NDA (II) 2026 written result out; qualifiers must register for SSB by about Oct 23
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UPSC declared NDA and NA (II) 2026 written results on 9 October 2026; qualified candidates must register for SSB interviews within two weeks.
What Happened
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Friday, 9 October 2026, declared the written results of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026. The written test was held on Sunday, 13 September 2026. Candidates who have qualified will now move to the next stage, the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, for entry to the 158th course of the National Defence Academy and the 120th Indian Naval Academy Course, both due to begin on 1 July 2027. Qualified candidates are expected to register online on the Indian Army's recruitment website within two weeks of the result, which puts the deadline around 23 October.
Key Facts
- UPSC declared the NDA and NA (II) 2026 written results on 9 October 2026.
- The written examination was held on 13 September 2026.
- Successful candidates will appear for SSB interviews for the 158th NDA course and the 120th Indian Naval Academy Course.
- Both courses are scheduled to start on 1 July 2027.
- Qualified candidates must register on joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the result, around 23 October; candidates should confirm the exact date on official websites.
- Interview centres and dates will be sent to candidates' registered email addresses.
- Marks and cut-offs will be published only after the full selection process ends.
Why It Matters
For lakhs of young people who finish school wanting a career as officers in the Army, Navy or Air Force, the NDA examination is the main entry route straight after Class 12. Clearing the written paper is only the first hurdle. The SSB interview is a separate, more personal assessment of whether a candidate is suited to officer training, and the final merit list is drawn up only after it.
The most important thing for qualified candidates right now is the registration step. Missing the online registration window can mean missing the SSB altogether, regardless of how well a candidate did in the written test. Candidates should keep their roll number, a working email address and their documents ready, and check their inbox and spam folders regularly for the interview call.
Preparing for the SSB is very different from preparing for a written test. Candidates who did well on paper often struggle with group tasks, interviews and psychological tests if they have not practised. With interview dates likely to be spread across the coming weeks and months, qualified candidates have some time to prepare: reading newspapers daily, practising speaking clearly on current affairs, staying physically fit and understanding the format of each SSB test are commonly recommended steps.
| Step | What candidates should do |
|---|---|
| Check result | Look for your roll number in the UPSC result list |
| Register | Register on joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of 9 October |
| Await call | Watch email for SSB centre and date |
| Prepare | Practise for interview, group tasks and psychological tests |
Impact
Short-term: Qualified candidates must complete online registration by around 23 October and then wait for SSB call letters by email. Coaching institutes will start SSB preparation batches.
Long-term: Those who clear the SSB and make the final merit list will join the NDA or the Indian Naval Academy in July 2027, beginning training as future officers.
Who is affected: Candidates who took the NDA and NA (II) 2026 examination, their families, SSB preparation centres, and the armed forces' officer intake for 2027.
Key Takeaway
UPSC declared the NDA and NA (II) 2026 written results on 9 October 2026, and qualified candidates must register online for SSB interviews within two weeks to stay in the race for July 2027 courses.
Questions and Answers
When was the NDA (II) 2026 written result declared?
UPSC declared the NDA and NA (II) 2026 written results on 9 October 2026. The written examination had been held on 13 September 2026.
What should qualified candidates do next?
They must register online on joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the result, which falls around 23 October 2026, and then watch their email for SSB interview centre and date details.
Which courses is this examination for?
It is for the 158th course of the National Defence Academy and the 120th Indian Naval Academy Course, both starting on 1 July 2027.
When will marks and cut-offs be published?
According to reports on the result, marks and cut-offs will be made public only after the entire selection process, including the SSB interviews, is complete.
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