Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the answer key for the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026. Candidates who participated in the examination conducted on 12th April 2026 can now access the provisional answer key.
Key Highlights
| Particulars |
Details |
| Release Date |
16th April 2026 |
| Objection Period |
18th April 2026 to 22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Mode |
Online |
| Official Website |
upsc.gov.in |
How to Check Answer Key
- Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Examination or Answer Keys section.
- Click on Provisional Answer Key: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026.
- Download the separate PDFs for Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT).
- Save the PDF for future reference.
Objection Process
- Visit upsc.gov.in and access the objection link (available from 18th April 2026).
- Log in using your credentials (if required).
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Provide supporting documents/references (Question No., Set Code, etc.).
- Submit your representation before 22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM).
- No fee is required for raising objections.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Exam Conducted |
12th April 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released |
16th April 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection |
22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Final Answer Key (Expected) |
May 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Expected) |
June/July 2026 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
The NDA 1 2026 exam was conducted on 12th April 2026.
Visit upsc.gov.in and navigate to the Examination section to download the answer key.
The objection period is from 18th April 2026 to 22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM).
No, there is usually no fee for raising objections in UPSC exams.
The final answer key is expected to be released in May 2026.
The results are expected to be declared in June/July 2026.
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