National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025
Examination Notice No.: 10/2025-NDA-II
Notification Date: 28.05.2025
Last Date for Submission of Applications: 17.06.2025 (11:59 PM)
Organization Details
- Organization Name (English): Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Organization Name (Hindi): संघ लोक सेवा आयोग (UPSC)
Designation
- English: National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2025
- Hindi: राष्ट्रीय रक्षा अकादमी (NDA) एवं नौसेना अकादमी (NA) परीक्षा (II), 2025
Location Details
| City | Multiple cities across India |
|---|---|
| State | All States and Union Territories |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | Varies by examination center |
| Street Address | Varies by examination center |
| Base Salary | Not applicable (Examination) |
| Employment Type | Not applicable (Admission to Academies) |
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 28.05.2025
- Last Date to Apply: 17.06.2025 (11:59 PM)
- Date of Examination: 14.09.2025
- Admit Card Release: One week before the examination
Application Process
Candidates are required to apply online using the newly introduced UPSC application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in.
The portal includes four modules: Account Creation, Universal Registration, Common Application Form (CAF), and Examination Module. Only the last module is examination-specific and is available during the application window.
Note: The previously used One Time Registration (OTR) module is no longer applicable.
Applicants must fill out the form and upload documents afresh in the new system.
It is strongly recommended to use the Aadhaar Card for identity verification. Alternatively, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, School Photo ID, or any other government-issued ID can also be used.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination.
- Physical Standards: Must be physically fit according to the standards specified for admission to the NDA and NA.
Age Limit
- Age Range: Candidates must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years as of 1st January of the examination year.
Reservation Details
Reservation is applicable as per the Government of India rules for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.
Specific reservation quotas or category-wise seat distributions are not mentioned in the notification. Candidates should refer to the official portal for full reservation guidelines.
Application Fees
- General/OBC: Application fee is applicable (amount not mentioned in the available data).
- SC/ST/Female Candidates: Exempted from application fee.
- Mode of Payment: Online payment through the official UPSC portal.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Comprises two objective-type papers:
- Mathematics – 300 marks
- General Ability Test (GAT) – 600 marks
- SSB Interview: Candidates who qualify the written examination will be invited for the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview.
- Final Selection: Based on performance in the written examination and SSB Interview along with candidate preferences.
Official Website Links
- UPSC Official Website: https://upsc.gov.in
- Official Application & Notification Portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/exam-apply
Contact Information
Helpline numbers or email addresses are not specified in the notification content provided.
Candidates are advised to visit the official UPSC websites for any support or further communication details.
Additional Important Information
- The admit card will be available on the UPSC website only. It will not be sent via post or email.
- The examination will be conducted at centers across numerous cities in India. Candidates should apply early to secure their preferred center.
- It is recommended to read all instructions thoroughly on the UPSC portal before beginning the application process.
- Applicants are advised to use Aadhaar Card for faster and seamless authentication during registration.
