The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the final merit list of 617 candidates who have successfully qualified in the NDA & NA (I) Examination 2026. These candidates are recommended for admission to the 157th Course of the National Defence Academy and the 119th Indian Naval Academy Course.
The final selection is based on the performance in the written examination conducted on 12th April 2026, followed by the SSB Interviews conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB) under the Ministry of Defence.
Important Highlights
- Total Candidates Recommended: 617
- Course Intake: NDA 157th Course and INAC 119th Course
- Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- SSB Conducted By: Services Selection Board, Ministry of Defence
- Result Status: Final Merit List (Medical Results Not Considered)
- Official Website: https://www.upsc.gov.in
NDA 1 2026 Top 10 Male Toppers
| Rank | Roll Number | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7943704 | ISHAAN PACHAURI |
| 2 | 6440787 | AARSH KUKREJA |
| 3 | 1449019 | KAUSTAV BAUNTHIYAL |
| 4 | 1450377 | ISH PHOGAT |
| 5 | 7741064 | MITHLESH YADAV |
| 6 | 1043165 | ARPIT KUMAR MISHRA |
| 7 | 1440205 | SHUBHAM KUMAR |
| 8 | 1446372 | MOHAN SHARMA |
| 9 | 6148190 | MANKALA HARISH |
| 10 | 4941608 | AMAN SHARMA |
NDA 1 2026 Top 10 Female Toppers
| Rank | Roll Number | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0344615 | SHREYA N GOWDA |
| 2 | 3440950 | AVIKA SHARMA |
| 3 | 0240856 | RAJSHREE RAI |
| 4 | 1153554 | PANKAJ KUMARI |
| 5 | 1151341 | VANSHIKA CHOUDHARY |
| 6 | 6645515 | SAANVI THAMPI |
| 7 | 5941291 | ANUSHKA NEGI |
| 8 | 3547202 | CHARVI SINGLA |
| 9 | 1147096 | RUCHI PUNIA |
| 10 | 6342814 | MANSI SHEORAN |
Note to Candidates
- The medical examination results have not been considered in this merit list.
- The candidature remains provisional, subject to verification of documents such as educational qualifications and date of birth.
- All queries regarding SSB interviews or joining formalities should be directed to the respective service headquarters:
- Army: joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Navy: joinindiannavy.gov.in
- Air Force: careerindianairforce.cdac.in
Contact Information
For any assistance regarding the results, candidates can contact the UPSC Facilitation Counter at:
- Phone: 011-23385271 / 011-23381125 / 011-23098543
- Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Working Days)
What’s Next?
Candidates are advised to regularly check the respective websites for updates regarding joining instructions, course commencement, and medical clearance.
Congratulations to all the selected candidates for achieving this remarkable milestone in their journey to serve the nation!
