The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will release the NDA / NA-I Answer Key 2026 after the completion of the written examination. Candidates who appeared for the exam can download the answer key PDF to evaluate their performance.

The answer key helps candidates estimate their scores before the official result is declared. Along with the official key, several coaching institutes also release unofficial answer keys on the same day of the exam.

Particulars	Details
Organization	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name	NDA / NA-I 2026
Answer Key	To Be Released
Mode	Offline (Written Exam)
Answer Key Type	Official & Unofficial
Official Website	https://upsc.gov.in

Important Dates

• Exam Date: April 2026
• Unofficial Answer Key: Same day or next day
• Official Answer Key: After final result
• Result Date: To be announced

How to Download UPSC NDA NA-I Answer Key 2026

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official UPSC website
2. Go to the “Examination” section
3. Click on “Answer Keys”
4. Select NDA / NA-I Answer Key 2026
5. Download the PDF file

UPSC NDA Answer Key 2026 (Unofficial)

Unofficial answer keys are released by coaching institutes immediately after the exam. These help candidates:

• Calculate expected marks
• Analyze performance
• Predict chances of selection

How to Calculate Marks

• Correct Answer: +2.5 marks
• Wrong Answer: -0.83 marks
• No Answer: 0 marks

Use the answer key to calculate your estimated score.

 Expected Cut Off 2026

The expected cut-off depends on difficulty level and number of candidates.

• The expected cut-off for the written exam is between 340 and 360 marks.
• Final Cut Off: 700 – 720 marks

Selection Process

The NDA selection process includes:

1. Written Examination
2. SSB Interview
3. Medical Examination
4. Final Merit List

What After Answer Key?

• Compare answers with official key
• Estimate your score
• Prepare for SSB interview if qualified
• Wait for official result declaration

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will the UPSC NDA NA-I Answer Key 2026 be released?
Ans: Unofficial keys are released immediately after the exam, while the official key is released after the result.

2. Where can I download the answer key?
Ans: You can download it from the official UPSC website.

3. Can I calculate my marks using answer key?
Ans: Yes, you can estimate your score using the marking scheme.

4. What is the expected cut off?
Ans: The expected cut-off is around 340–360 marks for the written exam.

5. What happens after the answer key?
Ans: Candidates should prepare for the SSB interview after qualifying.