UPSC NDA and CDS registration window 2025 closing tomorrow: Direct links to apply here
UPSC CDS and NDA application process 2025: The Union Public Service Commission will close the registration window for UPSC NDA and CDS 2026 tomorrow, December 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Applications submitted after this time will not be accepted. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria can visit the official website to submit their applications. UPSC released the NDA and NA (I) 2026 notification on December 10, 2025.The recruitment drive aims to fill 394 vacancies. Posts are available in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Naval Academy. Selected candidates will be commissioned as Lieutenants. The written examination will be held on April 12, 2026.
UPSC NDA eligibility and fees
Only unmarried male and female candidates can apply. Eligible candidates must be born between July 1, 2007 and July 1, 2010. Applicants must meet educational and physical standards.The application fee is Rs. 100 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST, female candidates and wards of JCOs, NCOs and OR are exempted.
UPSC CDS eligibility and fees
Eligibility depends on the academy and course. Age limits vary for IMA, INA, AFA and OTA. Candidates must check the official notification carefully.The application fee is Rs. 200 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST and female candidates are exempted.
UPSC selection process
Both NDA and CDS follow the same selection process. Candidates must clear the written examination. Shortlisted candidates appear for the SSB interview. Document verification and medical examination follow.
UPSC NDA and CDS 2026: Steps to apply
Candidates can follow the steps elucidated here to apply for the UPSC NDA and CDS 2026 exam:
- Visit upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or log in.
- Select NDA & NA (I) 2026 or CDS (I) 2026.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph, signature and ID proof.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the form before 6:00 pm on December 30, 2025.
- Download the confirmation page for reference.
Candidates can click on the link mentioned here to apply for the UPSC NDA exam.Aspirants can click on the link provided here to apply for the UPSC CDS exam.
