NDA (National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination)
National examination for admission into the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy.
Mode
Pen & Paper Based
Duration
300 Minutes
Marking
Paper 1 +2.5 / -0.833; Paper 2 +4 / -1.33
Exam pattern
| Paper / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 - Mathematics | 120 | 300 |
| Paper 2 - English | 50 | 200 |
| Paper 2 - General Knowledge | 100 | 400 |
| Written Total | 270 | 900 |
| SSB & Interview | - | 900 |
| Total | - | 1800 |
Eligibility
10+2 in any stream for the Indian Army; 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics for the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy
Schedule
Notification in December and May, with exams in April and September.
Important notes
Since 2021 women candidates are also eligible to appear for the NDA and NA examination.
NDA - National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination
National examination for admission into the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy.
Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Official website
upsc.gov.in
Admits To Streams
Defence Services
Tags
nda
national defence academy & naval academy examination
Exam dates are tentative — always confirm on the official website of the conducting body.