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Indian Naval Academy — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme
Recruited through the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination. Pay, age limit and qualification below are as printed in the official notice.
Pay level
₹56,100 p.m. stipend during training (starting pay in Level 10)
Age limit
Born 01 Jan 2008 – 01 Jan 2011
Classification
120th INAC — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme (all Executive Branch)
Vacancies
24 (21 male, 3 female)
Department
| Ministry / department | Pay level | Group | Age limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Naval Academy (120th INAC) | ₹56,100 p.m. stipend during training (starting pay in Level 10) | 120th INAC — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme (all Executive Branch) | Born 01 Jan 2008 – 01 Jan 2011 |
Eligibility
Educational qualification
12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University (candidates appearing in 12th Class may also apply). Unmarried candidates only.
Age limit
Born 01 Jan 2008 – 01 Jan 2011, with category-wise relaxation as per the notice.
Exam stages for this post
Written examination (Mathematics 300 + General Ability Test 600 marks), then SSB Test/Interview (900 marks) and medical examination.
See the full UPSC NDA exam pattern →UPSC NDA 2026 important dates
| Notification | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online application (last date) | 9 June 2026 (6 pm) |
| Written examination | 13 September 2026 |
| Course commencement | 1 July 2027 (158th NDA Course and 120th INA Course) |
Source: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 — Examination Notice No. 10/2026-NDA-II (published 20 May 2026). Apply only on upsc.gov.in.
Frequently asked questions
What is the salary (pay level) of Indian Naval Academy — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme through UPSC NDA?
₹56,100 p.m. stipend during training (starting pay in Level 10), as printed in the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 — Examination Notice No. 10/2026-NDA-II. In-hand pay also depends on allowances such as DA and HRA.
What is the age limit for UPSC NDA Indian Naval Academy — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme 2026?
Candidates must be born 01 Jan 2008 – 01 Jan 2011, with upper-age relaxation for reserved categories as per the notice.
What qualification is required for Indian Naval Academy — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme?
12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University (candidates appearing in 12th Class may also apply). Unmarried candidates only.
Which exam stages apply to Indian Naval Academy — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme?
Written examination (Mathematics 300 + General Ability Test 600 marks), then SSB Test/Interview (900 marks) and medical examination.
How many Indian Naval Academy — 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme vacancies are there?
24 (21 male, 3 female), as per the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 — Examination Notice No. 10/2026-NDA-II.