The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (I), 2025 on December 11, 2024. Candidates have a great opportunity to join the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force as commissioned officers.
The selection process involves a written exam, SSB interview, and medical examination. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC portal until December 31, 2024.
Key Details: NDA & NA examination (I) Notification 2025
| Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA (I) Exam 2025 |
| Organization name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Job Type | Government (Defence Services) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Website for Application | upsconline.gov.in |
Important Dates: NDA & NA examination (I) Notification 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | December 11, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | December 31, 2024 (6:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | Three weeks before the exam |
| Written Exam Date | April 13, 2025 |
Age Limit: NDA & NA examination (I) Notification 2025
- Born Between: July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualifications: NDA & NA examination (I) Notification 2025
- For Army Wing (NDA):
- Class 12 pass from a recognized board or equivalent.
- For Air Force and Naval Wings (NDA) & INA:
- Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Candidates appearing for Class 12 in 2025 are also eligible to apply.
Vacancy Details: NDA & NA examination (I) Notification 2025
| Academy | Total Vacancies | Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy | 370 | Army: 208, Navy: 42, Air Force: 120 (28 for Ground Duties) |
| Indian Naval Academy | 36 | 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme |
| = 406 |
Application Fee: NDA & NA Examination (I) 2025
The application form is required to be filled online only and mode of paying the application fee for NDA & NA examinations (I) 2025 will also be online only. The application fee for the NDA & NA examination is given below in tabular form form for better understanding.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Fee Amount | ₹100/- (Rupees one hundred only) |
| Exempted Categories | – SC/ST candidates- Female candidates- Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs |
| Payment Options | – Cash payment at SBI branch- Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card- UPI Payment- Internet Banking |
| Steps for “Pay by Cash” Mode | 1. Generate the Pay-in-Slip during Part-2 registration.2. Deposit the cash at any SBI branch on the next working day. |
| Closing Date for Cash Mode | “Pay by Cash” mode will close on 30 December 2024 at 11:59 PM. After this, only online payment options will be available. |
| Payment Deadline | – Cash Payment: On or before banking hours of 31 December 2024.- Online Payment: Till 6:00 PM, 31 December 2024. |
| Important Note | If you generate a Pay-in-Slip but fail to deposit the cash before the deadline, you must switch to online payment options. |