The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (I), 2025. This prestigious examination is a gateway for young aspirants to join the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The NDA (1) 2025 aims to recruit candidates for the 155th NDA course and the 117th Indian Naval Academy Course, which will commence in January 2026. A total of 406 vacancies are available, with 360 allocated to the National Defence Academy (Army: 208, Navy: 42, Air Force: 110) and 36 to the Naval Academy.
The application process for UPSC NDA (1) 2025 will be conducted online from December 11 to December 31, 2024. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the official UPSC website. The eligibility criteria include nationality requirements, age limits, educational qualifications, and physical standards. Only unmarried male and female candidates born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009, are eligible to apply.
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UPSC NDA NA(1) 2025 Recruitment Overview
| Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA (I) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Courses | 155th NDA Course & 117th INAC Course |
| Total Vacancies | 406 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC NDA NA(1) 2025 Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| National Defence Academy | 360 |
| – Army | 208 |
| – Navy | 42 |
| – Air Force | 110 |
| Naval Academy | 36 |
| Total | 406 |
Eligibility Criteria For UPSC NDA NA(1) 2025
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan.
- Age Limit: Born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009.
- Educational Qualification Army Wing of NDA: Passed Class 12 or equivalent. Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA/10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme: Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
UPSC NDA NA(1) 2025 Recruitment Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Mathematics: 300 Marks
- General Ability Test: 600 Marks
- SSB Interview
- Total Marks: Up to 900
- Final Merit List
- Based on combined scores from written exam and SSB interview.
Application Fees
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/Female: No fee
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: December 11, 2024
- Application Start Date: December 11, 2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: December 31, 2024
How To Apply For The UPSC NDA (1) Recruitment
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Upload required documents such as photographs and signatures.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
Important Links
- Recruitment Form 2024: Apply Online
- Vacancy Notification: Read Here
- Official Website: Click Here