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UPSC NDA 1 Answer Key 2026 (Out) – Download PDF, Response Sheet & Objection Link

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Recruiting authorityUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Last successful check12 Nov 2026
Last date22 Apr 2026
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UPSC NDA 1 Answer Key 2026 – Quick Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post NameNational Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy
Total Vacancies394
Exam Date12th April 2026
Answer Key StatusReleased
Release Date16th April 2026
Last Date for Objection22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM)
Official Websiteupsc.gov.in
  • Direct Link: Download UPSC NDA 1 2026 Provisional Answer Key (Maths)
  • Direct Link: Download UPSC NDA 1 2026 Provisional Answer Key (GAT)

How to Download UPSC NDA 1 2026 Answer Key?

  • Follow these simple steps to download your answer key:
  • Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in
  • Navigate to the “Examination” or “Answer Keys” section
  • Click on “Provisional Answer Key: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026”
  • Download the separate PDFs for Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT) (Set A, B, C, D)
  • Save the PDF for future reference
  • Note: UPSC releases the answer key in PDF format (set-wise). No login is required for provisional answer key download.

UPSC NDA 1 Answer Key 2026 – Important Links

LinkAction
Download Answer Key 2026 (Maths)Click Here
Download Answer Key 2026 (GAT)Click Here
Raise ObjectionClick Here
Official Websiteupsc.gov.in
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How to Raise Objection Against UPSC NDA 1 2026 Answer Key?

  • If you disagree with any answer in the provisional key, follow these steps:
  • Visit upsc.gov.in and go to the objection link (activated from 18 April 2026)
  • Log in using your credentials (if required)
  • Select the question(s) you want to challenge
  • Provide supporting documents/references (Question No., Set Code, Book Name, Author, Page No., etc.)
  • Submit the representation before 22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM)
  • Important: Objections submitted after the deadline will NOT be considered. There is usually no fee for raising objections in UPSC exams.

UPSC NDA 1 2026 – Important Dates

EventDate
Exam Conducted12th April 2026
Provisional Answer Key Released16th April 2026
Last Date to Raise Objection22nd April 2026 (6:00 PM)
Final Answer Key (Expected)May 2026
Result Declaration (Expected)June/July 2026

How to Calculate Your Score Using UPSC NDA 1 Answer Key 2026?

  • Marking Scheme for NDA Exam:
  • Mathematics (300 Marks): +2.5 marks for each correct answer, -0.83 marks (1/3rd negative marking) for wrong answer
  • General Ability Test (GAT) (600 Marks): +4 marks for each correct answer, -1.33 marks (1/3rd negative marking) for wrong answer
  • Unattempted: 0 marks
  • Formula: Total Score = (Correct Answers × Marks per Question) – (Wrong Answers × Negative Marking)
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