NDA Entrance Exam
1. Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality :Indian citizens, or specific categories of Nepali/Bhutanese/Tibetan refugees or PIO migrants.
2. Gender : Male and female candidates are eligible.
3. Marital Status : Must be unmarried.
4. Age Limit: 16.5 to 19.5 years.
- For NDA I (2025): Born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2003.
5. Educational Qualification :
- Army Wing : Class 12 or equivalent.
- Navy, Air Force, INA : Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
6. Physical Standards:
- Minimum height: 157 cm (male), 152 cm (female).
- Fit as per NDA medical standards.
2. Exam Pattern
1. Mode: Offline (Pen-and-paper).
2. Papers:
- Mathematics: 300 marks.
- GAT (English + General Knowledge): 600 marks.
3. Duration: 2.5 hours per paper.
4. Marking Scheme: Negative marking (-0.83 for Math, -1.33 for GAT).
3. Selection Process
1. Written Exam: 900 marks (Mathematics + GAT).
2. SSB Interview: 900 marks (psychological, intelligence, and personality tests).
3. Medical Examination: Fitness and medical standards verification.
4. Final Merit List: Based on written + SSB scores.
4. Application Process
1. Apply Online: UPSC website ([upsc.gov.in](https://upsc.gov.in)).
2. Fee: ₹100 (General/OBC), free for SC/ST/Females.
3. Documents: Photo, signature, Class 10 certificate (age proof).