UPSC NDA 2 2026 Result OUT: Check Merit List PDF Roll Number

UPSC NDA 2 2026 Result: Out Now

UPSC NDA 2 2026 Result Out live: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the written result of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026 on October 9, 2026 on its official website upsc.gov.in. This result covers candidates who appeared in the written exam conducted on September 13, 2026 and qualifies them to proceed to the SSB Interview stage the next major hurdle toward joining the 158th NDA Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) both set to commence on July 1, 2027.

UPSC NDA 2 2026 Result Updates: A total of 394 vacancies are up for grabs across this recruitment cycle. If you appeared for NDA & NA (II) 2026 here’s a complete breakdown of what this result actually tells you, how it differs from a typical merit list the SSB registration deadline you absolutely cannot miss and everything that comes next.

UPSC NDA 2 2026 Result Key Highlights

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name	National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026
Written Exam Date	September 13, 2026
Result Declared On	October 9, 2026
Total Vacancies	394
Courses	158th NDA Course, 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC)
Course Commencement	July 1, 2027
Result Format	Roll number wise list male and female candidates listed separately
Next Stage	SSB Interview Intelligence and Personality Test
SSB Registration Deadline	Within 2 weeks of result around October 23, 2026
SSB Registration Portal	joinindianarmy.nic.in
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

Why This Result Isn’t Quite a Merit List And Why That Matters

Here’s something most candidates overlook and it’s worth understanding clearly before you check your status what UPSC has released today is not a ranked merit list with marks. It is a roll number wise written result listing only the roll numbers of candidates who have cleared the Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT) papers and are now eligible to appear for the SSB Interview.

This distinction matters because

No marks or individual scores are published at this stage. UPSC has clearly stated that marks and cut off details will only be released after the final result once SSB performance is also factored in and will remain available on upsc.gov.in for 30 days after that final declaration.
Clearing this written result does not guarantee final selection. It simply means you’re now in the running for the SSB stage, which carries equal and in the Services Selection Board’s own assessment often greater weight in determining final merit.
The list separates male and female candidates, reflecting NDA’s structure which opened to female cadets in recent years alongside the traditional male intake.

If you’re searching for your marks or a category wise cut off right now that information genuinely isn’t out yet not because of a technical delay but because UPSC’s own process holds it back until the final combined result stage.

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How to Check UPSC NDA 2 2026 Result Step by Step

Follow these steps to check your written result

Visit the official website — upsc.gov.in.
Go to the What’s New section or navigate to Examinations → Results.
Click on the link titled Written Result National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026.
The result will open as a PDF document listing qualified roll numbers.
Press Ctrl + F or use your phone’s in browser search and enter your complete roll number to locate your status.
Download and save the PDF you’ll need to reference it while registering for the SSB.

Important: Only download this PDF from the official upsc.gov.in domain. Several third party coaching and job portal websites mirror the same PDF on their own servers while generally accurate always cross verify your status against the official UPSC source before taking any further action.

What Happens After the UPSC NDA 2 2026 Written Result The SSB Stage

Clearing the written exam is genuinely just the halfway point. Here’s the complete journey from here

SSB Registration: Qualified candidates must register online at joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the result declaration which places the deadline at approximately October 23, 2026. Candidates who have already registered on this portal previously do not need to register again.
Selection Centre Allotment: Once registered candidates will be allotted a specific Selection Centre and SSB interview dates communicated via their registered email ID.
SSB Interview 5-Day Process: This comprises the Intelligence and Personality Test spread across two stages Stage 1 Officer Intelligence Rating test and Picture Perception Test and Stage 2 Psychological tests Group Testing Officer tasks and a Personal Interview over approximately five days.
Medical Examination: Candidates who clear the SSB proceed to a detailed medical fitness examination, conducted by military medical authorities.
Final Merit List: Prepared using combined written exam and SSB marks with the final selection depending on overall rank medical fitness and the number of available vacancies.

Important: Candidates must carry their original age proof and educational qualification certificates directly to the SSB UPSC has explicitly clarified that these originals should not be sent to the Commission at any stage.

UPSC NDA 2 2026 Written Exam Pattern Recap

For context here’s how the written exam which you’ve just cleared if your roll number appears on the list was structured

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper I	Mathematics	300	2.5 hours
Paper II	General Ability Test (GAT)	600	2.5 hours
Total (Written)		900	5 hours

The SSB stage carries an additional 900 marks meaning the written exam and SSB interview are weighted equally in the final selection a structure unique to NDA among most other UPSC administered exams and precisely why strong SSB preparation matters just as much as your written score from here on.

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UPSC NDA 2 2026 Vacancy & Course Breakdown

While the written result PDF does not split vacancies by wing here’s the broader context for this recruitment cycle

Total Vacancies: 394, across the National Defence Academy Army, Navy, Air Force wings and the Naval Academy 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme.
Courses: Successful candidates will join either the 158th NDA Course or the 120th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC).
Course Commencement: Both courses are scheduled to begin on July 1, 2027 giving selected candidates a roughly nine month runway from today’s written result to final joining a window that includes SSB, medical examination and the final merit list process.

Cut Off and Marks What UPSC Has and Hasn’t Released

A quick, honest clarification on this point since it’s the most commonly searched follow up question

No cut off marks have been released alongside this written result.
UPSC’s standard practice for NDA & NA exams is to release individual marks and the official cut-off only after the final result post-SSB is declared not at the written result stage.
Once published this marks data typically remains accessible on upsc.gov.in for 30 days after which it is usually taken down so candidates should download and save it promptly whenever it does go live.

If you see cut off figures already circulating for NDA 2 2026 on social media or unofficial pages treat them as unverified estimates at best UPSC has not authorized any such figures at this stage.

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How to Prepare for Your SSB Interview Quick Pointers

With roughly two weeks to register and a few more weeks likely before your actual SSB dates here’s where to focus your preparation

Revisit your Personal Information Questionnaire (PIQ) fundamentals your SSB interview will heavily draw on the personal, academic and family background details you’ll fill in during registration.
Build general awareness and current affairs knowledge particularly defence related news since this often surfaces in both the Group Discussion and Personal Interview stages.
Practice group tasks and situation reaction tests (SRTs) if you haven’t already these form a core part of Stage 2 assessment and reward quick practical thinking over rehearsed answers.
Focus on physical fitness since certain outdoor tasks during the SSB process do assess basic physical coordination and stamina alongside the psychological and intelligence components.

Documents to Keep Ready for SSB

Original age proof birth certificate or Class 10 marksheet
Original educational qualification certificates Class 12 marksheet certificate as applicable
NDA 2 2026 written exam admit card
Several recent passport-size photographs
Valid government photo ID
Printout of your SSB registration confirmation from joinindianarmy.nic.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: When was the UPSC NDA 2 2026 written result declared?

The written result was declared on October 9, 2026 on the official website upsc.gov.in.

Q2: Is this result a final merit list?

No. This is a roll number wise written result qualifying candidates for the SSB Interview. The final merit list based on combined written and SSB marks comes later.

Q3: How do I register for the SSB Interview after clearing the NDA 2 written result?

Register online at joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of the result declaration approximately by October 23, 2026. Candidates already registered don’t need to register again.

Q4: Has the UPSC NDA 2 2026 cut-off been released?

No. Marks and cut off details are released only after the final result (post-SSB) not at the written result stage.

Q5: How many vacancies are there in NDA 2 2026?

There are 394 vacancies across the NDA Army, Navy, Air Force wings and the Naval Academy 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme.

Q6: When does the 158th NDA Course begin?

The 158th NDA Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course are scheduled to commence on July 1, 2027.

Q7: What is the SSB Interview process like?

It’s a 5-day Intelligence and Personality Test conducted in two stages Stage 1 OIR test and Picture Perception and Stage 2 Psychological tests Group Testing Officer tasks and Personal Interview followed by a medical examination.

Q8: Should I send my original certificates to UPSC after clearing the written result?

No. Original age and educational certificates must be carried directly to the SSB not sent to UPSC.

Q9: What is the NDA 2 written exam pattern?

The written exam consists of Mathematics 300 marks, 2.5 hours and General Ability Test 600 marks, 2.5 hours totaling 900 marks across 5 hours.

Q10: Do written exam marks and SSB marks carry equal weight in the final selection?

Yes. The written exam accounts for 900 marks and the SSB Interview carries an additional 900 marks making both stages equally significant in the final merit calculation.

Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information as of October 10, 2026. Candidates should always cross verify their result SSB registration deadline and further details on the official websites upsc.gov.in and joinindianarmy.nic.in as the final source of truth.

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