NDA 2 2026 Admit Card Releasing Soon at upsc.gov.in: Check Download Steps, Shift Timings and Exam Day Rules

Lakhs of defence aspirants are on standby. The NDA 2 2026 admit card is set to be released soon by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026. With the exam confirmed for September 13, 2026 (Sunday), the UPSC NDA hall ticket is expected to go live in the first week of September — likely around September 6, 2026 — as UPSC typically issues the e-Admit Card a few days before exam day.

Once released, the UPSC NDA admit card 2026 will be available for download only at upsc.gov.in, using your Registration ID or Roll Number along with your date of birth. No candidate is allowed inside the examination hall without a valid printout, so downloading it early is essential. Here's everything you need to know about the NDA 2026 admit card, the shift timings, and the exam-day guidelines.

NDA 2 2026 Admit Card: Key Details

NDA 2 2026 Admit Card Date: When Will It Release?

UPSC has not announced a separate confirmed NDA admit card date, but based on its standard practice of releasing the e-Admit Card shortly before the exam, the NDA 2 2026 admit card is expected around September 6, 2026. Candidates should keep checking upsc.gov.in from the first week of September onwards.

An important point to remember: UPSC issues the hall ticket in online mode only and does not send it by post or email. The download link is activated on the official website, and candidates must retrieve it themselves before the exam.

NDA 2 2026 Exam Date and Shift Timings

The NDA 2 2026 exam will be held on September 13, 2026 in a single day, across test centres in more than 70 cities. The written test is conducted in two shifts:

Each paper is of 2.5 hours' duration. Candidates must appear in both shifts. Since exact reporting time and centre details are printed on the individual hall ticket, always cross-check the timings on your own NDA hall ticket once it is released.

How to Download the NDA 2 2026 Admit Card

Follow these steps to download your UPSC NDA admit card 2026 once the link is active:

1. Visit the official UPSC website — upsc.gov.in.

2. Go to the e-Admit Card section on the homepage.

3. Click the link titled "Admit Card for National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026".

4. Log in using your Registration ID or Roll Number, along with your date of birth and the captcha code.

5. Your NDA 2026 admit card will appear on screen — check every detail carefully.

6. Download the PDF and take a clear printout for the exam.

7. Save a soft copy as a backup.

What to Check on Your NDA Hall Ticket

After downloading, verify the following details on your NDA hall ticket and report any discrepancy to UPSC immediately:

• Candidate's name, photograph and signature

• Roll number and registration ID

• Examination centre name and address

• Exam date, reporting time and shift timings

• Instructions printed on the admit card

NDA 2 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

To avoid any last-minute trouble at the centre, keep these guidelines in mind:

• Carry a printed copy of the NDA 2 2026 admit card — entry is not allowed without it.

• Carry one original valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN card, Voter ID, driving licence or passport).

• Reach the exam centre at least 60 minutes before the reporting time.

• Carry a black ballpoint pen for the OMR sheet and attendance.

• Simple analogue watches are allowed; smartwatches and electronic gadgets are prohibited.

• Ensure your name and photograph are clearly visible on the admit card.

NDA 2 2026 Exam Pattern

The NDA 2 2026 selection has two stages — a written examination followed by the SSB Interview, each carrying 900 marks. The written exam structure is:

There is negative marking — one-third of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for each wrong answer. The Mathematics paper is based on the Class 12 level, while the GAT covers English and General Knowledge (Physics, Chemistry, General Science, History, Geography and Current Affairs). Candidates who clear the written exam are shortlisted for the SSB Interview.

Direct Links

• NDA 2 2026 Admit Card Download (active after release): [insert live link]

• UPSC official website: https://upsc.gov.in