Published on: 29 May 2025 | Author: Admin
📍 Location: All India | 🏛️ Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the NDA II Recruitment Notification 2025 to fill 406 vacancies in the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA). This is a golden opportunity for 12th pass candidates who aspire to serve the nation by joining the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force as commissioned officers.
If you’re an unmarried male or female candidate and meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply online for this prestigious exam on the official website upsconline.nic.in from 28 May 2025 to 17 June 2025 (till 11:59 PM).
📝 UPSC NDA II 2025 Recruitment – Overview
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NDA & NA Examination (II), 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 406 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass (Science/Arts) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date to Apply | 28 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 June 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
📢 NDA II 2025 Vacancy Details (Total: 406 Posts)
🔹 National Defence Academy (NDA) – 370 Posts
- Army – 208 (including 10 for female candidates)
- Navy – 42 (including 5 for female candidates)
- Air Force –
- Flying Branch: 92 (including 2 for female candidates)
- Ground Duties (Technical): 18 (including 2 for female candidates)
- Ground Duties (Non-Technical): 10 (including 2 for female candidates)
🔹 Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) – 36 Posts
- Including 4 for female candidates
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for NDA II Exam 2025
✅ Educational Qualification:
- For Army Wing of NDA:
12th Class pass of 10+2 pattern or equivalent from a recognized board. - For Air Force & Naval Wings of NDA and 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at NA:
12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
📌 Candidates appearing in the 12th class exam are also eligible.
✅ Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026):
- Candidates must be born between 02 Jan 2007 and 01 Jan 2010.
- Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible to apply.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Female / JCOs/NCOs/ORs wards | Exempted |
Payment can be made via online banking, debit card, credit card, or SBI challan.
💼 UPSC NDA Salary Structure 2025
- Stipend During Training: ₹56,100/month
- After commissioning, salary based on rank:
| Rank | Pay Level | Salary (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
| Lt. Colonel | Level 12A | ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | ₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
| Lt. General (HAG) | Level 15 | ₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100 |
| VCOAS/Army Cdr | Level 17 | ₹2,25,000 (fixed) |
| COAS | Level 18 | ₹2,50,000 (fixed) |
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 (Lt to Brig)
🔍 Selection Process for NDA II 2025
- Written Examination – Conducted by UPSC
- SSB Interview – Intelligence and personality test by Services Selection Board
- Medical Examination – Final physical and medical standards check
- Merit List – Based on written + SSB performance
📅 Important Dates – NDA 2 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 29 May 2025 |
| Start Date to Apply | 28 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 June 2025 |
| NDA II 2025 Exam Date | To be announced |
🔗 Important Links
- 📄 Official Notification (PDF)
- 🌐 Apply Online @ UPSC
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📌 Final Words
The UPSC NDA II Exam 2025 is a gateway to a prestigious career in the Indian Armed Forces. With 406 vacancies and increased opportunities for female candidates, this is one of the most awaited defense recruitments of the year. Eligible and aspiring candidates must not miss this chance and should apply well before the deadline on 17 June 2025.
🛡️ Begin your journey toward serving the nation — Apply Now and Prepare Smartly!
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