UPSC NDA & NA (II) Examination 2025 – Result Announced!
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the result for the NDA and NA (II) Written Examination 2025 (406 Posts).
Candidates who took the exam on September 14, 2025, can now check their
results. Scroll down to the Essential Links section to download the result
PDF!
Examination Overview
Particulars |
Details
|
Exam Conducting Body |
Union Public Service
Commission (UPSC) |
Exam Name |
National Defence Academy
(NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Exam (II) 2025 |
Total Vacancies |
406 Posts |
Job Location |
All India |
Official Website |
Branch-wise Vacancy (406 Posts)
The 406 posts were divided among the
Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Naval Academy entry scheme:
Post Name / Wing |
No. of Posts
|
National Defence Academy (NDA) - Army |
208 |
National Defence Academy (NDA) - Navy |
42 |
National Defence Academy (NDA) - Air Force |
120 |
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) |
36 |
TOTAL POSTS |
406 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limits (Crucial for Application)
Candidates must meet the age requirements set by UPSC:
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 18 years
Born not earlier than 2nd January 2007 and not later than 1st January 2010.(alert-success)
Educational Qualification
The educational requirements differ slightly based on the wing you applied
for:
- Army Wing of NDA: Must have passed 12th Class (10+2 pattern) or equivalent from a State Education Board or University.
- Air Force, Naval Wings of NDA, & 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme (NA): Must have passed 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) of the 10+2 pattern or equivalent.
Application Fees (Check Your Category)
The fees are necessary for specific categories and are paid online:
Category |
Fee Amount
|
General Candidates |
₹ 100/- |
OBC Candidates |
₹ 100/- |
SC / ST Candidates |
Nil (Exempted) |
Female Candidates |
Nil (Exempted) |
Payment is accepted via Online Payment Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net banking, or UPI).(alert-success)
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The Three-Stage Selection Process
Your path to the Academy includes two major phases, each carrying equal
weight:
- Written Examination: Objective-type papers in Mathematics and General Ability Test (900 Marks)
- SSB Test / Interview: Personality, intelligence, and psychological testing, including a personal interview. (900 Marks)
Written Exam Structure (Total 900 Marks)
Subject |
Duration |
Max Marks
|
Mathematics |
2 ½ Hours |
300 |
General Ability Test |
2 ½ Hours |
600 |
SSB Test / Interview |
N/A |
900 |
The papers are objective and set in both Hindi and English, except for the English section.(alert-success)
Detailed Syllabus Topics
Mathematics Syllabus
Key areas in Mathematics include:
- Algebra
- Matrices and Determinants
- Trigonometry
- Analytical Geometry (2D and 3D)
- Differential Calculus
- Integral Calculus and Differential Equations
- Vector Algebra
- Statistics and Probability
General Ability Test (GAT) Syllabus
The GAT covers English and General Knowledge, divided into these sections:
English (Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension)
General Knowledge (Sections 'A' to 'F' below):
- Section ‘A’ (Physics)
- Section ‘B’ (Chemistry)
- Section ‘C’ (General Science)
- Section ‘D’ (History, Freedom Movement, etc.)
- Section ‘E’ (Geography)
- Section ‘F’ (Current Events)
Important Dates & Examination
Activity |
Schedule (NDA II
2025) |
Official Notification Release |
28th May 2025 |
Starting Date of Application |
28th May 2025 |
Closing Date of Application |
17th June 2025 |
Exam Date (Written) |
14th September 2025 |
Result Release Date (Written) |
01st October 2025 |
Admit Card Release Dates |
Update Soon |
Document Verification / Final Result |
Update Soon |
How to Apply Online?
If you are preparing for the next NDA exam, here’s how the application process
works:
- Find the Link: Go to the UPSC website or click the 'Online Application Link' in the section below.
- Complete Registration: Fill in all required personal and educational details accurately.
- Upload Documents: Upload your recent Passport Size Photograph and Signature in the specified format.
- Pay Fee: Pay the Application Fee (₹100 for General/OBC, Nil for others) using the Online Payment Gateway.
- Final Submission: Click the final Submit Button.
- Print and Save: Do not forget to take a printout of the submitted Application Form for future reference.
Important Web-Links
Link Description |
Action/Link
|
UPSC NDA-II Result PDF (New!) |
|
Official Website Link |
|
Online Application Link (for next cycle) |
|
Full Official Notification |
Common Questions About the NDA Exam (FAQs)
I cleared the written exam. What is the next step?
Congratulations! The next step is the SSB (Services Selection Board)
Test/Interview, which also carries 900 marks. You will be contacted by the
relevant services for further instructions and call letters for the SSB
stage.
Is there negative marking in the NDA Written Exam?
Yes, there is negative marking. The official rules state that points will be
deducted for incorrect answers, so precision is essential during the exam.
Do I need to have a science background to apply for the Army wing?
No. For the Army Wing of the NDA, candidates only need to have passed 12th
Class (10+2 pattern) in any stream. However, for the Naval and Air Force
wings, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) are required.
How are the final marks calculated?
The final merit list is based on the candidate's combined score from the
Written Examination (900 Marks) and the SSB Test/Interview (900 Marks),
totaling 1800 marks.
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