UPSC NDA 2 Admit Card 2026 has been released for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026. The Union Public Service Commission has activated the official e-Admit Card link for candidates appearing in the examination on 13 September 2026. Candidates should use only the UPSC candidate portal to download the hall ticket and must verify the examination centre and reporting instructions printed on it.
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UPSC NDA 2 Admit Card 2026 Overview
| Exam authority | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Examination | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 |
| Exam date | 13 September 2026 |
| Admit card | Online e-Admit Card |
| Official portal | upsconline.nic.in |
| Original notification date | 20 May 2026 |
UPSC's official examination archive confirms that NDA and NA Examination (II), 2026 will be held on 13 September 2026. The application window has already closed, so candidates should not look for an Apply Now link. This update is only for downloading the hall ticket and preparing for examination day.
How to Download UPSC NDA 2 Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official UPSC candidate portal at upsconline.nic.in.
- Sign in with the credentials requested by the UPSC account portal.
- Choose the e-Admit Card for National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026.
- Open the hall ticket and verify the roll number, centre, reporting instructions and exam details.
- Download the PDF and print a clean copy for use on 13 September 2026.
What to Check on the NDA 2 Hall Ticket
- Candidate name and roll number
- Examination centre and complete venue
- Reporting and entry-closing time
- Paper timings
- Photo and identity instructions
- Any special directions issued by UPSC
Candidates should report well before the entry-closing time shown on the admit card. They should also carry the required original photo identity document and follow the official examination instructions.
NDA 2 Exam Date and Official Schedule
| Notification released | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application closing date | 11 June 2026 |
| NDA 2 exam date | 13 September 2026 |
| Duration | One day |
The original UPSC notification covers admission to the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy through the September 2026 examination. Candidates should rely on the official notification and their individual admit card for the final paper schedule and centre-specific instructions.
Official UPSC NDA 2 Links
| Download NDA 2 admit card | Official UPSC candidate portal |
|---|---|
| Official admit-card page | View UPSC admit-card notice |
| Official press note | Download press note PDF |
| Original notification | Download NDA II notification PDF |
Students can also browse our Admit Card, Defence Jobs and India Jobs pages for verified government examination updates.
UPSC NDA 2 Admit Card 2026 FAQs
Is the UPSC NDA 2 Admit Card 2026 released?
Yes. UPSC has activated the official e-Admit Card page for NDA and NA Examination (II), 2026.
When will NDA 2 2026 be held?
The examination is scheduled for 13 September 2026.
What is the official NDA admit card website?
Candidates should use the official UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in.
Can I use an Apply Now link for this update?
No. The application period has closed. This is an admit-card update, so candidates should use the Download Admit Card link only.