Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released a recruitment notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2025. A total of 406 vacancies are available for eligible candidates across Army, Navy, and Air Force wings. This is a golden opportunity for young aspirants seeking a career in Indian Defence Services.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC recruitment portal. The last date for submission of applications is 17th June 2025.
Overview of UPSC NDA & NA II Recruitment 2025
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Name of Exam: National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025
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Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
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Total Posts: 406
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Application Mode: Online
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Job Location: All India
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Last Date to Apply: 17th June 2025
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Official Website: https://upsc.gov.in
Vacancy Distribution
Below is the detailed breakup of the available 406 posts under NDA & NA Exam (II), 2025:
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National Defence Academy (NDA): 370 Vacancies
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Army Wing: Posts available
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Navy Wing: Posts available
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Air Force Wing: Posts available
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Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme): 36 Vacancies
Eligibility Criteria for NDA & NA (II) 2025
1. Educational Qualification:
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Army Wing of NDA: Candidates must have passed 12th Class under 10+2 pattern or equivalent from a recognized State Board or University.
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Air Force & Naval Wings of NDA and 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at INA: Must have passed 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics under the 10+2 school education pattern or equivalent.
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Candidates who are currently appearing in Class 12 exams are also eligible to apply.
2. Age Limit & Marital Status:
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Only unmarried male and female candidates born not earlier than 1st January 2007 and not later than 1st January 2010 are eligible.
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Candidates must remain unmarried until the completion of the training.
Application Fee
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General/OBC Candidates: ₹100/-
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SC/ST/JCOs/NCOs/ORs/Women: Exempted (No Fee)
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Payment Mode:
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Online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking
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Offline via SBI Bank Challan
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How to Apply for UPSC NDA & NA (II) Recruitment 2025?
Interested candidates must apply online only through the official UPSC recruitment portal. Follow these steps:
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Scroll to the Important Web-Links section below.
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Click on the “Online Application Form” link.
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A new webpage will open.
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Register with your basic details and verify your email/mobile number.
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Login and fill in the detailed application form with personal, academic, and contact information.
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Upload documents including passport-size photograph and signature in required formats.
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Pay the application fee as per your category.
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Verify all details and submit the form.
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Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Important Dates of NDA & NA II Exam 2025
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Start Date of Online Application: 28th May 2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: 17th June 2025
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Admit Card Release: To be announced
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Date of Written Examination: 14th September 2025
Helpline Number
For any queries or technical issues during the application process, candidates can contact the UPSC helpdesk at:
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Phone Number: 011-24041001
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FAQs – UPSC NDA & NA (II) Exam 2025
Q1. What is the starting date to apply online for NDA & NA II Exam 2025?
A: The online application process starts on 28th May 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to submit the NDA & NA II application form?
A: The last date for submission is 17th June 2025.
Q3. How many total posts are available in this recruitment?
A: There are 406 posts available across NDA and Naval Academy.
Q4. Can female candidates apply for NDA 2025?
A: Yes, both unmarried male and female candidates are eligible to apply.
Q5. What is the age eligibility for NDA II 2025?
A: Candidates must be born between 1st January 2007 and 1st January 2010.
Q6. What is the selection process for NDA & NA Exam 2025?
A: The selection process includes:
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Written Examination
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SSB Interview
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Medical Examination