NDA Exam Date 2025 Out: UPSC NDA 1 and 2 Exam Schedule and Timing
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the NDA Exam Date 2025 for both NDA 1 and NDA 2 exams, as per the UPSC Calendar 2025. The National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA-1) will be conducted on 13th April 2025 (Sunday), while NDA 2 is scheduled for 14th September 2025 (Sunday). With the announcement of the exam dates, aspirants should begin their preparation to secure admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of NDA and the Indian Naval Academy Courses (INAC).
NDA 1 2025 Registration Date & Important Details
UPSC conducts the NDA Exam twice every year, attracting thousands of 12th-pass candidates who aspire to join the Indian Armed Forces. The NDA 1 2025 registration date and other important details are given below:
| Events | NDA 1 Dates | NDA 2 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| NDA 1 Registration Begins | December 2024 | May 2025 |
| NDA form 2025 last date | January 2025 | June 2025 |
| NDA 1 Admit Card 2025 Release | 2nd April 2025 | September 2025 |
| NDA 1 Exam Date 2025 | 13th April 2025 | 14th September 2025 |
NDA Exam Date 2025 Age Limit
The age limit for NDA 2025 varies based on the candidate's birth date. To be eligible for NDA 1 2025, candidates should be born between 2nd July 2006 and 1st July 2009. For NDA 2 2025, candidates should be born between 2nd January 2007 and 1st January 2010.
Other Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
For Army Wing: Candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board.
For Air Force & Naval Wing: Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics.
Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India or subject of Nepal/Bhutan.
Marital Status: Only unmarried male and female candidates can apply.
NDA Exam Date 2025 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Candidates appearing for NDA 2025 must be aware of the exam pattern and syllabus to prepare efficiently. The NDA exam consists of two stages:
Written Test
SSB Interview
NDA Exam Pattern 2025
| Paper | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | Mathematics | 300 | 2.5 hours |
| Paper 2 | General Ability Test (GAT) | 600 | 2.5 hours |
| Total | - | 900 | 5 hours |
NDA 2025 Exam Timing
The NDA exam will be conducted in two shifts:
Paper 1 (Mathematics): 10 AM to 12:30 PM
Paper 2 (General Ability Test): 2 PM to 4:30 PM
NDA Syllabus 2025
The NDA 2025 syllabus includes topics from Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT):
Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Differential Calculus, Vector Algebra, Probability, Statistics, etc.
GAT: English, General Knowledge, Physics, Chemistry, History, Geography, and Current Affairs.
For a detailed syllabus, visit upsc.gov.in nda.
UPSC NDA 2025 Exam Centers
The NDA 2025 exam will be conducted across multiple exam centers in India. Some of the major NDA 2025 exam centers are:
Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Patna, Jaipur, Lucknow, Pune, etc.
Candidates will be allotted exam centers as per their preference and availability.
How to Fill NDA Registration Form 2025?
Aspirants can apply for UPSC NDA Registration 2025 online through the official website upsc.gov.in nda. Follow these steps to complete the NDA registration form 2025:
Visit the official UPSC website – www.upsc.gov.in
Click on the NDA 1 2025 registration link.
Fill in personal details, education qualifications, and other required information.
Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, etc.).
Pay the application fee (Rs. 100 for General/OBC, SC/ST candidates are exempted).
Submit the NDA application form and take a printout for reference.
NDA 2025 Admit Card
The NDA 1 admit card 2025 will be released on 2nd April 2025 on the UPSC official website. Candidates need to download it using their registration number or roll number.
UPSC NDA Cut Off Marks (Previous Year)
Candidates can check the UPSC NDA previous year cut-off marks to get an idea of the required score for selection. The expected cut-off for NDA 2025 is around 350-360 marks out of 900.
For more details, visit upsc.gov.in nda.
FAQs on NDA 2025
Q1. What is the NDA 1 2025 Exam Date?
The NDA 1 Exam 2025 will be conducted on 13th April 2025 (Sunday).
Q2. What is the NDA Exam Date 2025 Age Limit?
For NDA 1 2025, candidates should be born between 2nd July 2006 and 1st July 2009.
Q3. What is the NDA Registration Form 2025 Last Date?
The NDA 1 2025 form last date will be in January 2025, while NDA 2 2025 registration will close in June 2025.
Q4. Who conducts the NDA Exam?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the NDA exam twice a year.
Stay updated with upsc.gov.in nda for official notifications on UPSC NDA 2025.