a Sunday.
Q: How many vacancies does this exam cover?
A: 394, across NDA and NA.
Q: Can I carry a mobile phone to the exam centre?
A: No — even in switched-off mode, carrying one can lead to cancellation of candidature or an FIR.
Final Word
Since carrying a mobile phone can lead to candidature cancellation or even an FIR, leave all electronic devices at home rather than assuming a switched-off phone is acceptable.