my birthdate is 05/04/2008 so I want to know that I am stil eligible for NDA exam 2026 September second attempt

Quick calculation first – you are currently 18 years old as of today which is June 15, 2026.

Good news:

You are eligible for NDA 2026. The age requirement for NDA is between 16.5 to 19.5 years at the time of course commencement. You fall well within that range.

For September 2026 attempt specifically:

You were born April 5, 2008 which means you'll be 18 years and a few months old during the exam. That's perfectly within the eligibility window.

Other eligibility conditions to keep in mind:

• You must be unmarried
• Class 12 pass or appearing – depending on which arm of forces you're targeting
• For Army – Physics and Maths in 12th compulsory
• For Navy and Air Force – Physics and Maths mandatory
• Medical fitness standards must be met

What you should do:

Check the official NDA notification on upsc.gov.in when it releases for September 2026 attempt. Verify all eligibility conditions directly from the official notification because rules can sometimes have minor updates.

Start preparing seriously right now if you haven't already. Maths and General Ability Test are the two papers. Both need consistent preparation.

Honest advice:

You're at the right age and have time on your side. Don't waste it. Start now, stay consistent, and give it everything you've got.

All the best!