Defence
UPSC NDA / NA
VERIFIED
Upcoming Cycle
UPSC National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination
Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission
Scope: All India
Frequency: Bi-annual (NDA I in April, NDA II in September)
Overview & Description
National entrance gateway for 10+2 school students to join the National Defence Academy (Khadakwasla, Pune) and Indian Naval Academy (Ezhimala) as officer cadets.
Exam Type
Recruitment
Examination Mode
Pen & Paper (OMR)
Educational & Age Eligibility
| Minimum Qualification | Class 12th Pass |
|---|---|
| Eligible Streams | Any Stream for Army; Physics & Mathematics for Air Force / Navy |
| Age Criteria | 16.5 - 19.5 Years |
| Specific Criteria | Passed or appearing in 12th class of the 10+2 pattern of School Education. Open to both male and female candidates. |
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
STAGES OF SELECTION:
Stage 1: Written Exam (Mathematics 300 Marks + GAT 600 Marks = 900 Marks) -> Stage 2: 5-day SSB Interview (900 Marks) -> Medical Examination.
CORE SUBJECTS & CURRICULUM:
Mathematics (Calculus, Algebra, Trigonometry), General Ability Test (English, Physics, Chemistry, History, Geography, Current Affairs).
Career Opportunities & Associated Posts
Designated Appointments: Commissioned Officer in the Indian Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) after 3 years tri-service training + 1 year finishing academy.
EXPLORE RELATED CAREER TRACKS ON MPATH:
IAS Officer (Indian Administrative Service)
Government, Defence & Civil Services Inspect Career Path →Indian Defence Officer (Army / Navy / Air Force)
Government, Defence & Civil Services Inspect Career Path →
Data Integrity Principle: MPath maintains strict separation between permanent examination regulations (syllabus, eligibility, selection methodology) and changing cycle notices (deadlines, fee revisions, vacancies). Always cross-reference final dates with the gazette notification published on the official authority portal.
Snapshot Facts
- Short Name: UPSC NDA / NA
- Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission
- Category: Defence
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Fee: ₹100 (Exempted for Female/SC/ST/JCO/NCO wards)
- Pay / Emoluments: Stipend ₹56,100 during cadet training; Pay Level 10 upon commissioning
- Verification Status: VERIFIED
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