UPSC NDA 2026 Registration Live: Live Photo Capture Mandatory in CAF | Last Date 30 Dec
Job Description
UPSC NDA 1 2026 registration started 10 Dec 2025. New rule: Live photo capture required during Common Application Form (CAF) submission + regular photo upload. Exam 12 Apr 2026, 394 vacancies. Fee ₹100 (SC/ST/Female/Sons of JCOs exempt). Apply at upsconline.nic.in by 30 Dec 2025.
UPSC NDA 2026 Registration: Live Photo Capture Required in CAF
UPSC NDA 1 2026 registration started 10 Dec 2025. NEW RULE: Live photo capture mandatory during Common Application Form (CAF) + regular photo upload. Exam 12 Apr 2026 (394 vacancies). Last date 30 Dec 2025. Fee ₹100 (SC/ST/Female/Sons of JCOs exempt).
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NDA 2026 Registration Overview
UPSC has started NDA 1 2026 registration on 10 December 2025 via online mode only. Total 394 vacancies announced. Written exam on 12 April 2026 (offline pen-paper). SSB Interview follows for shortlisted candidates.
New for 2026: Live photo capture mandatory during Common Application Form (CAF) submission + regular photo upload required.
NDA 1 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Registration Starts | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 Dec 2025 |
| Written Exam | 12 Apr 2026 |
| SSB Interviews | After written result |
Direct NDA 2026 Registration Link
Official UPSC Online Portal – upsconline.nic.in
🔥 NEW: Live Photo Capture Mandatory
Two Photo Requirements:
- Regular Photo: Recent passport-size photo upload (as before)
- Live Photo: Capture LIVE photo during CAF submission via webcam
NDA 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Sons of JCOs/ Females | Exempted |
Pay online via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking. Fee non-refundable under any circumstances.
Required Documents
- Valid Email ID & Mobile Number
- Scanned Passport-size Photo
- Live Photo (captured during form fill-up)
- Scanned Signature
- Class 10th Certificate/Marksheet (for DOB proof)
- Class 12th Marks (if available)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Debit/Credit Card for fee payment
Step-by-Step Registration Process
- Visit upsconline.nic.in → “Exams” → “NDA & NA I 2026”
- Click “New Registration” → Fill basic details → Generate OTP
- Login with Registration ID → Fill Part I (Personal Details)
- Capture LIVE PHOTO via webcam during CAF
- Upload regular photo, signature, documents
- Fill Part II (Education, Preferences) → Pay fee → Submit
- Download Confirmation PDF → Take printout
NDA 1 2026 Exam Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Mode | Offline (Pen-Paper) |
| Vacancies | 394 (Army/Navy/Air Force/Flying) |
| Papers | GAT (150 marks) + Maths (300 marks) |
NDA 2026 – Quick FAQs
1. Is Live Photo Capture really mandatory?
Yes, UPSC has made it compulsory for NDA 1 2026. Webcam required during form submission.
2. What if my Live Photo is rejected?
Form may be rejected during verification. Follow exact photo guidelines under “Photos and Signature”.
3. Can I apply offline?
No. Only online applications accepted via upsconline.nic.in.
4. Who is exempted from fee?
SC/ST/Females/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/JCOs/ORs (exempted).
5. Multiple applications allowed?
No. Only one application per candidate accepted.
⚡ NDA 1 2026 Registration Open – Last Date 30 Dec 2025
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