The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the NDA & NA Exam (II) 2025 Notification for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy. A total of 406 vacancies have been announced. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 28 May 2025 to 17 June 2025.
📢 Highlights of NDA & NA (II) 2025
- Recruitment Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Exam Name: National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Exam (II), 2025
- Total Vacancies: 406 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: https://upsconline.nic.in
- Last Date to Apply: 17 June 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: 14 September 2025
- Course Commencement: 02 July 2026
🪖 Vacancy Details (Total: 406)
| Wing/Academy | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| National Defence Academy (NDA) | 370 |
| • Army | 208 |
| • Navy | 42 |
| • Air Force | 120 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | 36 |
| Total | 406 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Nationality:
Candidates must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of settling in India permanently.
Age Limit:
- Only candidates born between 2 January 2007 and 1 January 2010 are eligible.
- Unmarried male and female candidates only.
Educational Qualification:
- Army Wing of NDA: 12th Class pass from a recognized board.
- Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy: 12th Class pass with Physics and Mathematics.
Physical Standards:
- Must be physically fit as per UPSC guidelines.
- Detailed physical standards are provided in the official notification.
📝 Application Process
- Visit the official UPSC online portal: https://upsconline.nic.in
- Click on “ONLINE APPLICATION FOR VARIOUS EXAMINATIONS OF UPSC”
- Select NDA & NA (II) Examination 2025
- Complete Part I and Part II registration
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and relevant documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and download confirmation page
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / Female | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment can be made online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
📚 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Mathematics: 300 Marks
- General Ability Test (GAT): 600 Marks
- Duration: 2.5 hours for each paper
- SSB Interview
- 900 Marks
- Includes psychological tests, group tasks, and personal interview
- Medical Examination & Final Merit List
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 28 May 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 June 2025 |
| Correction Window | 18-24 June 2025 |
| Exam Date | 14 September 2025 |
| Result Declaration (Expected) | October/November 2025 |
| Course Commencement | 02 July 2026 |
💰 Pay Scale & Allowances
- During Training: ₹56,100 per month (fixed stipend)
- Post Commission:
| Rank | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Lieutenant | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel & Above | Up to ₹2,50,000 per month |
Other allowances include DA, Military Service Pay, Kit Maintenance Allowance, etc.
📥 Important Links
📌 Notes
- Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before applying.
- Admit cards will be released approximately 3 weeks before the exam date.
- Keep a valid email ID and mobile number throughout the selection process.
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