National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy Examination (II) 2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the NDA & NA Exam (II) 2025. This is a fantastic chance for young candidates who want to join the Army, Navy, or Air Force after 12th.
This exam is for admission to the 156th NDA course and 118th Naval Academy course, starting from 1st July 2026.
- Post Date: 28 May 2025
- Last Updated: 28 May 2025
- Notification No.: 10/2025-NDA-II
- Total Vacancies: 406
Posts & Vacancy Details
| पद क्रमांक | पद का नाम | सेना (दल) | पद संख्या (रिक्तियाँ) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | राष्ट्रीय रक्षा अकादमी | सेना (Army) | 208 |
| नौसेना (Navy) | 42 | ||
| वायु सेना (Air Force) | 120 | ||
| 2 | नौसेना अकादमी (10+2 कैडेट प्रवेश योजना) | - | 36 |
| कुल | 406 | ||
शैक्षणिक योग्यता
- सेना (Army): 12वीं उत्तीर्ण
- अन्य (Navy & Air Force): 12वीं उत्तीर्ण (PCM)
आयु सीमा
जन्म 01 जनवरी 2007 से 01 जनवरी 2010 तक
नौकरी स्थान
पूरे भारत
फीस
- सामान्य/OBC: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/महिला: कोई फीस नहीं
महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ
- ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि: 17 जून 2025 (06:00 PM)
- लिखित परीक्षा की तिथि: 14 सितंबर 2025
महत्वपूर्ण लिंक
UPSC NDA Bharti 2025: UPSC NDA Recruitment 2025
- Advertisement No.: 10/2025-NDA-II
- Total: 406 Posts
- Name of the Exam: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Exam (II) 2025
| Post No. | Name of the Post | Forces | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Defence Academy | Army | 208 |
| Navy | 42 | ||
| Air Force | 120 | ||
| 2 | Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | - | 36 |
| Total | 406 | ||
Educational Qualification
- Army: 12th pass (10+2 pattern)
- Others (Navy, Air Force, Naval Academy): 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
Age Limit
Born between 01 January 2007 and 01 January 2010
Job Location
All India
Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/Female: No Fee
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 17 June 2025 (06:00 PM)
- Exam Date: 14 September 2025
Important Links
Complete Guide to UPSC NDA Recruitment
The UPSC conducts the NDA exam to select young aspirants for India's Army, Navy, and Air Force. Here's a quick overview:
1. Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizen or specified eligible categories
- Age: 16.5 to 19.5 years
- Education:
- Army: 12th pass
- Navy/Air Force/Naval Academy: 12th pass with PCM
2. How to Apply
- Visit upsc.gov.in
- Register and fill the application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay fees online
- Submit and print the confirmation page
3. Selection Process
- Written Exam: Mathematics and GAT (Objective)
- SSB Interview: 5-day selection with group tasks and personal interview
4. Admit Card
Download from UPSC portal before the exam. Mandatory to carry for entry.
5. Result & Merit List
Results published after written and SSB stages. Final merit decides selection.
Tips
- Prepare subject-wise
- Stay physically fit
- Check UPSC portal regularly
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