The National Defence Academy (NDA) Cut Off 2026 is the minimum qualifying mark required to clear the written examination and proceed to the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) releases the official cut-off marks after the completion of the entire recruitment cycle. The cut-off varies for NDA (I) and NDA (II) based on exam difficulty and number of applicants.
Based on previous trends, the expected written exam cut-off for NDA 2026 may range between:
Candidates must qualify both Mathematics and GAT papers separately.
| Year | Written Cut Off (Out of 900) | Final Cut Off (Out of 1800) |
|---|---|---|
| NDA 2023 (I) | 301 | 664 |
| NDA 2023 (II) | 292 | 656 |
| NDA 2024 (I) | 291 | 654 |
| NDA 2024 (II) | 305 | 673 |
Cut-offs fluctuate each year depending on exam difficulty and vacancy numbers.
The final merit cut-off is calculated based on:
Candidates must clear the written cut-off to be eligible for SSB. Final selection depends on combined performance.
The expected cut-off may range between 340 and 360 marks. Exact marks depend on difficulty level. UPSC releases official cut-off later.
Yes, candidates must secure minimum marks in each paper. Usually around 25% per subject. Failing one paper leads to disqualification.
Final cut-off is based on total 1800 marks. It includes written and SSB scores. Merit list is prepared accordingly.
No, written cut-off is common for all wings. Final allocation depends on preference and merit. Eligibility differs for certain branches.
Use previous year trends as reference. Analyze exam difficulty level. Compare with expected competition.
It varies yearly. Sometimes NDA I has higher cut-off. Exam difficulty influences variation.
Thousands qualify the written stage. Only shortlisted candidates attend SSB. Final selection numbers are limited.
UPSC releases cut-off after final results. It is published on official website. Usually after completion of entire cycle.