The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2025. Candidates aspiring to join the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force can now apply online.


UPSC NDA Exam Overview

a.    Exam Name                :- NDA and NA Exam (II) 2025

b. Vacancy                       :- 406 Post

c.     Organization               :- UPSC

d. Qualification               :- 12th Pass

e. Apply Mode                :- Online

f. Application Fee          :- 100 /- ( Exemptions for SC\ST & sons of JCOs / NCOs / ORs )

Eligibility Criteria

i. Age Limit :- Candidates must be born between 2nd January 2007 and 1st January 2010.

 Educational Qualification:

i. Army Wing: 12th Class pass (10+2 pattern) from a recognized board.

ii. Air Force & Naval Wings: 12th Class pass (10+2 pattern) with Physics & Mathematics.

iii. Appearing Candidates: Students currently in Class XII can also apply.

Application Process

Hou can apply for the UPSC NDA & NA II 2025 exam online through the official UPSC website at  Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Visit the UPSC website – and find the NDA & NA II 2025 application link.
  2. Register – Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process before filling out the application form.
  3. Fill the application form – Provide personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
  4. Upload documents – Submit scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and valid ID proof.
  5. Pay the application fee – ₹100 for general candidates (SC/ST candidates, female applicants, and wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempt).
  6. Submit the form – Review all details, submit the application, and download a copy for future reference.

Important Dates

i. Notification Release Date   :- 28 May 2025 

ii. Application Start Date          :- 28 May 2025

iii. Application Last Date           :- 17 June 2025 ( till 6 PM )

iv. NDA Exam Date                    :- 14 September 2025 

v. Admit Card Release Date       :- To be notified

vi. Exam City Details                   :- To be notified

Important Links

           # Application Link           :- ( Click Here )

           #Official Notification        :- ( Click Here )

           # UPSC Official Website   :- ( Click Here )

Note// For more details, visit the UPSC NDA Exam 2025 official page. Best of luck with your application!