UPSC NDA II 2026 Provisional Answer Key: Official Paper Links

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National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II) 2026 - Answer Key

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Official paper-wise provisional answer keys for Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT).

Sarkari Chatra Editorial Desk — Verified Status: 20 September 2026

Official Listing: The Union Public Service Commission has listed the provisional answer key documents for the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026. Candidates can refer directly to the official Commission keys for Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT) rather than relying on unofficial answer keys.

NDA & NA II 2026 Examination Overview

ParameterOfficial Specification
Exam Conducting BodyUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination NameNDA & NA Examination (II), 2026
Papers EvaluatedMathematics (300 Marks) & GAT (600 Marks)
Answer Key StatusProvisional Keys Listed by UPSC
Official Commission Websiteupsc.gov.in

Marking Scheme & Score Estimation

  • Mathematics (Paper 1): 120 Questions, 300 Marks. Each correct answer carries +2.5 marks, while 0.83 marks are deducted for every incorrect response.
  • General Ability Test (Paper 2): 150 Questions (Part A English – 50 questions; Part B General Knowledge – 100 questions), 600 Marks. Each correct answer carries +4 marks, while 1.33 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer.
  • Provisional Status: Candidates should note that provisional keys remain subject to scrutiny of representations before the Commission finalizes the official evaluation key.

How to Access Official UPSC Keys

  1. Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
  2. Navigate to the Examinations → Answer Keys section or check What’s New.
  3. Click on National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2026 – Provisional Answer Key.
  4. Download the official question paper solutions for Mathematics and General Ability Test.
  5. Calculate your score based on your corresponding test booklet series (A, B, C, or D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which papers are included in the UPSC NDA II provisional answer key?

The official listing covers both written examination papers: Mathematics (Paper 1) and General Ability Test - GAT (Paper 2) across test series.

Is there an objection deadline specified for the NDA II provisional keys?

Candidates must refer to the specific representation notice on upsc.gov.in. UPSC typically prescribes representations through its Online Question Paper Representation Portal (QPRep) within a designated timeframe.

Does the release of the provisional answer key mean written results are out?

No. The provisional key release allows candidates to calculate estimated raw scores; the written result with roll numbers of shortlisted candidates for SSB interviews will be published separately.

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