The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2025. This examination offers a prestigious opportunity for young aspirants to join the Indian Armed Forces.
Overview
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Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
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Examination Name: National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025
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Total Vacancies: 406
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Important Dates
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Notification Release Date: May 28, 2025
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Start of Online Application: May 28, 2025
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Last Date to Apply: June 17, 2025 (up to 6:00 PM)
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Last Date for Fee Payment: June 17, 2025
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Date of Examination: September 14, 2025
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Admit Card Release: Approximately 10–15 days before the exam
Vacancy Details
Post Name | No. of Posts |
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National Defence Academy (Army, Navy, Air Force) | 370 |
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | 36 |
Total | 406 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates must be unmarried male or female and:
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A citizen of India, or
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A subject of Nepal, or
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A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and East African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Age Limit
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Candidates must be born between January 2, 2007, and January 1, 2010 (both dates inclusive).
Educational Qualifications
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For Army Wing of NDA: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination.
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For Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent.
Application Fee
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General/OBC Candidates: ₹100/-
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SC/ST/Female Candidates: Exempted
Payment can be made through:
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Net Banking of SBI
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Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card
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UPI Payment
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Pay by Cash option at any SBI Branch
Selection Process
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Written Examination:
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Mathematics: 120 questions, 300 marks
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General Ability Test (GAT): 150 questions, 600 marks
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Duration: 2.5 hours for each paper
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Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)
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SSB Interview:
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Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, which assesses intelligence and personality.
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Examination Centers
The examination will be conducted at various centers across India. Candidates can choose their preferred examination center while filling out the application form.
How to Apply
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Visit the official UPSC website: upsconline.nic.in
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Click on the link for "Online Application for Various Examinations of UPSC".
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Select "National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025".
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Fill in the required details in the application form.
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Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature.
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Pay the application fee as applicable.
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Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Documents Required
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Scanned passport-size photograph
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Scanned signature
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Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)
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Educational qualification certificates
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Category certificate (if applicable)
Important Links
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Apply Online: Click Here
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Official Notification: Download PDF
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Official Website: upsc.gov.in
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