NDA 2025 Exam Dates have been announced. Examination will be conducted through pen & paper based mode. National Defence Academy (NDA) is conducted at national level two times i.e. April & September, every year. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is authorised to conduct the NDA I & NDA II examination.
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NDA 2025 Notifications – Exam Dates Out
NDA 2025 Exam Dates have been announced. The exam will be held on 13th April 2025 (NDA 1) and 14th September 2025 (NDA 2). Check here for exam date details.
NDA is a most popular examination in the India which offers admission into Indian Military, Indian Army & Indian Air Force. If candidates age fall between 16.5 to 19.5 years they are eligible to apply. Selection of the candidates is based on written test & SSB interview. Shortlisted candidates should go through the SSB Interview for final selection.
All you need to know about UPSC NDA 2025 Exam:
- Confused!! Who is eligible for NDA 2025? Check NDA Eligibility
- Looking for NDA 2025 Syllabus? Check NDA Syllabus (Official)
- NDA 2025 Exam will be conducted 13th April 2025 (NDA 1) and 14th September 2025 (NDA 2). Check NDA 2025 Exam Date
- Are you targeting for NDA 1 2025? Get NDA Preparation Tips
- First step to prepare for NDA exam is to have knowledge about the syllabus & pattern.. Check exam pattern
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In this article, candidates can get complete details about NDA 2025 including application form, eligibility criteria, exam dates, pattern & other.
Overview
Name of Exam | NDA 2025 |
Full Form | National Defence Academy |
Exam Level | National Level |
Frequency of Exam | Twice a year |
Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
Stages of Exam | Written & SSB |
Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen & Paper Based) |
Purpose of Exam | To offer admission in Indian Defence & Naval Academy |
Application Mode | Online |
NDA 2025 Exam Dates
In the given table, we have provided official NDA 2025 dates for both NDA I & NDA II:
Events | Dates (Announced) | |
NDA I | NDA II | |
Notification release date | 11th December 2024 | 28th May 2025 |
Registration Starts from | 11th December 2024 | 28th May 2025 |
Last date to submit registration form | 31st December 2024 | 17th June 2025 |
Correction in OTR details | 2nd week of January 2025 | 2nd week of June 2025 |
Application withdraw | 2nd week of January 2025 | June/ July 2025 |
Releasing of admit card | 4th week of March 2025 | 4th week of August 2025 |
NDA 2025 exam date | 13th April 2025 | 14th September 2025 |
Declared of result | 1st week of May 2025 | September 2025 |
Interview dates | May/June 2025 | September/ October 2025 |
NDA 2025 Application Form
Candidates must go through some basic details about NDA 2025 Application Form in the below section:
- Application form will be made available from 11th December 2024 for first session.
- For second session, registration will be started from 28th May 2025.
- Candidates will be able to fill application form through online mode.
- Registration process will be done in two parts i.e. Part I & Part II.
- Candidates must fill details carefully in the registration form of NDA 2025 to avoid mistakes.
- One must have details i.e. educational, personal, communications, photo identity etc.
- Upload documents in a valid format including photograph & signature.
- The last date to submit application form will be till 31st December 2024 for session I & 17th June 2025 for session 2.
- Authority will also provide correction facility to the candidates for a limited time period. It will be done in second week of January 2025 for NDA I.
- Candidates must take printout of the filled application form and keep it safe for further admission references.
Application Fee:
- Application fee of NDA 2025 will be Rs. 100/- for all category candidates.
- Candidates will be able to submit application fee through online/ offline mode.
- Online payment will be accepted using Debit Card/ Credit Card/ UPI or Internet Baking of any other bank. However, in case of offline payment, fee will be submitted through SBI Bank Challan/ By Cash.
- Female/ SC/ ST/ NCOs/ JCOs/ ORS category will be expected from the fee.
- Application fee will be non-refundable under any circumstances.
Application Correction
Correction window will be opened to the candidates from second week of January 2025 for NDA I. Window will be opened through online mode. If candidates want to modify details in OTR profile, it will be allowed only once in a lifetime. Correction will be done anytime throughout the year.
Authority will open NDA 2024 correction window for particular details only. After the last date, no modifications will be done in application form. Candidates are advised to make correction carefully to avoid rejection of the registration form. Download the corrected application form and keep it safe.
How to Apply for NDA 2025
Check the steps below to know step wise procedure to apply for NDA 2025:
- Step-1: Go through NDA website (Link will be given above).
- Step-2: Click the “OTR (one time registration)” button and enter asked details.
- Step-3: Click the login button & enter registration ID & password to fill the registration form.
- Step-4: Application form will be filled in two parts i.e. i.e. Part I and Part II.
- Step-5: Fill all the details carefully to avoid mistakes i.e. communication, qualification, personal, exam centre etc.
- Step-6: Upload required documents i.e. photograph and signature.
- Step-7: Now go to the payments section & select payment method to pay required fee.
- Step-8: Check filled details carefully, before submission of the registration form.
- Step-9: Take printout of the form & keep it safe for other purpose.
Eligibility Criteria
Here, we have provided NDA Eligibility Criteria that candidates must check & fulfill before filling the registration form:
Nationality:
- Indian citizen/ subject of Nepal will be eligible to apply.
- A person of Indian who have migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Sri Lanka and East African Countries of Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia or Vietnam with an intention of permanent settlement in India will be eligible.
- Certificate: Gorkhas subject of nepal will be required to produce a certificate of eligibility which must issued by Govt. of India.
Qualifications:
- Air Force & Naval Wings (Cadet entry scheme): To be eligible, aspirants must have passed 10th & 12th examination with PCM as compulsory subjects.
- For Army Wing or NDA: One must pass 12th level or its equivalent from a recognised board.
- Appearing: Candidates those are appearing their 12th class will also be eligible to apply.
Other Eligibility:
- Gender: Unmarried male & female will be eligible to apply. No marriage will be allowed until aspirants have completed their training.
- Age: Age of the candidates should lie in between 16.5 to 19.5 years.
- For NDA I, aspirants must be born in between 2nd July 2006 to 1st July 2009.
- To apply for NDA II, the candidate must be born in between 2nd January 2007 to 1st January 2010.
- Medical FItness: Candidates must fulfill all medical requirements set by the authorities.
- Aspirants who have resigned or withdrawn on disciplinary ground from training academies will not be able to apply.
Exam Pattern
Check the points given below for exam scheme/ exam pattern of NDA 2025:
- Mode of Exam: Exam will be held through Pen-paper based (online mode).
- Types of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) wil be asked in the exam.
- Language of Paper: Question paper will be available in English & Hindi languages.
- Duration: Total 5 hours will be provided to solve the paper.
- Sections: There will be two sections in the exam i.e. Mathematics & GAT.
- Negative Marking: There will be negative marking of 33% in the assigned marks.
Check the table below to get subject wise marks distributions:
Subjects | Code | Time | Maximum marks |
Mathematics | 01 | 2 hours & 30 min | 300 |
General Ability Test (GA) | 02 | 2 hours & 30 min | 600 |
Total | – | 5 hours | 900 |
SSB interview | – | – | 900 |
NDA 2025 Syllabus
NDA Syllabus 2025 will include topics from the mathematics, english, general knowledge, chemistry, current affairs etc. Syllabus will be released by the authority in online mode.
In the section below, candidates can check some important topic of different subjects:
- Mathematics (Paper I): Analytical geometry of two & three dimensions, Integral Calculus & differential equations, Trigonometry, Statistics & probability etc.
- English (Part A): Comprehension and cohesion in extended text to test the candidate’s proficiency in English, Grammar and usage, vocabulary etc.
- General Knowledge (Part B): It will include topics from the subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography and Current Events.
Preparation Tips
Here, we have provided few tips to prepare for NDA 2025 examination:
- Know complete syllabus and exam pattern of NDA 2025.
- Prepare a study plan and divide time for each subject.
- Keep practicing and solve previous year question papers & mock tests.
- Work on your weak areas & make efforts to improve.
- Read news papers & stay updated on current affairs.
- Take breaks during your study time and drink plenty of water.
- Take healthy meal & take care of your health.
Books
Below, we have given few of best NDA books compiled by the experts:
- Pathfinder NDA/ NA National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Entrance Examination: By Arihant Experts
- Mathematics for National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy: By S Chand
- PW NDA/NA Book, Buy Best NDA/NA Books for Maths, General Knowledge, English, Science (Combo Set of 4) for NDA/NA Exam: By S Chand
Exam Centre
NDA 2025 examination will be conducted in some of the following examination centres:
Agartala | Bengaluru | Dehradun |
Ajmer | Bhopal | Delhi |
Ahmedabad | Bilaspur | Dharmshala |
Agra | Bareilly | Gaya |
Aligarh | Bilaspur | Gangtok |
Anantapur (Andhra Pradesh) | Chandigarh | Faridabad |
Aizawl | Chennai | Gaziabad |
Almora (Uttarakhand) | Coimbatore | Gwalior |
Aurangabad (Maharashtra) | Cuttack | Hyderabad |
Itanagar | Kochi | Mumbai |
Jabalpur | Kolkata | Nagpur |
Jaipur | Lucknow | Panji (Goa) |
Jammu | Ludhiana | Patna |
Jodhpur | Mandi | Ranchi |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
NDA 2025 Admit Card
NDA Admit card 2025 will be released through online mode from fourth week of March 2025 for session I. Candidates must download their hall ticket before few days of conduct the exam. Admit card of NDA 2025 will be available through login details only. If candidates found any discrepancy on details, they must ask for the correction to authority, immediately.
Candidates will not send admit card to the candidates by post or through any other offline mode. If any candidates will not get their e- admit card then they will have to inform authority at least one week before the conduct of exam. Take printout of the admit card and bring it on the day of exam with other required documents.
NDA 2025 Answer Key
Various coaching institutes will release NDA Answer Key 2025. It will be released individually by the institutes. Candidates will be able to calculate their probable scores with the help of answer keys. It will be made available through online mode in PDF format. Candidates must know marking scheme, in order to calculate their scores.
Answer Keys will be made available for different sets i.e. set A, B, C & D. If candidates have any doubt regarding the answer key, then they will be able to object against it. Candidates must download the answer key PDF and keep it safe for future references.
NDA 2025 Result
Result will be declared through online mode in PDF format. It will be announced in first week of May 2025 for NDA I & in the month of September 2025 for NDA II. Eligible candidates will need to visit the website to check NDA 2025 result. Candidates who have qualified the examination, will have to register themselves for further procedure within two weeks.
NDA Result will be announced based on the performance of candidates in written examination. Candidates will be able to get their mark sheets/ score card approx 15 days after the declaration of result. Qualified candidates will be eligible to take part in the SSB interview. Candidates must keep a printout of the result safe.
NDA 2025 Cut Off
Cut off will be released in the month of May 2025 via online mode. Cut off will be the minimal marks that aspirant should obtained to qualify the exam. NDA Cut Off for both the sessions will be released after the final result. Candidates must obtain 25% marks in each subject to qualify.
NDA cut off will be calculated based on different factors i.e. number of seats, difficulty level of exam & number of aspirants appeared for exam. If in case two candidates will score same marks, then tia will be resolved in accordance with the principle approved by the authority.
NDA 2025 SSB Interview
Candidates who have qualified the written test of NDA 2025, will be able to go through the SSB interview process. It will be the final stage of NDA. Candidates will require to report as per the time and date given on call up letter for interview. Selection procedure will be done in two stages psychological aptitude test & intelligence test.
SSB Interview session will be completed in 4-5 days. Interview session will be started from May/ June 2025 for NDA I & for NDA II it will be started from September/ October 2025. Final selection of the candidates will be done only after interview rounds. Shortlisted candidates will be required to report at the reporting centre for document verification with required documents.
If candidates have any other query related to NDA 2025 exam, then they can feel free to ask us by leaving queries below in comment box.
Can Arts students apply for NDA 2025?
Yes, Arts students and students from any stream are eligible for NDA.
Is NDA exam tough?
Yes, NDA exam is tough as the competition is high and vacancies ranges between 350-450.
Is there any percentage required to apply for NDA 2025?
No, there is no such criteria mentioned to apply for NDA.
Hi, I was born in 26 may 2006…. can I give nda in 2025 as I would be only 19 years 4 months and the eligibility is 19.5?
No, you will not be eligible to apply for NDA 2025.
Is NCERT books enough to pass NDA exam
Yes, preparation using NCERT books can be enough for NDA.
Is there negative marking in NDA 2025 exam?
Yes, one third of the marks will be deducted for wrong answers.
How many vacancies are there in NDA for Female candidates?
According to the latest statistics, out of total 400 vacancies, 37 are reserved for female candidates.
What is SSB interview conducted by NDA?
The SSB interview is a two-stage selection procedures based on Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test conducted at the selection centers.
Does the exam pattern or paper differ for NDA I and NDA 2 ?
No, pattern and syllabus remains same for both NDA I and NDA II.
Hey, can you tell me, other than Indians who are eligible to apply for NDA?
A subject of Nepal, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka and East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Hello sir, I am eagerly waiting for NDA 2025 registration. For how much time will the registration window remain open?
NDA 2025 Registration dates are announced. Window to apply online will be available from 11th – 31st December 2024.
How can i pay NDA 2025 application fee?
The application fee for NDA 2025 will be paid through online and offline both modes.
I belonged from general catagory can I apply ?
Yes, you can but before filling the registration form it is compulsory to fulfil all eligibility norms.
Is a certain percentage required in 12th to apply for NDA ?
No, there is no such percentage required in 12th to apply for NDA. Candidates need to only pass in their 12th level exam.
What is RID in NDA application form?
The RID is registration ID which is generated after completing the first part of registration form.
How many vacancies will be announced for NDA 2025 ?
The details about NDA 2025 vacancies will be announced soon after the release of notification. However, as per the previous year trends, it is expected around 208 in army wing, 42 in navy, 92 in air force and 30 in naval academy.
Does 10th class marks matter in NDA?
You have to qualify 10th & 12th class to apply for NDA 2025.
What is the attempt limit for NDA exam?
You can appear for NDA any number of times between the age of 16.5 to 19.5.
What should be the medical condition of the candidate to join NDA?
For joining NDA, candidate must be physically or mentally fit as per the notification released by UPSC.
Can i join NDA after 20 years?
No, Candidate’s age should be between 16.5 to 19.5 years to apply for NDA.
What age of candidates can apply for Indian Army?
Candidates applying for NDA in any wing (Army, military or Air force) can apply whose age falls between 16.5 to 19.5.
I’m using spectacles. is there any barrier for me to apply
You must check & ful fil complete eligibility criteria or NDA from here.
i am born on 5 january . am i eligible for NDA 2025
Age of the candidates should lie in between 16.5 to 19.5 years.
What documents are required to upload while applying for NDA 2025 exam?
Scanned images of photograph and signature is required to upload in the application form.
I passed my 12th with commerce + Maths subjects. Am i eligible for Air force ?
No, you are not eligible as Physics is compulsory along with Maths in 12th for Air force.
Which candidates are exempted from paying the application fee?
Female candidates, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe categories are exempted from paying the fee.
I am not married yet but planning to get married. Can i still apply ?
No, only unmarried males and females are allowed.
Can i join NDA after clearing 10th?
No, only 12th passed or appearing candidates are eligible to apply.
Are all the exams centre located at kaduna??
No, there are various other exam centres where NDA exam will be held.
Need to know the NDA II registration dates ?
NDA II Registration will be available from 28th May to 17th June 2025.
What is the level of Mathematics in NDA exam?
The Mathematics section of NDA exam will have questions of 11th & 12th class level.
Are NDA cadets given any salary while they are on their training period?
On the first 3 years of training, no stipend or salary is offered to them.
What is RID in UPSC NDA Application Form?
The RID is registration ID, which is generated after the completion of first part of application form.
I am planning to register for NDA 2. Is there any exam and registration date announced ?
Yes, dates are out now. You can register for NDA 2 2025 on 28th May 2025. The exam will be held on 14th September 2025. Do checkout the eligibility before registering.
When should i apply for NDA 2025 exam, if i choose to pay through bank challan?
If you are paying through bank challan then you should apply one day before the last date of application. The authority will deactivate the challan generation facility automatically on the last date of application submission.
My DOB is 24 aug 2005 , can I apply for NDA 1 2025???
No, you will not be eligible to apply for NDA 2025. For NDA I, aspirants must be born in between 2nd July 2006 to 1st July 2009 & to apply for NDA II, the candidate must be born in between 2nd January 2007 to 1st January 2010.
Is the selection criteria same for Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air force ?
Yes, the selection criteria is same for all three branches.
Can you please tell, what happen if a candidate submits multiple online applications?
Firstly, candidates should avoid submitting multiple application form. If such case happen, then the data provided in the last application which is submitted successfully will be considered.
Are the candidates who have passed 12th with open board/ distance are eligible for NDA ?
Yes, candidates who have done +2 open schooling/ distance schooling are eligible. However, such students should have done their open/ distance schooling of 2 years from a recognised board.
Yes, but +2 education system should be of 2 years & your open school/ board must recognize by concerned authorities / education board.
How much time is given to candidates to apply online for NDA 2025?
The UPSC will provide a window of three weeks to fill the application form of NDA 2025.
Does the medical standards differ for female candidates in NDA ?
Yes, the medical standards do differ for male and female candidates in NDA. You can check medical standards in the article.
Hi please tell, what are the papers for NDA 2025?
The NDA exam paper is divided into two parts, i.e. written exam and SSB interview. Written exam is also divided into two sections which are GAT (General Ability Test) and Mathematics.
Is SSB round tough to qualify ?
Yes, SSB interview is considered toughest part as it is the final stage of NDA exam. Interview takes 4-5 days to complete. For more details about SSB, you can check our article.
What is the age limit for girl candidates applying for NDA 2025 ?
The age limit for girl candidates to apply for NDA is same as of male candidates. You can check age limit in the article.
Is the NDA exam syllabus change every year? How can i check it?
The UPSC release NDA syllabus along with notification before every examination. You can check it from our article.
I am born on 1st August 2009. Am i eligible for NDA 1 2025 ?
No, you are not eligible for NDA 1 2025. However, you are eligible for NDA 2 2025 and can appear for it.
Is NDA a good career option for me, please guide?
No doubt, it is one of the best career option if you want to serve the country. This field comes with lots of responsibilities and duties and it is rewarding too.
Hello sir, can i take NDA 1 and NDA 2 same year ?
Yes, you can appear for NDA both sessions.
Hi there, Can i fill the NDA 2025 application through offline mode?
Hello,
Application form will be available only through online mode. We will provide the link in our article when it will get released officially.
Hello sir/mam
Kya NDA 2025 notification release ho gya hai?
Hi, notification has not been released by the UPSC yet but UPSC Exam calendar 2025 is released now.
What is the NDA 2025 age limit for girl candidate?
Candidates age must fall between 16.5 to 19.5 years at the time of joining NDA.
What is the syllabus for NDA 2025?
NDA 2025 syllabus has not been released by UPSC yet. Till then you can check previous year syllabus from our article.
When can i apply for NDA 2025?
Application Form for NDA 2025 will be released on 11th December 2024.
Namaste, I will appear for NDA in 2025. If not qualified in NDA 1 . Can I appear for NDA 2. Is it eligible for me to appear for both sessions.
Yes, you can apply if you fulfil the age criteria.
Mam,my dob is 02/01/2010
Next year I will be 12th appearing
Can I apply for nda 2 2025?
Yes, you are eligible but you must also satisfy other eligibility norms.
What is the age limit for NDA 1 2025?
Candidates must be born in between 2nd July 2006 to 1st July 2009 to apply for NDA 1 2025 exam.
I would be starting my 12 on 2025 but still can I give NDA exam before completing my 12th boards and getting the result
Yes, 12th appearing candidates are also eligible to apply.
How many students crack NDA every year?
Every year around 2 to 3 lakhs candidates appear for NDA exam and around 7 to 8K candidates qualify the exam.
Who is eligible for NDA 2025 exam?
12th class passed or appearing candidates are eligible to apply for NDA Exam.
In 2025 I will be 19.1 years in the month of September. but in NDA2, 2025 it is showing 2nd jan 2007 it is possible that a 23 aug 2006 (19.1)yrs candidate can apply for NDA2 2025 .
To apply for NDA 2025, candidate’s age must lie in between 16.5 to 19.5. To know detailed eligibility, you must visit eligibility article here.
India Navy ke liye eye sight kitani honi chahiye
The distance vision (corrected) should be 6/6 in better eye to be eligible for NDA examination.
I want to clear that nda ppr me geography ,political science, history , and economy bhi aati h KYA? ?
NDA examination will consists of questions from Mathematics & GA section. Here is the syllabus for NDA.
Is it compulsory to appear for NDA 2 after appearing NDA 1?
Can I give only NDA 1 and if i pass that exam then would I be selected for SSB Interview
No, it is not compulsory to appear for both session.
What is nda 1 and nda 2
NDA is National Defence Academy exam which is conducted for admission into Indian Military, Indian Army & Indian Air Force.
Form full fil for nda
NDA 2025 details are not yet released. To know about NDA 2024 you must check here.