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The NDA 1 2027 notification will be released by UPSC on 2 December 2026, with the online application open till 22 December 2026 and the written exam on 11 April 2027 (per the official UPSC Calendar 2027). NDA recruits unmarried candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 for the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and the Indian Naval Academy. Both men and women are eligible.
The NDA 1 2027 exam (National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination I) is the UPSC gateway for Class 12 students to become officers in the Indian Armed Forces. With the official UPSC Calendar 2027 already out, dates are confirmed — this guide covers the notification, application, eligibility, exam pattern, vacancies and selection. For branch rules see the NDA 1 2027 eligibility guide, for the test structure see the exam pattern & syllabus, and to apply read the application form guide.
NDA 1 2027 Notification — Important Dates (Official)
| Event | Date (NDA 1 2027) |
|---|---|
| Notification release | 2 December 2026 |
| Online application opens | 2 December 2026 |
| Application last date | 22 December 2026 |
| Application correction window | Late December 2026 |
| Admit card | Late March 2027 |
| NDA 1 2027 written exam | 11 April 2027 |
Dates are from the official UPSC Annual Calendar 2027. UPSC may revise dates for administrative reasons — always confirm on upsc.gov.in.
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NDA 1 2026 was released for 394 vacancies; NDA 1 2027 is expected in a similar 370–400 range. The typical split is:
| Wing | Approx. Vacancies |
|---|---|
| National Defence Academy — Army | ≈208 (incl. women) |
| National Defence Academy — Navy | ≈42 |
| National Defence Academy — Air Force | ≈120 |
| Indian Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | ≈36 |
Exact wing-wise vacancies and the number of seats reserved for women are announced in the notification. See eligibility per wing in the NDA 1 2027 eligibility guide.
NDA 1 2027 Eligibility (Summary)
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizen (and others as per UPSC rules) |
| Age | Born between 2 July 2008 and 1 July 2011 (approx.) |
| Marital status | Unmarried |
| Education (Army) | Class 12 pass / appearing |
| Education (Navy & Air Force / INA) | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry & Maths |
| Gender | Men and women both eligible |
Full age tables, physical and medical standards are in the NDA 1 2027 eligibility criteria.
NDA 1 2027 Exam Pattern
The NDA written exam has two papers — Mathematics (300 marks) and General Ability Test (GAT, 600 marks) — totalling 900 marks, followed by the SSB Interview (900 marks). Both papers are objective with negative marking. Full breakdown in the exam pattern & syllabus guide.
NDA 1 2027 Selection Process
Selection has two stages: (1) the UPSC written examination (Maths + GAT), and (2) the SSB Interview — a 5-day process with screening (OIR + PPDT), psychological tests, GTO tasks, the personal interview and a conference, followed by a medical examination. Prepare for the written stage with the NDA 2027 study plan and read the NDA 1 2027 cut off to set a target.
How to Apply for NDA 1 2027
When the window opens on 2 December 2026: register on the UPSC One Time Registration (OTR) portal, fill the NDA 1 2027 form on upsconline.nic.in, upload your photo and signature, pay the ₹100 fee (women and SC/ST are exempt), and submit before 22 December 2026. Step-by-step help is in the NDA 1 2027 application form guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will the NDA 1 2027 notification be released?
The NDA 1 2027 notification will be released by UPSC on 2 December 2026, as per the official UPSC Annual Calendar 2027, on upsc.gov.in.
What is the NDA 1 2027 exam date?
The NDA 1 2027 written exam is scheduled for 11 April 2027 by UPSC.
What is the last date to apply for NDA 1 2027?
The online application is expected to close on 22 December 2026.
How many vacancies are expected in NDA 1 2027?
NDA 1 2026 had 394 vacancies; NDA 1 2027 is expected in a similar 370–400 range across NDA (Army, Navy, Air Force) and the Indian Naval Academy.
Can girls apply for NDA 1 2027?
Yes. Since 2022, unmarried women are eligible for the National Defence Academy across the Army, Navy and Air Force wings, subject to the notification’s vacancy reservation.
What is the age limit for NDA 1 2027?
Candidates must be born between roughly 2 July 2008 and 1 July 2011 (about 16.5 to 19.5 years); exact birth-date limits are confirmed in the notification.
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