NDA & NA (National Defence Academy & Naval Academy) Examination-II Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online

Union Public Service Commission – UPSC

NDA & NA Exam-II 2025

Notice No.: NO.-10/2025-NDA-II

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 28/05/2025
• Last Date To Apply: 17/06/2025
• Last Date Of Fee Payment: 17/06/2025
• Form Correction Date: N/A
• Admit Card Date: Before the 7 days of exam
• Exam Date: 14 Sept 2025
• Written Exam Result: Oct 2025

Application Fees

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
• SC / ST / All Females: ₹0/-
• Pay the application fees online using debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI

Age Limit

• Born Between 01st January 2007 and 1st January 2010
• Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of NDA And NA Exam-2 2025

Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 406

Wing / Course	Branch / Entry	Total Vacancies	Reserved for females
National Defence Academy (NDA)	Army	208	10
National Defence Academy (NDA)	Navy	42	5
National Defence Academy (NDA)	Air Force – Flying	92	2
National Defence Academy (NDA)	Air Force – Ground Duties (Technical)	18	2
National Defence Academy (NDA)	Air Force – Ground Duties (Non-Tech)	10	2
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme)	Cadet Entry Scheme	36	4

Eligibility Details

• Only Unmarried male & female eligible.
• For Army Wing (NDA): 12th pass (any stream) under 10+2 system or equivalent.
• For Air Force, Naval Wings (NDA) & Naval Academy: 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics under 10+2 system or equivalent.
• Appearing Candidates: Those appearing in 12th class can apply. They must submit 10th & 12th certificates by 10th June 2026 if selected.
• Not Eligible: Students currently in 11th class are not eligible.
• Special Cases: UPSC may accept equivalent qualifications in exceptional cases.

Height Requirements for NDA & NA Exam-II

Wing / Branch	Male (Min Height)	Female (Min Height)
Army Wing	157 cm	152 cm
Naval Wing	157 cm	152 cm
Air Force – Ground Duty	157 cm	152 cm
Air Force – Flying Duty	162.5 cm	162.5 cm

Salary Details

Stage/Rank	Pay / Benefit
During Training	₹56,100/month (fixed stipend)
Lieutenant (After Commissioning)	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500/month (Level 10 Pay)
Military Service Pay (MSP)	₹15,500/month (Lt to Brigadier)
Captain to General	Pay increases with rank (up to ₹2,50,000 fixed)
Dress Allowance	₹25,000 per year
Children Education Allowance	₹2,812.50/month per child (up to 2 children)
Hostel Subsidy	₹8,438/month per child (up to 2 children)
Various Allowances	Field, Flying, High Altitude, Submarine, Special Forces etc.
Insurance (Training Period)	₹15 lakh to ₹1 crore (depending on scheme)
Ex-Gratia (Death/Disability)	₹9,000/month + lump sum (up to ₹12.5 lakh)
Govt Covers Training Cost	Includes food, books, uniform, accommodation
Financial Aid (Need-based)	₹2,500/month (if parental income < ₹45,000/month)

✅ Selection Procedure (Step-by-Step):

1. Online Application:
   • Apply at upsconline.nic.in.
   • Use a valid photo ID (preferably Aadhaar).
   • Incomplete forms may be rejected.
2. Written Exam (900 Marks):
   • Paper 1: Maths – 300 Marks (2.5 hrs)
   • Paper 2: General Ability – 600 Marks (English: 200 + GK: 400) (2.5 hrs)
   • Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for wrong answers.
   • Result: Likely in October 2025.
3. SSB Interview:
   • Only for those who clear the written exam.
   • Stage I: OIR + Picture Perception Test.
   • Stage II: Psychology, Group Tasks, Interview (4–5 days).
   • For Air Force (Flying): CPSS Test is also conducted.
   • Must carry original documents (10th & 12th certificates).
4. Medical Test:
   • Conducted by Service Medical Board.
   • Must meet physical and mental fitness standards.
   • Appeal allowed if found unfit.
5. Final Merit List:
   • Based on Written + SSB marks.
   • Tie-breaking done by marks in Paper 2, then age.
   • Final selection depends on merit, medical fitness, and preferences.