UPSC NDA I: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (I), 2025. This recruitment is for the 155th NDA course and 117th INAC course, which will commence in January 2026. Interested candidates can apply online between 11th December 2024 and 31st December 2024.
UPSC NDA I Exam Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA (I) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Courses | 155th NDA Course & 117th INAC Course |
| Vacancies | 400 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 11/12/2024
- Application Start: 11/12/2024
- Last Date to Apply: 31/12/2024
- Exam Date: 13/04/2025
Application Fee for UPSC NDA I
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female | Nil |
Payment can be made through online methods or by depositing the fee in any branch of SBI.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| National Defence Academy | 360 (Army: 208, Navy: 42, Air Force: 110) |
| Naval Academy | 30 |
| Total | 400 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Indian citizens or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan.
- Certain categories of migrants with government-issued eligibility certificates.
Age Limit
- Born between 2nd July 2005 and 1st July 2008 (inclusive).
- Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible.
Educational Qualifications
- Army Wing: Passed Class 12 or equivalent.
- Air Force/Naval Wings & INAC: Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Physical Standards
- Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards detailed in the official notification.
Selection Process
- Written Examination:
- Mathematics: 300 Marks
- General Ability Test: 600 Marks
- Total: 900 Marks
- SSB Interview:
- Intelligence and Personality Test.
- Maximum Marks: 900
- Final Merit List:
- Based on total scores from the written exam and SSB interview.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 2.5 Hours | 300 |
| General Ability Test | 2.5 Hours | 600 |
| Total | – | 900 |
Note: Negative marking applies for incorrect answers.
How to Apply UPSC NDA I
- Visit upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and print the application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Visit Website |
FAQs: UPSC NDA I
Q1: What is the last date to apply for UPSC NDA (1) 2025?
The last date to apply online is 31st December 2024.
Q2: Who can apply for the NDA exam?
Unmarried male and female candidates meeting the age, education, and nationality criteria can apply.
Q3: When will the exam be conducted?
The exam is scheduled for 13th April 2025.
Q4: What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
SC/ST and female candidates are exempt from the application fee.
