UPSC NDA 1, CDS 1 and NA Result 2026 Declared; 8,826 Qualify for SSB Interview

Union Public Service Commission has officially declared the UPSC NDA 1, Naval Academy (NA) 1, and Combined Defence Services (CDS) 1 Result 2026 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the examinations can now check and download their results in PDF format through the UPSC portal.

UPSC NDA 1, CDS 1 and NA Result 2026 Declared; 8,826 Candidates Qualify for SSB Interview

The results contain the provisional list of shortlisted candidates who have qualified for the next stage of the recruitment process, which is the Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview round. According to the official UPSC CDS 1 Result 2026 notification, a total of 8,826 candidates have qualified for the SSB Interview based on their performance in the written examination.

Candidates are advised to carefully follow the instructions issued by UPSC and the respective defence authorities regarding registration for the SSB interview process.

UPSC NDA 1, CDS 1 and NA Result 2026 Highlights

The result PDFs are now available online for candidates to download and verify their roll numbers.

Direct Link to Check UPSC NDA and CDS Result 2026

Candidates can check their results through the official UPSC portal:

• upsc.gov.in

Students should download and save the result PDF for future reference.

How to Check UPSC NDA 1 and CDS 1 Result 2026

Candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official UPSC website at UPSC Portal

2. Click on the "What's New" section on the homepage

3. Select the NDA 1, NA 1, or CDS 1 Result 2026 link

4. Open the PDF file

5. Search for your roll number using Ctrl+F

6. Download and save the PDF for future use

Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the list are provisionally shortlisted for the SSB Interview round.

What is the SSB Interview?

The Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview is the next stage of selection for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces through NDA and CDS examinations.

The SSB process evaluates:

• Leadership qualities
• Communication skills
• Personality traits
• Intelligence and reasoning ability
• Psychological aptitude
• Physical fitness

The interview process usually lasts several days and includes multiple rounds of assessment.

How to Register for SSB Interview 2026

Shortlisted candidates must register themselves online for the SSB Interview process through the respective defence service recruitment websites.

Registration Process

Candidates shortlisted for Army, Navy, or Air Force should:

1. Visit the respective recruitment authority website

2. Complete online registration for SSB

3. Fill in required personal and academic details

4. Select preferred SSB interview dates if applicable

5. Download the call letter once released

Candidates are advised to complete registration within the stipulated time to avoid disqualification.

Important Websites for SSB Registration

Candidates may need to visit the following official recruitment portals depending on their preferred service:

• Indian Army Recruitment
• Indian Navy Careers
• Indian Air Force Careers

Candidates should carefully follow instructions issued by the respective authorities.

Documents Required for SSB Interview

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• UPSC Admit Card
• Result PDF Copy
• Educational Certificates
• Identity Proof
• Passport-size Photographs
• Date of Birth Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)

Original documents and photocopies may be required during verification.

UPSC CDS and NDA Selection Process

The recruitment process generally includes:

Written Examination

Conducted by Union Public Service Commission

SSB Interview

Conducted by defence selection boards

Medical Examination

Candidates qualifying SSB undergo medical fitness assessment.

Final selection is based on overall merit, medical fitness, and availability of vacancies.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates are advised to:

• Regularly check official websites for updates
• Complete SSB registration on time
• Prepare thoroughly for personality and psychological tests
• Maintain physical fitness for medical evaluation
• Preserve all official documents safely

The UPSC NDA 1 and CDS 1 Result 2026 marks an important milestone for thousands of defence aspirants aiming to join the Indian Armed Forces. Candidates qualifying for the SSB Interview stage should now focus on personality development, communication skills, and physical preparedness for the next phase of selection.