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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the e-Admit cards for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 and the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026. Candidates appearing for either examination can download their hall tickets through the official UPSC website.

The UPSC NDA 2 and CDS 2 examinations are scheduled to be conducted across India on September 13, 2026. Candidates must carry a printed copy of their e-Admit card to the examination centre. Those who fail to produce the required admit card at the venue will not be permitted to enter the examination.

UPSC NDA, CDS 2 Admit Card 2026: Documents to Carry

Candidates should carry the following documents to the examination venue:

• A printed copy of the e-Admit card

• The photo identity card whose number is mentioned on the e-Admit card

The prescribed photo ID must be carried during each session of the examination. Candidates should ensure that the details on their identity document match the information provided in their e-Admit card.

UPSC has also advised candidates to reach the examination centre well before the reporting time. Candidates may need sufficient time for face authentication, identity verification and frisking procedures.

UPSC NDA, CDS 2 Exam 2026: Entry Timings

Candidates should carefully follow the entry timings mentioned by UPSC. Entry to the examination venue will close 30 minutes before the scheduled commencement of each session.

Candidates arriving after the respective entry deadline will not be allowed to enter the examination venue.

Candidates must also appear only at the examination venue specified on their e-Admit card. Requests to appear at a different examination centre will not be accepted.

Steps to Download UPSC NDA, CDS 2 Admit Card 2026

Candidates can download their e-Admit cards by following these steps:

• First visit the UPSC official website.

• Find the link related to the NDA, CDS 2 Admit Card 2026.

• Enter the required login credentials.

• Click on Submit.

• The e-Admit card will appear on the screen.

• Check the details mentioned on the admit card carefully.

• Download the e-Admit card.

• Take a printout and preserve it for the examination.

Candidates can also access the admit card through the UPSC online candidate portal.

Direct Link To UPSC Online Candidate Portal

Important Instructions for UPSC NDA and CDS 2 Candidates

Candidates should keep the following instructions in mind before appearing for the examination:

• Carry the printed e-Admit card to the examination venue.

• Bring the same photo ID mentioned on the e-Admit card.

• Carry the required identity document in every examination session.

• Reach the venue well before the entry closing time.

• Appear only at the examination centre mentioned on the e-Admit card.

• Do not expect entry after the prescribed closing time.

• Check all details on the e-Admit card before leaving for the examination.

Candidates should preserve their e-Admit card until the final results of the respective examination are declared.

UPSC NDA CDS 2 Exam 2026

The NDA and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 and Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 will be conducted on September 13. Candidates appearing for these examinations should regularly check the official UPSC website for any additional instructions or updates.

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) — Official examination and e-Admit card portal.