The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the UPSC NDA 1 Exam Notification 2025, providing 406 openings for the National Defense Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2024. The application process begins on December 11, 2024, and will remain open until December 31, 2024, until 6:00 PM. The Written Examination is set to take place on April 13, 2025.
UPSC NDA 1 Notification Overview
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | National Defense Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) 2024 |
| No.of Posts | 406 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, Intelligence & Personality Test, Psychological Aptitude Test, Interview. |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
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UPSC NDA 1 Exam Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Application Starting Date | 11th December 2024 |
| Application Closing Date | 31st December 2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (Pay by cash) | 30th December 2024 at 11:59 pm |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (online) | 31st December 2024 till 06:00 PM |
| Exam Date | 13th April 2025 |
| Correction window will remain open for 7 days from the date of opening of the same i.e. from | 1st to 7th January 2025 |
| Last Date for modification of Registration | 7th January 2025 |
UPSC NDA 1 Vacancy 2025
| Name of the Post | Number of Posts |
| Army | 208 (including 10 for female candidates) |
| Navy | 42 (including 06 for female candidates) |
| Air Force | (i) Flying – 92 (including 02 for female candidates) (ii) Ground Duties (Tech) – 18 (including 02 for female candidates) (iii) Ground Duties (Non Tech) – 10 (including 02 for female candidates) |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | 36 (including 05 for female candidate) |
| Total | 406 Posts |
Educational Qualifications
- For Army Wing of National Defence Academy: Candidates Should have 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent.
- For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy: Candidates Should have 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent.
Age Limit
Only unmarried male/female candidates born not earlier than 2nd July 2006 and not later than 1st July 2009 are eligible.
UPSC NDA-1 Selection Process
The selection process for the above-mentioned posts is based on a Written Examination, Intelligence & Personality Test, Psychological Aptitude Test, Interview.
UPSC NDA NA-1 Salary
| Rank Name | Salary (Per Month) |
| Lieutenant | Rs.56,100 – 1,77,500/- |
| Captain | Rs.61,300 – 1,93,900/- |
| Major | Rs.69,400 – 2,07,200/- |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Rs.1,21,200 – 2,12,400/- |
| Colonel | Rs.1,30,600 – 2,15,900/- |
| Brigadier | Rs.1,39,600 – 2,17,600/- |
| Major General | Rs.1,44,200 – 2,18,200/- |
| Lieutenant General HAG Scale | Rs.1,82,200 – 2,24,100/- |
| HAG+Scale | Rs.2,05,400 – 2,24,400/- |
| VCOAS/Army Cdr/Lieutenant General (NFSG) | Rs.2,25,000/- |
| COAS | Rs.2,50,000/- |
UPSC NDA-1 2025 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 2.5 Hours | 300 |
| General Ability Test | 2.5 Hours | 600 |
| Total | – | 900 |
Note: Negative marking applies for incorrect answers.
UPSC NDA-1 Exam Fee
For National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Exam Posts:
- For SC/ST/Female/Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs Candidates: Nil
- For All Other Candidates: Rs.100/-
- Mode of Payment: Online
How to Apply for UPSC NDA-1?
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment or Careers section.
- Select the link for UPSC NDA 1 Exam Notification 2025.
- Download and save the detailed notification for future reference.
- If applicable, pay the required application fee.
- Complete and submit the online application form before 31st December 2024.
- Print the submission confirmation page for your records.
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FAQs
The minimum age to appear for the NDA & NA Examination is 16.5 years, while the maximum age is 19.5 years.
Successful candidates can join the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force based on their preferences and merit.
Yes, candidates must have completed or be appearing in 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Preparation for the SSB interview involves enhancing communication skills, personality development, and practicing mock interviews to familiarize oneself with the process.
Yes, certain categories such as Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and others have relaxation in age and eligibility criteria as per government regulations.