The Indian Armed Forces conducts multiple recruitment exams every year to select eligible candidates for officer and soldier-level posts in the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force. The Defence Recruitment Notification 2026 includes major exams such as NDA and AFCAT, along with direct recruitment rallies and entries for Army, Navy, and Air Force. Candidates can check vacancy details, selection process, and salary information below.
Defence Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Bodies | UPSC, Indian Air Force, Indian Army, Indian Navy |
| Exams | NDA, AFCAT |
| Forces | Army, Navy, Air Force |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Websites | upsc.gov.in, afcat.cdac.in |
NDA Recruitment 2026 (National Defence Academy)
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the NDA exam twice a year for entry into the National Defence Academy.
📌 NDA Vacancy 2026 (Expected)
- NDA I & NDA II: ~400+ Vacancies (Combined)
🔹 NDA Selection Process 2026
- Written Examination (UPSC)
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
💰 NDA Salary (After Training)
- Starting Salary: ₹56,100 per month (Level 10)
- Plus Military Allowances
AFCAT Recruitment 2026 (Air Force Common Admission Test)
AFCAT is conducted by the Indian Air Force for Flying and Ground Duty branches.
📌 AFCAT Vacancy 2026 (Expected)
- AFCAT 1 & 2: ~300–350 Vacancies
🔹 AFCAT Selection Process 2026
- Online Written Exam (AFCAT)
- AFSB Interview
- Medical Examination
💰 AFCAT Salary
- Flying Officer: ₹56,100 – ₹1,10,700 per month
- Flying Allowance (Flying Branch): ₹11,250/month
Indian Army Recruitment 2026
Indian Army conducts recruitment through written exams, rallies, and technical entries.
📌 Army Vacancy 2026 (Expected)
- Soldier GD, Clerk, Tradesman, Technical: 10,000+ Vacancies
🔹 Army Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Fitness Test
- Medical Test
- Document Verification
💰 Army Salary
- Soldier (Level 3): ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
- Plus DA, HRA & other allowances
Indian Navy Recruitment 2026
Indian Navy releases notifications for Sailor and Officer entries.
📌 Navy Vacancy 2026 (Expected)
- Sailor / SSR / AA / Officer: 3,000+ Vacancies
🔹 Navy Selection Process
- Written Exam
- Physical Fitness Test
- Medical Examination
💰 Navy Salary
- Sailor: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
- Officers: Pay Level 10 and above
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Indian Air Force conducts recruitment for Airmen and Officers.
📌 Air Force Vacancy 2026 (Expected)
- Airmen & Officers: 2,500+ Vacancies
🔹 Air Force Selection Process
- Online Test
- Physical Fitness Test
- Medical Examination
💰 Air Force Salary
- Airman: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month
- Officers: Starting from ₹56,100 per month
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| NDA Notification 2026 | Check Here |
| AFCAT Notification 2026 | Check Here |
