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UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025 registration begins @upsconline.gov.in, direct link here

Apply now for UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025! Check eligibility, vacancies, and step-by-step application process for the April 13 exam on upsc.gov.in.

December 13, 2024 / 10:32 IST

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) (I) exams for 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates aiming to join the Indian Armed Forces. The UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025 application process is now live on the official website upsc.gov.in, and candidates have until December 31, 2024, to submit their applications. Those who wish to make changes to their forms can do so during the correction window from January 1 to January 7, 2025. The UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025 is scheduled for April 13, 2025, and will be conducted at multiple centers nationwide.

Direct Link: Apply for UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025



How to Apply for UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025






Follow these steps to successfully submit your application:

  1. Visit the official website: Go to upsc.gov.in.
  2. One-Time Registration: Click on the ‘One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations of UPSC’ under the Apply Online tab on the homepage.
  3. New Registration: Select the new registration option and complete the process.
  4. Log In: Use your credentials to log in and select the NDA, NA (I) 2025 exam.
  5. Fill Out the Application Form: Provide your personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
  6. Upload Documents: Submit scanned copies of required documents, including a photograph and signature.
  7. Pay the Application Fee: Complete the payment process as applicable.
  8. Submit the Form: Finally, submit the application and download a hard copy for future reference.

UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025 Application Fee
  • General and OBC candidates: ₹100
  • SC/ST, Female candidates, and wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs: Exempted from the fee.

UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Only unmarried male and female candidates born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009, are eligible to apply. Ensure you meet these criteria before submitting your application.

UPSC NDA, NA (I) 2025 Vacancy Details

This recruitment drive offers 406 vacancies, distributed as follows:

  • Army: 208 (including 10 for females)
  • Navy: 42 (including 6 for females)
  • Air Force: 92 for Flying (2 for females), 18 for Ground Duties-Tech (2 for females), and 10 for Ground Duties-Non Tech (2 for females).
  • Naval Academy: 36 (including 5 for females).

UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025 Admit Card

The e-Admit Card will be available for download on the UPSC website approximately one week before the exam. Candidates must bring a printed copy of their admit card to the exam center. Without it, entry to the examination hall will be denied.

Key Tips for Candidates Appearing for UPSC NDA, NA (I) Exam 2025

  • Double-check your eligibility before applying to avoid disqualification.
  • Ensure that all the details in your application form are accurate and complete.
  • Prepare your documents in the required format to avoid upload issues during registration.
  • Download and print your admit card well in advance of the examination date.

This is a prestigious opportunity to serve the nation through the armed forces. Candidates are encouraged to start preparing for the exam immediately, keeping the syllabus and exam pattern in mind. For more details and updates, visit the official UPSC website regularly.





Rajni Pandey

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