NDANA 2026 Admit Card: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will conduct the National Defense Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026 on 12 April 2026 at various centers across India. Candidates who have been admitted to the exam will have to download their e-admit card from the official UPSC portal once it is available. No paper admit card will be issued for this session.The e-admit card should be printed and saved till the declaration of final result. Candidates will be allowed to appear at the examination venue only if they produce the printed e-admit card along with a valid photo ID card printed on the admit card.Admit Card and Confirmation InstructionsCandidates whose photograph on the e-admit card is unclear, missing, or does not include the candidate’s name and date should bring a valid photo ID card with their name and date and two passport size photographs. One photo will be required for each session. Any discrepancy in the e-admit card should be reported to UPSC immediately through the official email ID: usnda-upsc@nic.in.• Direct Link to Read Official Notice PDF Laws of time and placeAdmission to the examination center will close 30 minutes before the scheduled start of each session: 10:00 AM for the morning session and 2:00 PM for the afternoon session. Candidates should appear only at the venue mentioned in their e-admit card. Entry will not be allowed after the gate is closed.Permitted and Prohibited ItemsCandidates are not allowed to carry bags, mobile phones, smart/digital watches, electronic devices, books or any other restricted items in the examination hall. The Commission shall not arrange for storage of such items. Only e-admit card, identity proof, passport size photographs and a black ball point pen are allowed to fill the OMR sheets. Generic wristwatches without any special features are allowed. Smart watches are strictly prohibited.Post-Exam InstructionsUse or possession of electronic devices inside the venue may result in disciplinary action, including cancellation of candidature or registration of an FIR. Candidates who have changed their name should carry a government-issued photo ID that reflects the updated name. Representation on the question paper can be submitted online through the UPSC QPRep portal from 13th April to 19th April 2026 till 6:00 PM.Candidates are advised to follow all instructions carefully to ensure smooth conduct of the examination.
