(UPSC NDA) राष्ट्रीय संरक्षण व नौदल अकॅडमी (NDA & NA) परीक्षा (I) 2024

UPSC NDA Recruitment

UPSC NDA (National Defence Academy) recruitment is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to select candidates for admission into the NDA and Naval Academy. Here is some general information about UPSC NDA recruitment:

1. Eligibility: The eligibility criteria for UPSC NDA recruitment are as follows:

(i) Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, or persons of Indian origin who have migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

(ii) Age Limit:
– For NDA: Candidates must be between 16.5 to 19.5 years of age.
– For Naval Academy: Candidates must be between 16.5 to 19.5 years of age.

(iii) Educational Qualifications:
– For Army Wing of NDA: Candidates must have completed their 10+2 education or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
– For Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy: Candidates must have completed their 10+2 education or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognized board.

2. Application Process: Interested candidates can apply for UPSC NDA recruitment online through the official website of UPSC. The application fee is applicable, and candidates can pay the fee online through net banking, credit card, or debit card.

3. Selection Process: The selection process for UPSC NDA recruitment consists of a written examination and subsequent interviews conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB). The written examination is objective type and includes subjects like Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). Candidates who clear the written examination are called for the SSB interview, which consists of intelligence and personality tests.

4. Admit Card: The admit card for the written examination is issued to eligible candidates on the official website of UPSC. Candidates must download and take a printout of the admit card to appear for the examination.

5. Results: The results of the written examination and SSB interview are declared on the official website of UPSC. Candidates who qualify in all stages of the selection process are eligible for admission to the NDA and Naval Academy.

It’s important to note that detailed eligibility criteria, exam dates, and other important information are available on the official website of UPSC, and candidates are advised to refer to the official notifications for the most accurate and up-to-date information.