The Union Public Service Commission announced the NDA 1 2025 notification on 11 December 2024 and the 155th NDA course will have a total of 406 opportunities in the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings along with the 117th INAC. Applicants can apply only through the website during 11th December 2024 to 31st December 2024. The NDA 1 2025 examination date is 13 April 2025. Times NDA (II) 2025 notification will be issued on 28 May 2025, and exam on 14 September 2025. Single male and female candidates having passed class 12 and should be of 16.5 years old minimum can apply. The application must be made under condition and it has to meet the criteria mentioned in the process.
Army: 12th grade; Air Force/Naval: 12th with Physics & Math (appearing allowed)
Age Limit
16.5 to 19.5 years (born 2 July 2006 to 1 July 2009)
Nationality
Unmarried citizens of India, Bhutan, Nepal, or specific refugees
Physical Standards
Run 2.4 km in 15 min; meet push-ups, sit-ups, chin-ups, and rope climbing standards
Age Limit
If you want to join NDA and serve the nation, you have to know the age requirement for NDA is 19.5 years, and both male and female candidates should fall within this age range can apply for NDA 2025. To be precise, candidates must be between 2 July 2006, and 1 July 2009. It is important that you first check whether your birth falls within this bracket so you can sit in the exams.
Nationality
Must be an unmarried citizen of India, Bhutan, or Nepal, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, to settle permanently, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries to settle in India permanently.
NDA Educational Qualification
The NDA Exam is an open exam for students currently in 10+2 or who have completed their 12th. Students, however, who are currently undergoing 10th or are in 11th grade stand disqualified. For the Army Wing, candidates must have passed class 12th or (HSC) or equivalent exams. For the Air Force, Naval Wings and 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at Indian Naval Academy, candidates need to have passed class 12th with Physics, Mathematics. Candidates appearing 12th class are eligible too.
Physical Standard
Duty Type
Height Requirements
Minimum Height
Maximum Height
Ground Duty
Other States
157.5 cm
–
Gorkhas & North-Eastern Regions
152.5 cm
–
Lakshadweep Candidates
155.5 cm
–
Flying Duty
Sitting Height
81.5 cm
96.0 cm
Leg Length
99.0 cm
120.0 cm
Thigh Length
–
64.0 cm
NDA 2025 Application Fee
Aspect
Details
Application Fee
₹100 for all categories
Payment Modes
Online: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Offline: SBI Challan, Cash Deposit
Refund Policy
No refunds under any circumstances
NDA 2025 Salary Structure
Post
Initial Pay (Per Month)
Pay Band
Additional Allowances and Other Benefits
Lieutenant (Army)
₹56,100
Level 10 (7th CPC)
Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Military Service Pay (MSP), Free medical facilities, canteen services, accommodation, pension
Sub-Lieutenant (Navy)
₹56,100
Level 10 (7th CPC)
Same as above
Flying Officer (Air Force)
₹56,100
Level 10 (7th CPC)
Same as above
NDA Selection Process
Written Exam: In the first stage, candidates must clear a written exam that assesses their knowledge and aptitude.
Intelligence and Personality Test (SSB): Candidates who pass the written exam are invited to the SSB, where their intelligence, leadership abilities, and character are evaluated.
How to Apply for NDA 2025 Exam
Applications are accepted on both the UPSC official website.
Before filling the application form, visit the UPSC website and go through the process of One Time Registration, OTR.
In the application, you will be asked to furnish details from an identity document such as a voter ID, driving license, passport, school ID, Aadhaar, or PAN card.
You must upload all required documents including photograph and signature in the proper format.
If there are mistakes during the application, then correction window will be available on the UPSC website in the second week of January 2025.
After submitting your application, it is advisable to retain a printed copy for use in subsequent admission processes.
NDA 2025 Exam Pattern
Subject
Duration
Total Questions
Maximum Marks
Mathematics
2½ Hours
120
300
General Ability Test
2½ Hours
150
600
SSB Test/Interview
5 Days
–
900
Total
1800
FAQs
What is the age limit for NDA 2025? Candidates must be between 16.5 to 19.5 years old, born between 2 July 2006 and 1 July 2009.
Can female candidates apply for NDA 2025? Yes, unmarried female candidates are eligible to apply.
What is the educational qualification required for NDA 2025? For the Army Wing: 12th grade or its equivalent. For the Air Force and Naval Wings: 12th grade with Physics and Mathematics.
How can I apply for NDA 2025? Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website between 11 December 2024 and 31 December 2024.
