NDA Exam Date 2025 Out: UPSC NDA 1 and 2 Exam Schedule, Timing, and Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the NDA Exam Date 2025 for both the NDA/NA 1 and NDA/NA 2 examinations. As per the UPSC Calendar 2025, the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA-1) will be conducted on 13th April 2025 (Sunday), and the NDA 2 exam will be held on 14th September 2025 (Sunday). Candidates aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces should start their preparation accordingly to secure admission into the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and Indian Naval Academy Courses (INAC).

NDA 1 Exam Date 2025 Out

National Defence Academy (NDA) is one of India’s most prestigious competitive entrance examinations. The Union Public Service Commission conducts the two times a year, which gives enthusiastic youths an opportunity to join the country’s most respected forces: the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force.  

UPSC NDA Selection Process

Candidates preparing for the NDA Exam 2025 should familiarize themselves with the UPSC-prescribed examination pattern. Here’s an extensive overview of the NDA Exam Pattern 2025:

• Examination Format: The NDA exam is conducted offline and consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Language Options: Questions are presented in both English and Hindi languages.
• Negative Marking: Negative marking is applicable, deducting 0.83 marks for incorrect answers in the Mathematics section and 1.33 marks for both the English and General Knowledge sections.

For a detailed understanding, refer to the table below:

NDA 1 Eligibility Criteria 2025

The NDA Eligibility Criteria 2025 are as follows:

NDA Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal, subjects of Bhutan, or refugees of Tibetan origin who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, with the intent to settle permanently.
• Candidates who have migrated from Burma, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, or certain East African countries to settle in India can also apply.
• Foreign nationals (except Gorkhas) will need a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.

NDA Age Limit 2024

• For NDA 1 2024, candidates must be unmarried and born between July 2, 2006, to July 1, 2009.
• For NDA 2 2024, candidates should be born between July 2, 2006, to July 1, 2009.

NDA Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12.
• Those applying for the Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths in Class 12.

Gender & Marital Status

• Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply, but candidates are not allowed to marry until they complete their training period.

NDA Physical Standards

Candidates must meet the prescribed physical fitness standards to be eligible for the exam.

NDA Syllabus 2025 : Click to Check

What is NDA Salary?

NDA salaries are based on experience and performance. The NDA Officer Salary is INR 56,100 per month. The highest salary is INR 2,50,000 per month for the Chief of Army Staff. Other factors that affect NDA salaries include: 

• Allowances, such as:

• • Dearness Allowance
  • Transportation Allowance
  • House Rent Allowance
• Military Service Pay (MSP) of INR 15,500 per month for officers from the rank of Lt to Brig

NDA salaries also include: 

• INR 6,750 per month per child for the two eldest surviving children from Nursery to class 12th
• Ration in Field Area and Peace Area to all Defense

NDA 2025 Exam Centres

The NDA 1 and NDA 2 exams will be conducted at various centers across India. Below is a list of some major NDA 2025 exam centers:

The exact details regarding the exam center, venue, and address will be mentioned on the candidate’s admit card.

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