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NDA Result 2026 LIVE: UPSC NDA 1 Result Expected to Release Today at upsc.gov.in - Check Steps and Past Years Trends Here

Anisha Mishra
May 6, 2026, 17:58 IST

The Union Public Service Commission, UPSC is expected to release the written exam results for the National Defence Academy (NDA) 1 2026 today, May 6. Candidates who appeared for the exam on April 12 can check their roll numbers in the official merit list PDF at upsc.gov.in.

[LIVE] NDA Result 2026 Expected to Release Today at upsc.gov.in - Check Steps and Past Years Trends Here
[LIVE] NDA Result 2026 Expected to Release Today at upsc.gov.in - Check Steps and Past Years Trends Here

HIGHLIGHTS

  • As candidates eagerly await the NDA 1 2026 result announcement stay tuned on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in,
  • Aspirants are strongly advised to keep their UPSC roll numbers ready to quickly verify their qualification status once the merit list PDF is released.
  • The result, expected today, May 6, is the gateway to the crucial Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview phase for all successful candidates.

The Union Public Service Commission, UPSC is anticipated to announce the results for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026 today, May 6, 2026. This written examination is a crucial step for aspirants and was conducted recently on April 12 across a multitude of centers throughout India, marking a significant event for thousands of candidates seeking to join the prestigious academies.

Once the results are officially declared and made public, all participating candidates will be able to access the merit list directly on the UPSC's official website, which is upsc.gov.in. A dedicated PDF link will be provided for easy download, and this document will contain the roll numbers of every candidate who has successfully qualified and been shortlisted for the subsequent phase of the selection process, which is the crucial Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview.

NDA 1 Exam 2026: Important Dates

Candidates can check below the important dates of the NDA 1 exam 2026.

Event

Date

Exam Date

12-Apr-2026

Answer Key released

16-Apr-2026

Objection Window

18-Apr-2026 to 22-Apr-2026

Result Date

May first week (tentatively)

How to Check the NDA 1 Result and Next Steps

  1. Navigate to Examinations: Click on the "Active Examinations" section.
  2. Find the Result Link: Click on the "NDA 1 2026 Result" link.
  3. Check the Result: Open the PDF merit list and use your admit card to quickly verify your roll number.
  4. Register for SSB (If Qualified): Successful candidates must register on the official Indian Army recruitment website.
  5. Select Interview Details: Choose your SSB interview centers and dates on the registration portal.
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