The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the result of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA) 1 2026. The result was announced on 8 May 2026, bringing excitement and relief to thousands of defence aspirants across the country.
NDA 1 2026 Result Declared: 7903 Candidates Qualify for SSB Interview
According to the released data, a total of 7,903 candidates have successfully cleared the written examination and are now eligible to appear for the next stage of the selection process — the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview. Reports state that among the qualified candidates, 7,399 are boys and 504 are girls.
The NDA 1 2026 examination was conducted on 12 April 2026 at various examination centres across India. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their roll numbers in the official merit list PDF released by UPSC.
How to Check NDA 1 2026 Result
Candidates can follow these simple steps to check their result:
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Open the “Examinations” section.
- Click on the NDA & NA (I) 2026 Result link.
- Download the PDF file.
- Use Ctrl + F to search for your roll number.
What Happens After the Result?
Candidates who have qualified in the written examination must now prepare for the SSB Interview, which is considered one of the most important stages of the defence selection process. The SSB is a five-day assessment procedure designed to evaluate leadership qualities, communication skills, personality traits, and officer-like qualities in candidates.
The SSB process generally includes:
- Screening Test
- Psychological Tests
- Group Testing Officer (GTO) Tasks
- Personal Interview
- Conference Round
After clearing the SSB Interview, candidates will undergo a medical examination before the final merit list is prepared.
Important Instructions for Qualified Candidates
UPSC has advised shortlisted candidates to complete their registration process on the respective armed forces recruitment websites within the prescribed time period. Candidates should also keep all educational and identity documents ready for verification during the SSB process.
The declaration of the NDA 1 2026 result marks the beginning of the next challenging phase for defence aspirants. Candidates who have qualified should now focus on personality development, communication skills, and physical fitness to improve their chances of final selection into the Indian Armed Forces.
