UPSC NDA II Recruitment – The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for NDA II Recruitment 2025, offering 406 vacancies in the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. Aspiring candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official UPSC website before the deadline: 17th June 2025.
This article provides comprehensive details including important dates, eligibility requirements, age limit, salary structure, selection process, and application procedure. Check the summary below:
UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) II |
| Post Name | NDA & NA Officers |
| Total Vacancies | 406 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 17th June 2025 |
| Exam Date | 1st September 2025 (Tentative) |
Vacancy Details
| Academy | Wing/Branch | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy (NDA) | Army | 208 |
| Navy | 42 | |
| Air Force | 120 | |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) | Executive & Technical | 36 |
| Total | 406 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Army Wing of NDA: 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent.
Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA & NA: 12th Class pass with Physics and Mathematics.
Age Limit:
Only unmarried male/female candidates born between 02 Jan 2007 and 01 Jan 2010 are eligible.
Selection Process
The selection procedure involves:
Written Examination (Mathematics & General Ability Test)
SSB Interview (Intelligence and Personality Test)
Medical Examination
Pay Level and Salary After Commissioning
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant (Lt) | Level 10 | 56,100 – 1,77,500 |
| Captain (Capt) | Level 10B | 61,300 – 1,93,900 |
| Major (Maj) | Level 11 | 69,400 – 2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) | Level 12A | 1,21,200 – 2,12,400 |
| Colonel (Col) | Level 13 | 1,30,600 – 2,15,900 |
| Brigadier (Brig) | Level 13A | 1,39,600 – 2,17,600 |
| Major General (Maj Gen) | Level 14 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
| Lt General (HAG) | Level 15 | 1,82,200 – 2,24,100 |
| Lt General (HAG+) | Level 16 | 2,05,400 – 2,24,400 |
| Army Cdr / VCOAS / Lt Gen | Level 17 | ₹2,25,000 (fixed) |
| Chief of Army Staff (COAS) | Level 18 | ₹2,50,000 (fixed) |
Additional Benefits
Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 per month (Lt to Brig)
Dearness Allowance, Uniform Allowance, Free Ration, Pension, and other perks as per government norms.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female | Exempted |
How to Apply
Visit the UPSC official website: https://www.upsc.gov.in
Click on “Apply Online” → “Online Application for Various Examinations”
Register and complete the Part I & II application.
Upload required documents, pay the fee, and submit the form.
Download and print the application for reference.
Important Links
- official website: cilck here
