UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Notification OUT
UPSC NDA (1) 2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (I), 2025. The exam aims to recruit candidates for the 155th NDA course and 117th INAC course, commencing in January 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online between 11th December 2024 and 31st December 2024.
UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Overview
| Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA (I) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Courses | 155th NDA Course & 117th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) |
| Vacancies | 406 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11 December 2024 |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 December 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 December 2024 |
| Exam Date | 13 April 2025 |
UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
UPSC NDA Result with Name Result UPSC NDA Result | Result |
| UPSC NDA-I Admit Card | Admit Card |
| UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Official Notification | Download |
| UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Online Form | Apply Online |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female | Nil |
Payment can be made via online methods or by depositing the fee in any branch of SBI.
UPSC NDA (1) 2025 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| National Defence Academy | 360 (Army: 208, Navy: 42, Air Force: 110) |
| Naval Academy | 36 |
| Total | 406 |
UPSC NDA (1) -2025 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Indian Citizen or subjects of Nepal/ Bhutan.
- Certain categories of migrants with eligibility certificates issued by the Government of India.
Age Limit
- Born between 2nd July 2005 and 1st July 2008 (inclusive).
- Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible.
Educational Qualifications
- Army Wing of NDA: 12th Class pass or equivalent.
- Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA/10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Physical Standards
Candidates must meet the physical standards as prescribed in the notification. Detailed guidelines are provided in Appendix IV of the notification.
UPSC NDA (1) -2025 Selection Process
- Written Examination:
- Mathematics: 300 Marks
- General Ability Test: 600 Marks
- Total: 900 Marks
- SSB Interview:
- Intelligence, Personality Test, and Psychological Evaluation.
- Maximum Marks: 900
- Final Merit List:
- Based on total scores in the written exam and SSB interview.
UPSC NDA (1) -2025 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 for UPSC NDA (1) 2025
- 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 take a printout of the application for future reference.