UPSC NDA & NA (I) Exam 2025: Notification Out – Apply Now

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 is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces. Here are the details you need to know to apply.

Application Details:

• Application Fee:

  • General/OBC Candidates: ₹100/-

  • SC/ST/Female/Wards of JCOs, NCOs, ORs: Nil

  • Payment Modes:

    • Cash at any SBI Branch

    • Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card

    • UPI or Internet Banking

• Important Dates:

  • Notification Release: December 11, 2024

  • Last Date to Apply Online: December 31, 2024 (up to 6:00 PM)

  • Fee Payment by Cash: December 30, 2024 (11:59 PM)

  • Fee Payment Online: December 31, 2024 (6:00 PM)

  • Application Modification Window: January 1–7, 2025

  • Exam Date: April 13, 2025

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Age Limit:

   • Candidates must be unmarried and born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009.

2. Educational Qualification:

   • Army Wing (NDA): 12th pass (10+2 pattern) or equivalent from a recognized board.

   • Air Force and Naval Wings (NDA) & 10+2 Cadet Entry (Naval Academy): 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (10+2 pattern) or equivalent.

Vacancy Details

• Navy: 42 vacancies (including 6 for female candidates)

• Air Force:

  • Flying: 92 vacancies (including 2 for female candidates)

  • Ground Duties (Tech): 18 vacancies (including 2 for female candidates)

  • Ground Duties (Non-Tech): 10 vacancies (including 2 for female candidates)

Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry)

• 36 vacancies (including 5 for female candidates)

Important Notes:

• The total number of vacancies is 406.

How to Apply:

1. Read the Notification: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.

2. Apply Online: Complete the application process before the deadline.