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UPSC NDA & NA (II) 2025 Recruitment Notification & Online Application
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 is conducted annually, attracting numerous candidates aspiring to join the defence forces.
The online application process for the UPSC NDA & NA (II) Exam 2025 commenced on May 28, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can now apply through the official UPSC website.
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Key Information
- Exam Name: UPSC National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025
- Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Advertisement Number: (Details usually provided in official notification)
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: May 28, 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: June 20, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: June 20, 2025
- Date of Examination: September 14, 2025
- Admit Card Status: Expected to be available before the examination date.
Application Fee
- General, EWS, OBC Candidates: ₹100/-
- SC, ST Candidates: ₹0/- (Exempted)
- Payment Method: Fees can be paid online through various modes including Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Age Limit
Candidates must meet the age criteria specified in the official notification. For the NDA/NA (II) 2025 exam, the age limit is typically specified by birth dates.
Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02nd January 2006 and not later than 01st January 2009.
To quickly calculate your age and check eligibility based on specific dates, use the:
Age Calculator
Age relaxation rules are applicable as per UPSC regulations for specific categories. Refer to the detailed notification for more information.
Vacancy Details
A total of 409 vacancies are available for the NDA and NA (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) for the 2025 intake.
- National Defence Academy (NDA):
- Army: 208 Posts
- Navy: 42 Posts
- Air Force: 120 Posts
- Naval Academy (NA) (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme): 36 Posts
Educational Qualification
The minimum educational requirements vary slightly depending on the entry:
- For National Defence Academy (Army Wing): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board.
- For National Defence Academy (Navy & Air Force Wings) & Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from a recognized Board.
Find more information on standard educational qualifications for government jobs on PSC Notes.
Selection Process
The selection process for the UPSC NDA & NA exam typically involves the following stages:
- Written Examination: An objective-type test conducted by UPSC.
- SSB (Service Selection Board) Interview: Includes Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test.
- Physical Fitness Test: Assessment of physical standards and capabilities.
- Medical Examination: Conducted by military doctors.
Prepare effectively for the written exam and SSB interview with resources on PSC Notes.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
- Candidates are required to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process on the UPSC portal before filling the application form, if they haven’t done so already.
- Follow the detailed instructions provided in the official notification to fill, submit, and pay the fee for the online application form.
Important Links
- Apply Online: [Link Available on Official Website]
- OTR Registration: [Link Available on Official Website]
- Download Official Notification: [Link Available on Official Website]
- Official UPSC Website: https://upsc.gov.in/
For updates on admit cards and results, keep checking the official UPSC website and PSC Notes.
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