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UPSC NDA 1 Answer Key 2026 Release Date:  The Union Public Service Commission successfully conducted the written examination for National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy Examination (I) on 12 April 2026 at various exam centres across the country. The examination consisted of two papers—Mathematics and the General Ability Test (GAT).

Candidates who appeared for the exam are now waiting for the release of the provisional answer key, which will allow them to evaluate their performance. Once released, the answer key will include solutions for all sets A, B, C, and D, and will be available on the official website upsc.gov.in.

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NDA Answer Key 2026 Download Link:

The provisional answer key will help candidates compare their responses with the officially provided solutions. This process allows aspirants to estimate their probable scores even before the final result is declared.

Candidates will be able to download the NDA Answer Key 2026 directly from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission once it is released. The answer key will be provided in PDF format for both Mathematics and GAT papers.

How to Download UPSC NDA 1 2026 Answer Key?

Candidates can follow the steps below to download the provisional answer key once it is available:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission at upsc.gov.in.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Answer Key’ section on the homepage.

Step 3: Select the link titled “Answer Key for National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (1), 2026.”

Step 4: The NDA Maths and GAT answer key PDFs will appear on the screen.

Step 5: Download the PDF and check the correct answers.

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Objection Window and Selection Process

After the provisional answer key is released, candidates may also get the opportunity to raise objections if they find any discrepancies in the answers. After reviewing objections, the Commission will release the final answer key.

Selection for the National Defence Academy (NDA) Examination is based on performance in the written examination, followed by the SSB interview conducted by the Services Selection Board.


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