UPSC NDA & NA examination is for admission to National Defence Academy and Naval Academy courses. Age, gender eligibility, academy/course, SSB and medical rules must be checked from the current UPSC notice.
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UPSC NDA & NA examination is for admission to National Defence Academy and Naval Academy courses. Age, gender eligibility, academy/course, SSB and medical rules must be checked from the current UPSC notice.
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Application
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Read the latest official notification, confirm eligibility, register on the official portal, upload required documents, pay the applicable fee and keep the submitted application/admit card safely.
Application fees
As notified in the latest official advertisement; category exemptions/concessions must be checked from the notification.
Salary and benefits
NDA is an academy entry, not a direct salaried job at application stage. Stipend/pay after training and commissioning is governed by service rules in the current notification.
Age limit
As per the latest official notification, with relaxation where applicable.
Details
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This exam hub is for preparation guidance. Eligibility, vacancies, fees, dates, salary, reservation, exam pattern and selection rules can change. Always verify the latest official notification or information bulletin before applying, paying fees or making a career decision.
यह जानकारी तैयारी में मदद के लिए है। आवेदन करने से पहले पात्रता, शुल्क, तारीख, वेतन, आरक्षण, परीक्षा पैटर्न और चयन प्रक्रिया को हमेशा नवीनतम आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन या सूचना बुलेटिन से सत्यापित करें।
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Key facts
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Conducting body
Union Public Service Commission
Hub type
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Salary applicability
NDA is an academy entry, not a direct salaried job at application stage. Stipend/pay after training and commissioning is governed by service rules in the current notification.
Last checked
May 30, 2026
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