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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA Application Form 2025 for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II). A total of 406 vacancies are available for aspiring candidates. The online application process commenced on May 28, 2025, and will conclude on June 17, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply through the official websites: upsc.gov.in and upsconline.nic.in.
Key Highlights
- Exam Name: UPSC NDA & NA Examination (II), 2025
- Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Total Vacancies: 406
- Application Start Date: May 28, 2025
- Application End Date: June 17, 2025
- Exam Date: September 14, 2025
- Eligibility: Unmarried male and female candidates aged 16.5 to 19.5 years
- Educational Qualification: 12th pass or appearing
- Application Fee: ₹100 (Exempted for SC/ST/Female candidates)
- Official Websites: upsc.gov.in, upsconline.nic.in
Detailed Information
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be born between January 2, 2007, and January 1, 2010.
- Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates are eligible.
- Educational Qualification:
- For Army Wing: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination.
- For Air Force and Naval Wings: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Selection Process
- Written Examination:
- Mathematics: 300 Marks
- General Ability Test (GAT): 600 Marks
- Duration: 2.5 hours for each paper
- Negative Marking: Yes
- SSB Interview:
- Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, which assesses intelligence, personality, and leadership qualities
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsconline.nic.in.
- Click on the link for “Online Application for Various Examinations of UPSC”.
- Select “NDA & NA Examination (II), 2025”.
- Complete the registration process by providing the required details.
- Fill in the application form with accurate information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and ID proof.
- Pay the application fee online or offline, as applicable.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | May 28, 2025 |
| Application End Date | June 17, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Last week of August 2025 |
| Exam Date | September 14, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | October/November 2025 |
Application Fee
- General/OBC Candidates: ₹100
- SC/ST/Female Candidates: Exempted
FAQs
Q1: Can female candidates apply for NDA 2025?
Yes, female candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for NDA 2025.
Q2: Is there any negative marking in the NDA exam?
Yes, there is negative marking for incorrect answers in the NDA written examination.
Q3: What is the age limit for NDA 2025?
Candidates must be between 16.5 to 19.5 years of age, i.e., born between January 2, 2007, and January 1, 2010.
Q4: What is the mode of the NDA examination?
The NDA examination is conducted in offline mode (pen and paper-based).
Q5: When will the admit card for NDA 2025 be released?
The admit card is expected to be released in the last week of August 2025.