UPSC NDA 2 Result 2026 has been officially declared by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on October 9, 2026. The Commission has released the official roll-number-wise merit list PDF for candidates who appeared in the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026, conducted nationwide on September 13, 2026.
Aspirants who have qualified in the written examination are now shortlisted for the comprehensive Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview round conducted by the Ministry of Defence. This selection pathway leads to admission into the 158th Course of the National Defence Academy and the 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC), commencing from July 1, 2027.
Below is the verified summary covering official PDF download links, step-by-step instructions to check roll numbers, mandatory Join Indian Army SSB portal registration guidelines, and the next stages of the selection process.
UPSC NDA & NA (II) 2026: Quick Overview
| Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination Name | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 |
| Notification Reference | NDA & NA Exam (II) 2026 |
| Result File Reference | WR-RollList-Engl-NDA-II-2026-091026.pdf |
| Written Examination Date | September 13, 2026 |
| Written Result Declaration Date | October 9, 2026 |
| Admission Courses | 158th NDA Course & 120th Naval Academy Course (INAC) |
| Course Commencement Date | July 1, 2027 |
| Next Stage | 5-Day SSB Interview & Medical Board Examination |
| Mandatory Portal for SSB | joinindianarmy.nic.in (Within 2 Weeks) |
| Official UPSC Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates & Event Timeline
Candidates must strictly follow the official event calendar for the NDA 2 2026 cycle:
- Official Notification Release Date: May 2026
- Written Examination Held On: September 13, 2026
- Declaration of Written Result: October 9, 2026
- Mandatory Online SSB Registration Window: October 10, 2026 to October 24, 2026 (Within 2 weeks of result declaration)
- SSB Interview Call Letters / Center Allotment: October / November 2026
- Release of Individual Marksheets: Within 15 days from the publication of the final result (after SSB conclusion)
- Training Commencement at NDA Khadakwasla / INA Ezhimala: July 1, 2027
How to Check UPSC NDA 2 Result 2026 (Roll Number List)
Candidates can easily search and verify their qualification status by following these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to upsc.gov.in.
- Access What’s New Section: On the homepage, look under the “What’s New” or “Written Results” tab.
- Click on the Result Notice: Select the link titled “Written Result: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026”.
- Download the PDF Document: The official result file
WR-RollList-Engl-NDA-II-2026-091026.pdfwill open in your browser. - Search Your Roll Number:
- On Desktop/Laptop: Press
Ctrl + Fand type your 7-digit NDA roll number. - On Smartphone / PDF Reader: Use the magnifying glass search tool to locate your roll number.
- On Desktop/Laptop: Press
- Save a Copy: If your roll number is highlighted, download and preserve the PDF for verification during your SSB reporting.
Mandatory Next Step: SSB Registration on Join Indian Army Portal
The Commission has issued a critical advisory for all written qualified candidates:
Crucial Instruction: All candidates whose roll numbers appear in the written result merit list must register themselves online on the Indian Army recruiting website joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the announcement of written results (i.e., on or before October 24, 2026).
- Center & Date Allotment: Candidates who register successfully will receive the selection center allocation and interview dates on their registered email address.
- Already Registered Candidates: Anyone who has already registered previously on the Indian Army portal does not need to re-register, but must log in to ensure their active NDA profile is updated.
- Document Caution: Candidates must NOT send original academic or age certificates to the UPSC office. All original documents and photocopies must be produced directly before the Service Selection Board (SSB) during the interview.
Overview of SSB Interview Stages
The SSB interview is a comprehensive 5-day assessment evaluated by the Services Selection Board across Army, Navy, and Air Force boards:
[ Day 1: Stage I - Screening Test (OIR & PPDT) ]
↓ (Screened-in Candidates)
[ Days 2 to 4: Stage II - Psychological Tests, GTO Outdoor Tasks & Personal Interview ] ↓
[ Day 5: Final Board Conference & Recommendation Announcement ]
↓
[ Recommended Candidates: Detailed Special Medical Board (SMB) Examination ]
- Stage I (Screening): Comprises Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT). Candidates who do not qualify Stage I are routed back on Day 1.
- Stage II (Testing): Includes Psychological Tests (TAT, WAT, SRT, Self-Description), Group Testing Officer (GTO) indoor/outdoor tasks, and Personal Interviews conducted by the Board President/Interviewing Officer.
- Stage III (Medical Exam): Candidates recommended by the board undergo a multi-day medical fitness evaluation at designated Military Hospitals.
Marksheets & Cut-Off Marks Information
- Mark Sheets Availability: As per UPSC statutory norms, the individual marks and cut-off scores of candidates will be uploaded on the Commission’s portal within 15 days from the date of publication of the final merit list (after conclusion of SSB interviews and final compilation).
- Validity Period: Individual marksheets remain available on the official website for download for a period of 30 days.
Important Direct Links
| Description | Direct Official URL |
|---|---|
| Download Written Result PDF (Roll List) | Click Here to View / Download Result PDF |
| UPSC Official Examination Portal | Click Here to Visit upsc.gov.in |
| Mandatory Online SSB Registration | Click Here to Register on joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| UPSC Facilitation Counter / Query Portal | upsc.gov.in/facilitation-counter |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was the UPSC NDA 2 Result 2026 announced?
The written examination result for NDA & NA (II) 2026 was officially published on October 9, 2026.
Q2. What is the deadline to complete SSB registration?
Candidates must complete their online registration on the Indian Army website (joinindianarmy.nic.in) within two weeks of result declaration, which is on or before October 24, 2026.
Q3. Do qualified candidates need to send documents to the UPSC office?
No. Candidates should not send any original certificates or mark sheets to the UPSC. Original certificates of matriculation (for date of birth) and 10+2 passing must be presented directly at the SSB interview centers.
Q4. When will the 158th NDA Course commence?
The 158th NDA Course and 120th Naval Academy Course (INAC) will officially commence training from July 1, 2027.
Q5. When will individual marks and scorecards be released?
The scorecards and marks of all candidates will be hosted on the UPSC website within 15 days following the publication of the final result (after SSB interviews are completed).
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