The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the application deadline for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Combined Defence Services (CDS) II 2026 examinations. Candidates now have until June 11, 2026, to submit their applications. This extension provides additional time for aspirants, including those who have completed Class 12, to apply for these prestigious defence entrance exams.
Application Process
All interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official UPSC portal at upsconline.nic.in. The application process is entirely digital, and no offline submissions will be accepted. Applicants are advised to carefully fill in their details, upload required documents, and pay the application fee before the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria
For the NDA exam, candidates must have passed or be appearing for the Class 12 examination from a recognized board. For CDS II, eligibility varies by academy: graduates are eligible for Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Air Force Academy (AFA), while graduates with engineering degrees can apply for Officers Training Academy (OTA).
Important Dates
- Application deadline: June 11, 2026
- Exam date: To be announced
Candidates are urged to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. For more details, visit the UPSC website.
