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UPSC Sets NDA & NA (I) 2026 for April 12 With Two-Shift Papers as CDS Also Runs That Day

Admit cards will follow on upsc.gov.in under strict reporting rules for candidates.

Overview

  • The NDA/NA written exam will run Mathematics from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and the General Ability Test from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
  • The papers are objective, with Mathematics carrying 300 marks and the GAT 600 marks for a 900-mark written stage using negative marking and bilingual questions.
  • CDS (I) is slated the same day with English 9:00–11:00 am, General Knowledge 12:30–2:30 pm, and Elementary Mathematics 4:00–6:00 pm, with OTA candidates exempt from Mathematics.
  • Vacancy tallies vary by outlet, with reports citing 370 NDA plus 24 NA seats or about 390 roles across the Army, Navy and Air Force wings.
  • UPSC advises checking admit card instructions, arriving at least 30 minutes before reporting time, and notes no entry after gate closure, with SSB interviews to follow for qualified candidates.