The NDA 1 2027 notification date is now fixed. As per the official UPSC examination calendar for 2027, the Union Public Service Commission will release the NDA & NA (I) 2027 and CDS (I) 2027 notifications on 2 December 2026.
Both written exams will be held on the same day, 11 April 2027. So, if you are planning to join the Army, Navy or Air Force as an officer through NDA or CDS, here are all the dates you need in one place.
NDA 1 2027 Notification Date And Exam Date
The NDA & NA (I) 2027 exam is for candidates who want to join the National Defence Academy and the Naval Academy. The application window will stay open for three weeks from the day of the notification.
| Event | NDA & NA (I) 2027 |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 2 December 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Last date to apply | 22 December 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Written exam date | 11 April 2027 (Sunday) |
| Duration of exam | 1 day |
If you are starting your preparation now, first go through the NDA 2027 syllabus and exam pattern and then read our five tips to prepare for NDA (1) 2027.
CDS 1 2027 Notification Date And Exam Date
The CDS (I) 2027 exam follows the same schedule as NDA 1 2027. The notification, the last date to apply and the written exam all fall on the same dates.
| Event | CDS (I) 2027 |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 2 December 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Last date to apply | 22 December 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Written exam date | 11 April 2027 (Sunday) |
| Duration of exam | 1 day |
You can check the complete paper-wise topics in our CDS 2027 syllabus and exam pattern guide.
NDA 2 2027 And CDS 2 2027 Dates
The UPSC calendar also gives the dates for the second attempt of the year. NDA & NA (II) 2027 and CDS (II) 2027 will again be held together.
| Event | NDA & NA (II) 2027 and CDS (II) 2027 |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 12 May 2027 (Wednesday) |
| Last date to apply | 1 June 2027 (Tuesday) |
| Written exam date | 19 September 2027 (Sunday) |
| Duration of exam | 1 day |
All UPSC Defence Exam Dates For 2027 At A Glance
| Exam | Notification | Last date to apply | Exam date |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDA & NA (I) 2027 | 2 Dec 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 11 Apr 2027 |
| CDS (I) 2027 | 2 Dec 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 11 Apr 2027 |
| CAPF (ACs) 2027 | 17 Feb 2027 | 9 Mar 2027 | 4 Jul 2027 |
| NDA & NA (II) 2027 | 12 May 2027 | 1 Jun 2027 | 19 Sep 2027 |
| CDS (II) 2027 | 12 May 2027 | 1 Jun 2027 | 19 Sep 2027 |
Please note that UPSC has mentioned in the calendar that the dates of notification, commencement and duration of the exams can change if the circumstances so warrant. The calendar was issued on 20 May 2026.
What Should You Do Before 2 December 2026
The application window is only three weeks long, so it is better to be ready before the notification comes out. Keep your documents and photograph ready, and keep checking the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in, on the day of the notification.
The number of vacancies, eligibility conditions and the application link for NDA 1 2027 and CDS 1 2027 will be known only when the official notification is released. We will update this post with the official PDF on the same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NDA 1 2027 notification date?
As per the UPSC calendar for 2027, the NDA & NA (I) 2027 notification will be released on 2 December 2026.
What is the last date to apply for NDA 1 2027 and CDS 1 2027?
The last date to apply for both exams is 22 December 2026.
What is the NDA 1 2027 exam date?
The NDA & NA (I) 2027 written exam will be held on 11 April 2027, which is a Sunday. CDS (I) 2027 will be held on the same day.
When will NDA 2 2027 be held?
NDA & NA (II) 2027 will be held on 19 September 2027. Its notification is scheduled for 12 May 2027.
Source: UPSC Programme of Examinations/Recruitment Tests 2027 (official PDF)
