The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has recently announced the commencement of the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I), 2024, with a specific focus on the Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). This UPSC NDA & NA recruitment drive offers a total of 400 vacancies, further broken down into 370 positions for the National Defence Academy and 30 for the Naval Academy under the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme.
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UPSC NDA & NA Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates aspiring to apply for UPSC NDA & NA (I) Recruitment 2024 must meet the following educational criteria:
| Wings/Entry Scheme | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Army Wing of National Defence Academy | 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination by a State Education Board or University. |
| Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy | 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent by a State Education Board or University. |
| Candidates in the 12th Class under the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent | Eligible to apply. |
Age Limit
Only unmarried male/female candidates born between 02nd July 2005 and 1st July 2008 are eligible to apply.
Application Fee
The application fee is as per category:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Others | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST Candidates | Nil |
| Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
Payment can be conducted via both online and offline methods.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can follow these steps to apply for UPSC NDA & NA Recruitment 2024:
- Visit the official recruitment portal of UPSC.
- Scroll down to the Important Links section.
- Click on the Online Application link.
- Complete all necessary personal and educational information as mandated.
- Upload a passport-sized photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
- Submit the application fee according to your designated category.
- Click on the submit button and remember to take a printout of the submitted application form.
UPSC NDA & NA Important Dates
- Online application submission is started on December 20, 2023.
- Closing date of online application submission: 9th January 2024
UPSC NDA & NA Important Links
Access the online application form by clicking here.
For detailed advertisement information, click here.
Visit the official website by clicking here.
