Examination Overview
Name: National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Date of Examination: 14th September 2025
Application Deadline: 17th June 2025 (11:59 PM)
Mode of Application: Online via https://upsconline.nic.in
New Application Portal: Fresh registration required on updated portal (old OTR not valid)
Vacancies (Total: 406)
Army (NDA): 208 (incl. 10 for females)
Navy (NDA): 42 (incl. 5 for females)
Air Force (NDA):
Flying: 92 (incl. 2 for females)
Ground Duties (Tech): 18 (incl. 2 for females)
Ground Duties (Non-Tech): 10 (incl. 2 for females)
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry): 36 (incl. 4 for females)
Eligibility
Nationality: Indian, Nepalese, or certain persons of Indian origin
Age: Born between 2nd Jan 2007 and 1st Jan 2010 (both dates inclusive)
Marital Status: Unmarried
Education:
Army Wing: 12th pass
Air Force/Navy/Naval Academy: 12th pass with Physics & Maths
Note: 12th appearing candidates may also apply
Application Fee
₹100/- (exemptions for SC/ST/female candidates & specified categories)
Payment Mode: Credit/Debit/UPI/Net Banking only
Selection Process
Written Examination:
Mathematics: 300 Marks
General Ability Test: 600 Marks
SSB Interview: 900 Marks
Final Selection: Based on written + SSB performance
Air Force candidates: Must pass CPSS (Computerized Pilot Selection System)
Admit Card & Exam Centres
Admit Card Release: 1 week before exam
Mode of Delivery: Download only; no postal/email delivery
Centre Allotment: First-come, first-served basis (limited capacity)
Other Important Notes
No corrections allowed post submission of application
Aadhaar is recommended for ID verification
No mobile phones or electronic devices allowed at the exam centre
Medical and physical fitness criteria must be met
