NDA (National Defence Academy) Entry – Complete Guide

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Complete Entry Guide

National Defence Academy — the premier institute for training future officers of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The NDA entrance exam is conducted twice a year by the UPSC. Selected candidates undergo three years of training at NDA (Khadakwasla, Pune), followed by specialized training at their respective academies (IMA, AFA, INA).

16.5‑19.5Age (Years)

2Exams/Year

900Total Marks

Resources Explore Sections Below

Eligibility

• Army: 10+2 (any stream)
• Navy & Air Force: 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics
• Candidates appearing in Class 12 can also apply.

Nationality: Indian Unmarried

Age: 16.5 – 19.5 years at the time of joining.

Written Exam

Mathematics 300 + GAT 600

• Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Vectors
• English (200) + General Knowledge (400): Physics, Chemistry, History, Geography, Current Affairs

Marking Scheme: Maths: +2.5 / -0.83 · GAT: +4 / -1.33

Roadmap & FAQs

A structured pathway from Class 11 to SSB recommendation.

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SSB Interview · 5 Days

Day 1

Screening

OIR + PPDT

Day 2

Psychological

TAT, WAT, SRT, Self-Description

Day 3-4

GTO Tasks

GD, PGT, Command, Obstacles

Day 5

Conference

Board Interaction

Final merit list = Written Exam + SSB Marks. Medical examination is conducted after recommendation.

Medical Criteria (At a Glance)

Minimum Height
Army: 157 cm · Navy: 157 cm · Air Force: 162.5 cm

Vision
Army: 6/6, 6/9 (correctable); Navy/AF: No colour blindness

Chest Expansion 5 cm · Hearing: Whisper at 610 cm

🔍 Service-wise Deep Links

IAF Standards Indian Army (PDF) Indian Navy

Dental: 28‑32 teeth · No knock knees / flat feet · No major surgery in the last 12 months.

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