UPSC NDA II 2025 for 406 vacancies

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for NDA & NA Examination (II), 2025. This exam is a prestigious opportunity for young aspirants aiming to join the Indian Armed Forces as officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force. A total of 406 vacancies are available for the 156th NDA Course and the 118th INAC Course , both starting from 1st July 2026

Apply Online Now – The application process has started and will remain open till 17th June 2025

UPSC NDA II 2025 Overview

• Exam Conducted By: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Exam Name: NDA & NA Examination (II), 2025
• Total Vacancies 406
• Courses Commencing From : 1st July 2026
• Location: NDA, Khadakwasla (Pune) and INA, Ezhimala

NDA II 2025 Vacancy Details

Wing/Academy         Vacancies                                                                    

NDA - Army        208 (including 10 for women)                                                                          

NDA - Navy     42 (including 05 for women)                                                                                        

NDA - Air Force    / Flying: 92 (incl. 2 women)<br>Ground Duty (Tech): 18 (incl. 2 women)<br>Ground Duty (Non-Tech): 10 (incl. 2 women) |

Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) 36 (including 4 for women) 

Total                    406                                                                                                  

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Candidates must be:

• Indian citizens OR
• Subjects of Nepal OR
• Persons of Indian origin (PIO) who migrated from select countries with intent to settle permanently in India

(Eligibility certificate required for certain categories)

Age Limit & Marital Status

• Born between 01 Jan 2007 and 01 Jan 2010
• Must be unmarried and must remain unmarried during the entire training period

Educational Qualification

• Army Wing : 12th pass in any stream
• Air Force & Naval Wings + INA : 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
• Candidates currently in 12th standard are eligible to apply (proof of passing must be submitted by 10 June 2026
• Class 11 students are not eligible

Physical Standards

• Must meet physical fitness standards outlined in the official guidelines
• Candidates are advised to undergo a pre-medical checkup before applying

Important Dates

Event             Date                       

Notification Release         28 May 2025                 

Online Applications Start   28 May 2025                 

Last Date to Apply        17 June 2025 (11:59 PM)

NDA II Exam Date        14 September 2025       

Result (Written Exam)    October 2025 (tentative)    

SSB Interview Dates      Dec 2025 – Jan 2026         

Course Commencement    1 July 2026                 

NDA II 2025 Salary and Perks

• Stipend during training : ₹56,100/month
• On commissioning : Pay Level 10
• Military Service Pay (MSP) ₹15,500/month
• Allowances include:
• High Altitude, Field Area, and Special Forces Allowances
•  Dress, Para, and Technical Allowances
• Dearness, Transport, and Education Allowances
• Insurance: Up to ₹1 crore during training
• Retirement Benefits : Pension, gratuity, and other service-related benefits

Selection Process

1. Written Examination

• Paper I: Mathematics – 300 Marks
• Paper II: General Ability Test – 600 Marks (English + GK)
• Objective Type Questions | Negative Marking (0.33 for wrong answers)

2. SSB Interview

• Stage I : Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) + Picture Perception & Description Test (PP\&DT)
• Stage II : Interview, Group Tasks, Psychology Tests, and Conference
• Candidates for Air Force must clear the CPSS (Pilot Aptitude Test)

NDA II 2025 Exam Syllabus

Mathematics

Algebra, Matrices, Trigonometry, Calculus, Probability, Vectors, and more.

General Ability Test

• Part A (English) : Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension (200 marks)
• Part B (General Knowledge) : Physics, Chemistry, General Science, History, Geography, Current Affairs (400 marks)

How to Apply

1. Visit the new UPSC Online Application Portal

2. Complete fresh registration (Old OTR not valid)

3. Fill in required details and upload documents

4. Choose exam center carefully (First-apply-first-allot rule applies)

5. Submit the application before 17 June 2025

Photo ID Required

Candidates must have a valid Photo ID (Aadhaar preferred) during registration and examination.

Application Fee

• General/OBC Male : ₹100/-
• Female/SC/ST/JCO/NCO/OR candidates : Exempted
• Payment Modes : Online (Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking)
• No refunds and no corrections allowed post submission

Important Links

[Download Official Notification PDF]

[Apply Online Here]

[Visit UPSC Official Website]

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