UPSC NDA And NA Recruitment 2025: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a notification for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 156th Course, and for the 118th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from 01st July, 2026 vide Advt. No. 10/2025-NDA-II.
UPSC NDA and NA Recruitment 2025
| Exam Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Exam 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 406 |
| Eligibility | 12th Pass (with PCM for Air Force/Navy) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Free for SC/ST/Female Candidates) |
| Last Date to Apply | 17th June 2025 |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in |
With 406 vacancies available, this is your golden opportunity to join the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA). The last date to apply online is 17th June 2025, and the exam will be held on 14th September 2025.
UPSC NDA and NA Vacancy 2025
| Name | Vacancy |
| National Defence Academy : | |
| Army | 208 |
| Navy | 42 |
| Air Force | 120 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | 36 |
Education Qualification
| Army Wing of National Defence Academy | 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University. |
| Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy | 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University. |
Candidates who are appearing in the 12th Class under the 10+2pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination.
Age Limit
Only unmarried male/female candidates born not earlier than 01st January, 2007 and not later than 1st January, 2010 are eligible.
Application Fee
Candidates (excepting SC/ST candidates/female candidates / Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs specified in Note 2 below who are exempted from payment of fee) are required to pay a fee of Rs. 100/- (Rupees one hundred only) by using Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment or by using internet banking of any Bank.
Important Note : Before Apply Please Read Official Advertisement For Desirable Qualification, Experience, Age Relaxation, Job Profile Or Other Terms & Condition.
How to Apply UPSC NDA and NA Recruitment 2025?
Candidates are required to apply online by using the website https://upsconline.nic.in.
What is the Last Date for Applying UPSC NDA and NA Recruitment 2025?
Last Date : 17-06-2025 till 11:59 PM
