NDA 1 and CDS 1 2025, the UPSC has released the notification. Out of the total, 406 have been reported vacancy in Naval, Defence Academy and 457 vacancies in Combined Defence Service. The advertisement was released in the local Newspaper on 11th December 2024. The application can be submitted through the Internet on the website of the given company.
NDA 1 Notification 2025 Apply Online Date
NDA First can be applied for online starting from december 11, 2024 from the official website of the department. You should submit your application before the last date of December 31 of 2024. With the help of the application details, the department has also released the NDA First examination date of 13th April 2025. The exam will be of online mode. When you are making your application it is good to ensure that you make it on time, and also prepare well for the online test. Always look at the official website for more updates.
CDS 1 Notification 2025 Apply Online Date & Exam date
UPSC has also now issued the CDS notification First, the notification came on last night. The CDS online application starts today, December 11, 2024. Now you can apply up to 6:00 pm on December 31, 2024. In case of any correction you required, then the correction window in your application will remain on January 1 to 7, 2025. The CDS First written exam takes place on 13th April, 2025.
NDA & CDS Notification 2025 Overview
Here is the information in a table format:
| Board | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Post | NDA 1 & CDS 1 |
| Total Vacancy | 863 vacancies |
| Form Start Date | 11 December 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 December 2024 |
| NDA Exam Date | 23 April 2025 |
| CDS Exam Date | 13 April 2025 |
NDA Post details
- National Defence Academy (Army) – 208
- National Defence Academy (Navy) – 42
- National Defence Academy (Air Force – Flying, Ground Duties) – 120
- Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) – 36
CDS Post details
- Indian Military Academy (IMA) – 100
- Indian Naval Academy (INA) – 32
- Air Force Academy (AFA) – 32
- Officers’ Training Academy (Men) – 275
- Officers’ Training Academy (Women) – 18
Age Limit
- Minimum Age – 18 Year
- Maximum Age – 24 Year
- Age Relaxation – As Per Rules
Important Links
UPSC NDA & CDS Recruitment 2024 Education Qualification
- For NDA – 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- For CDS – Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level, or B.E./B.Tech
NDA & CDS 2024 Selection Process
- Written Exam
- SSB Interview
Application fees
- NDA – GEN/OBC – 100/- and CDS – 200/-
- SC/ST – No fee
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2024
- First Visit you Home Portal of – UPSC
- Search here Latest Option & Recruitment Section
- If any candidate is applying for this then he will have to register through OTR where you will have to attach the scanned copy of your photo ID and other documents and fill the required information.
- In the recruitment Section, You will be find Apply Online link for NDA & CDS
- Click on it
- You have to fill all the information here & Click on the Next Button
- Upload Your Photo & Thumb Impression According to Size
- in the next page, You deposit Fees
- and Save your data & Submit your form
FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply for NDA 1 & CDS 1 2025?
- The application process for both NDA 1 and CDS 1 2025 started on December 11, 2024.
2. What is the last date to apply for NDA 1 & CDS 1 2025?
- The last date to apply online for both NDA 1 and CDS 1 is December 31, 2024, until 6:00 pm.
3. Can I make corrections to my application?
- Yes, there will be a correction window open from January 1 to January 7, 2025. You can correct any mistakes made in your application form during this period.
4. When is the NDA 1 2025 exam?
- The NDA 1 written examination will be held on April 23, 2025.
5. When is the CDS 1 2025 exam?
- The CDS 1 written examination will be held on April 13, 2025.
6. How can I apply for NDA 1 & CDS 1?
- You can apply online through the official UPSC website.
7. How many vacancies are available for NDA 1 & CDS 1?
- There are a total of 863 vacancies: 406 for NDA 1 and 457 for CDS 1.
8. What is the application fee for NDA 1 & CDS 1?
- The application fee details can be found on the official UPSC notification. Make sure to check the website for the exact fee structure.