The National Defence Academy (NDA) Answer Key 2026 is released after the written examination to help candidates estimate their scores before the official result declaration.
While the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) releases the official answer key after the final selection process, several coaching institutes publish unofficial answer keys immediately after the exam.
| Exam Cycle | Unofficial Answer Key | Official UPSC Answer Key |
|---|---|---|
| NDA (I) 2026 | Same Day / Next Day | After Final Result (Expected 2027) |
| NDA (II) 2026 | Same Day / Next Day | After Final Result (Expected 2027) |
UPSC releases the official answer key only after the entire recruitment cycle concludes.
The answer key is available publicly without login credentials.
Compare your estimated score with previous years’ cut-offs to predict selection chances.
UPSC releases the official answer key after final results. It is not published immediately after exam. Unofficial keys are available earlier.
UPSC does not provide a challenge window. The answer key is final once released. No objections are entertained.
Unofficial keys provide rough estimates. They may contain minor errors. Official UPSC key is authoritative.
Use official marking scheme. Add marks for correct answers. Deduct negative marks carefully.
Yes, Mathematics and GAT keys are separate. Both are published in PDF format. Candidates should download both.
The official answer key is available on UPSC website. No login is required. Check under Examination section.
Answer key helps estimate score only. Final merit depends on written and SSB scores. Official result determines selection.
Yes, approximate cut-off can be predicted. Compare with previous years’ trends. Final cut-off is officially declared later.