On May 28, 2025, the NDA 2 Notification 2025 was published, revealing 406 openings for the Indian Naval Academy Courses (INAC) and the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA. Check all the details by downloading the NDA 2 2025 Notification PDF.
The UPSC NDA 2 Notification 2025, which includes all the information regarding the registration procedure, selection, openings, and much more, was posted on the official website, www.upsc.gov.in, on May 28, 2025. A written exam and interview will be held to fill the 406 positions that have been announced for this year’s NDA 2 Exam. To properly comprehend the exam criteria, download the NDA Notification PDF and carefully review all the information.
NDA 2 Exam 2025 Notification Overview
NDA 2 Exam 2025 Notification Overview| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Exam 2 |
| Notification Release Date | 28th May 2025 |
| Application Dates | 29th May – 17th June 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | 14th September 2025 (Sunday) |
| Course Commencement | 1st July 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Application Link | upsconline.nic.in |
| Vacancies | 406 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + SSB Interview |
NDA 2 Vacancy 2025 Breakdown
NDA 2 Vacancy 2025 Breakdown| Department | Wing/Entry | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| NDA | Army | 208 (incl. 10 female) |
| Navy | 42 (incl. 5 female) | |
| Air Force – Flying | 92 (incl. 2 female) | |
| Air Force – Ground Duties (Tech) | 18 (incl. 2 female) | |
| Air Force – Ground Duties (Non-Tech) | 10 (incl. 2 female) | |
| Naval Academy | 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme | 36 (incl. 4 female) |
| Total | 406 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Only unmarried male and female candidates |
| Age Limit | Born between 1st Jan 2007 and 1st Jan 2010 |
| Educational Qualification | |
| • Army Wing | 12th pass (any stream) |
| • Air Force/Navy/NA | 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
| Note: Students appearing in 12th can also apply. |
Application Fee
Application Fee| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female/Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs | Exempted |
Mode of Payment: Online or SBI Branch (cash)
Selection Process
Selection ProcessWritten Examination – Objective-based paper conducted by UPSC.
SSB Interview – 5-day personality and intelligence assessment by Services Selection Board.
Final Merit List – Based on performance in both stages.
Final Ranks:
Army: Lieutenant
Navy: Sub-Lieutenant
Air Force: Flying Officer
Important Links
Important Links- NDA 2 2025 Notification PDF (Available on UPSC official site)
