UPSC NDA, NA 1 2026 final result declared; 617 candidates qualify for admission to Army, Navy and Air Force: Direct link to download scorecards

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Medical fitness and document verification remain subject to the prescribed admission requirements. (PTI Photo)(PTI09_13_2026_000447B) The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the final result of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026.

A total of 617 candidates have qualified for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy (NDA) for the 157th Course and the Indian Naval Academy for the 119th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC).The merit list has been prepared based on candidates' performance in the written examination conducted on April 12, 2026, followed by interviews conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB) of the Ministry of Defence.

Candidates who appeared in both stages can check the final selection list on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.The commission has released the list of qualified candidates in order of merit. The result marks the completion of the written examination and interview stages of the selection process.

However, the declaration of the result does not mean that all 617 candidates have received unconditional admission, as their candidature remains provisional and subject to the fulfilment of prescribed eligibility requirements.UPSC NDA, NA 1 2026 result: How was the merit list prepared?

The final merit list has been drawn up on the basis of the written examination and subsequent SSB interviews. Candidates should note that the marks obtained by individual candidates will not be available immediately with the declaration of the final result.According to UPSC, the marks of candidates will be uploaded to its official website 15 days after the declaration of the final results.

Candidates can visit upsc.gov.in to access the relevant information once it becomes available.The commission has also provided a facilitation mechanism for candidates seeking clarification regarding the examination. Its facilitation counter on the UPSC campus remains available on working days between 10 AM and 5:30 PM.Candidates can alternatively contact the UPSC helpdesk at 011-24041001 and 011-40303444 between 9 AM and 8 PM on all days.UPSC NDA, NA 1 2026 result: Steps to download scorecards UPSC has clarified that candidates' marks will be made available on its official website 15 days after the declaration of the final result.

Candidates can follow these steps to check and download their scorecards once the marks are uploaded:Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission at upsc.gov.in.Navigate to the Examinations or What's New section on the homepage.Look for the link titled NDA and NA Examination (I), 2026 marks or the relevant marks notification.Click on the marks link to access the scorecard or marks list.Enter the required login credentials, if prompted, such as roll number and other requested details.Submit the details to view the marks obtained in the examination.Download the scorecard and take a printout for future reference.Once downloaded, verify the details mentioned in the scorecard and retain a copy for future reference.

Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to download the UPSC NDA, NA 1 result 2026.Candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official website for the latest updates. Get the latest Education News and Live updates.

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