The UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification has been officially released by the Union Public Service Commission for admission to the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. This recruitment is conducted for the second phase of NDA 2025 and offers an esteemed opportunity for 12th-pass candidates to join the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force as commissioned officers. The recruitment process involves a written examination followed by an SSB interview for final selection.
UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification – Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancy | 409(Approximate) |
| Post Name | NDA & NA Cadet (Army, Navy, Air Force) |
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Education | 12th Pass (with Physics & Math for Navy/Air Force) |
| Age Limit | 16.5 to 19.5 years (Only unmarried candidates) |
| Salary | ₹56,100 (stipend during training) to ₹2,50,000 (post-training) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 15 May 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 15 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 June 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 05 June 2025 |
| Correction Window | 05–11 June 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | August 2025 |
| NDA 2 2025 Exam Date | 14 September 2025 |
| Answer Key Release | September 2025 |
| Result Declaration | October 2025 |
Post-wise Vacancy and Eligibility
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
Army | 208 |
Navy | 42 |
Airforce | 120 |
Naval Academy | 36 |
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Army Wing | 208 | 12th Pass (any stream), Age 16.5–19.5 years, Stipend ₹56,100 |
| Navy Wing | 42 | 12th Pass with Physics & Math, Age 16.5–19.5 years, Stipend ₹56,100 |
| Air Force Wing | 120 | 12th Pass with Physics & Math, Age 16.5–19.5 years, Stipend ₹56,100 |
| Naval Academy (10+2) | 34 | 12th Pass with Physics & Math, Age 16.5–19.5 years, Stipend ₹56,100 |
Eligibility Details:
As per the UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification, candidates must be 12th passed or appearing. For Army Wing, any stream is eligible, while for Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy, candidates must have studied Physics and Mathematics in Class 12. Age must be between 2nd January 2007 and 1st January 2010. The pay scale during training starts at ₹56,100.
Important Links
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OTR Registration | Click Here |
Check Official Notification | Click Here |
UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Detailed Education & Age Limit
Educational Qualification:
The UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification requires candidates to have passed or be appearing in Class 12.
For Army Wing: Any stream
For Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy: Physics and Mathematics in Class 12
Age Limit:
Applicants must be born between 2nd January 2007 and 1st January 2010. Candidates must be unmarried and must not marry until the completion of training.
Salary Details
As per the UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification, selected candidates receive a stipend of ₹56,100 per month during training at NDA and INA. Upon successful commissioning, officers receive salary as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix:
Lieutenant: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Captain: ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900
Major to General: Up to ₹2,50,000
Other allowances include Military Service Pay (₹15,500), Dearness Allowance, Uniform Allowance, and Transport Allowance.
UPSC NDA 2 2025 Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Written Exam Pattern:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Mathematics | 300 | 2.5 hrs |
| Paper II | General Ability Test | 600 | 2.5 hrs |
| Total | 900 |
General Ability Test Sections:
English: 200 marks
General Knowledge: 400 marks (includes Physics, Chemistry, History, Geography, and Current Events)
SSB Interview:
900 marks
Conducted in two stages (Stage I: Screening; Stage II: Psychological Tests & Interview)
Online Application Process
To apply for the UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification, follow these steps:
Select “NDA & NA II Examination 2025”
Complete Part-I Registration with personal details
Complete Part-II Registration to upload photo, signature, and make fee payment
Pay ₹100 (No fee for SC/ST/Female candidates)
Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference
Admit Card & Exam Date Details
The UPSC NDA 2 2025 Admit Card will be available for download around three weeks before the exam in August 2025. The NDA 2 2025 exam is scheduled to be conducted on 01 September 2025. Candidates must carry the admit card and a valid photo ID on the exam day.
Answer Key & Result Details
The official UPSC NDA 2 2025 Answer Key will be released on the UPSC website within a month of the exam. Candidates can evaluate their performance using the key. The NDA 2 2025 Result is expected by October 2025, listing candidates qualified for the SSB interview process.
FAQs – UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification
Q1. Who can apply for UPSC NDA 2 2025?
Candidates aged 16.5–19.5 years and who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for NDA 2 2025?
The last date has been extended to 04 June 2025.
Q3. Are female candidates eligible for NDA 2 2025?
Yes, both unmarried male and female candidates can apply for UPSC NDA 2 2025 Notification.
Q4. What is the selection process for NDA 2?
The selection involves a written test followed by SSB interview and medical examination.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the NDA exam?
Yes, one-third marks are deducted for every incorrect answer in both papers.