About NDA & NA EE 2023
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the NDA exam twice a year for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of NDA and Indian Naval Academy Courses (INAC). The Commission released the NDA exam dates along with the NDA notification 2023 on December 21, 2022.
UPSC accepted the NDA applications from December 21, 2022, until January 12, 2023. Check out the article to know more about NDA & NA EE 2023.
NDA & NA EE 2023 Exam Summary
Let us have an overview of the NDA & NA EE 2023 before getting into other details:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (NDA and NA) |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Frequency | Twice a Year |
| Exam Category | After Class 12 |
| Eligibility Criteria | Unmarried Male/Female candidates who have passed Class 12 from a recognised board |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Application Fees | Rs 100 |
| Duration | Mathematics: 2 hours 30 minutes General Ability Test: 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Language | English Hindi |
| Exam Purpose | For admission to National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) |
| Number of Cities for Exam Centres | 75 |
| Selection Process | Written Test SSB (Services Selection Board) Interview |
| Exam Helpdesk | 011-23385271/011-23381125/011- 23098543 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
NDA & NA EE Latest Updates 2023
NDA & NA EE Notification 2023
The notification comprises all the important details, such as the number of vacancies, dates, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, exam centres, eligibility criteria, registration procedure and more.
NDA & NA EE Important Dates 2023
Candidates can check out the important dates related to NDA 1 and 2 exams from the table below:
| Events | NDA 1 Dates | NDA 2 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| NDA Notification | December 21, 2022 | May 17, 2023 |
| NDA Application Form | December 21, 2022 | May 17, 2023 |
| Last Date To Apply | January 12, 2023 | June 06, 2023 |
| Application Withdrawal | January 18 to 24, 2023 | To Be Notified |
| NDA Admit Card | March 24, 2023 | August 2023 |
| NDA Exam Date | April 16, 2023 | September 03, 2023 |
| NDA Result 2023 | May 1, 2023 | September 2023 |
| SSB Interview | To Be Announced | To Be Announced |
NDA & NA EE Vacancy 2023
Candidates can check out the NDA 2023 vacancy details from the table below:
| Academy | Wings | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| NDA | Army | 208 (including 10 for female candidates) |
| Navy | 42 (including 03 for female candidates) | |
| Air Force | Flying – 92 (including 02 for female candidates) Ground Duties (Tech) – 18 (including 02 for female candidates) Ground Duties (Non-Tech) – 10 (including 02 for female candidates) | |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | – | 25 (for male candidates only) |
| Total | 395 |
NDA & NA EE Salary & Job Profile 2023
The NDA is one of the best career options for those who want to serve the Nation, and it is a very respectful, challenging position with lots of responsibilities. The NDA offers a high salary, job security, pension after retirement and many other benefits. Army, Navy, and Air Force are the three different fields in NDA.
The following are some of the responsibilities of NDA cadets:
- Performing physical activities (exercises) includes a gruelling schedule of drills and PT from 4 am to 6 am.
- There are no gaps in between to take a rest.
- Dinner makes way for another hour from 8.30 pm to 9.30 pm and a half of PT and games.
- Lights go out at 10:15 pm, and the cadets should repeat the same cycle for three years of training.
The training is common for the cadets of three different wings during the first two and half years.
- Army Cadets – B.Sc/ B.Sc (Computer)/ B.A
- Naval Cadets – B. Tech Degree
- Air Force Cadets – B. Tech Degree
Salary Structure
| Rank | Level | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | INR 56,100 – INR 1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10 B | INR 61,300 – INR 1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | INR 69,400 –INR 2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Level 12A | INR 1,21,200 – INR 2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | INR 1,30,600- INR 2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | INR 1,39,600- INR 2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | INR 1,44,200- INR 2,18,200 |
| Lieutenant General HAG Scale | Level 15 | INR 1, 82, 200- INR 2,24,100 |
| HAG+Scale | Level 16 | INR 2,05,400 – INR 2,24,400 |
| VCOAS/Army Cdr/ Lieutenant General (NFSG) | Level 17 | INR 2,25,000 |
| COAS | Level 18 | INR 2,50,000 |
NDA & NA EE Eligibility Criteria 2023
Age Limit for NDA & NA EE
In order to apply for the NDA 1 test, candidates must have been born before July 2, 2004, and after July 1, 2007. Whereas for NDA 2, both male and female candidates must have been born not earlier than January 2, 2004, and not later than January 1, 2007.
Nationality for NDA & NA EE
An unmarried male or female candidate must meet the following requirements:
- A citizen of India or
- A subject of Bhutan or
- A subject of Nepal or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before the 1st of January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka and East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India
Education Qualification for NDA & NA EE
To apply for the NDA & NA EE, candidates must have the following educational eligibility criteria:
| Academy | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Army Wing of National Defence Academy | Passed Class 12/HSC or equivalent from a recognised board or university |
| Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy of National Defence Academy | Passed Class 12/HSC with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
Physical Standards for NDA & NA EE
The NDA exam physical standards in terms of height, visual standard, etc., are as follows:
| Category | Minimum Height |
|---|---|
| Tribals from Ladakh Region | 155 Cm |
| Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, and Minicoy Islands | 155 Cm |
| Gorkhas, Nepali, Assamese, Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Uttarakhand | 152 Cm |
| Bhutan, Sikkim & North East Region | 152 Cm |
Candidates can check out the visual standards for NDA & NA EE from the table below:
| Parameter | 10+2 Entries, NDA (Army), TES and Equivalent | CDSE, IMA, OTA, UES, NCC, TGC & Equivalent | JAG, AEC, APS, RVC, TA, AMC, ADC, SL & Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncorrected Vision (max allowed) | 6/36 & 6/36 | 6/60 &6/60 | 3/60 & 3/60 |
| BCVA | Rt 6/6 & Lt 6/6 | Rt 6/6 & Lt 6/6 | Rt 6/6 & Lt 6/6 |
| Myopia | ( including max astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) | ( including max astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) | (including max astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
| Hypermetropia | ( including max | ( including max | (including max |
| astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) | astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) | astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) | |
| Lasik/Equivalent Surgery | Not Permitted | Permitted * | Permitted* |
| Colour Perception | CP-II | CP-II | CP-II |
NDA & NA EE Application Form 2023
The NDA application process consists of two parts. Part 1 consists of the candidate’s registration, which includes filling out personal and academic information. Candidates must upload a photograph and signature, provide payment information, and select an exam centre in the next section
Check out the category-wise NDA & NA EE application fees from the table below:
| Category | Fees (In INR) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | 100 |
| SC, ST, Sons of JCOs, NCOs, ORs, Women | Nil |
NDA & NA EE Exam Centre 2023
Candidates can enter their preferences for NDA exam centres while filling out the application form. Following is the list of NDA 2023 exam centres from the table below:
| List of NDA & NA EE Exam Centre | List of NDA & NA EE Exam Centre |
|---|---|
| Agartala | Bilaspur |
| Agra | Chandigarh |
| Ahmedabad | Chennai |
| Aizwal | Coimbatore |
| Aligarh | Cuttack |
| Almora | Delhi |
| Ananthapur | Dharwad |
| Aurangabad | Dispur |
| Bareilly | Faridabad |
| Bengaluru | Gangtok |
| Jorhat | Garwhal (Srinagar) |
| Bhopal | Gautam Budh Nagar |
| Ghaziabad | Gurgaon |
| Gorakhpur | Gwalior |
| Hyderabad | Imphal |
| Indore | Itanagar |
| Jabalpur | Jaipur |
| Jammu | Jodhpur |
| Kochi | Kohima |
| Kolkata | Kozhikode |
| Leh | Lucknow |
| Ludhiana | Madhurai |
| Mysuru | Mumbai |
| Nagpur | Sambalpur |
| Navi Mumbai | Shillong |
| Panaji (Goa) | Shimla |
| Patna | Siliguri |
| Port Blair | Srinagar |
| Prayagraj (Allahabad) | Thane |
| Puducherry | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Pune | Tiruchirapalli |
| Raipur | Tirupati |
| Rajkot | Udaipur |
| Ranchi | Varanasi |
| Vellore | Vijayawada |
| Vishakhapatnam | Warangal |
NDA & NA EE Exam Pattern 2023
There will be multiple-choice questions. Check out the NDA & NA EE exam pattern from the table below:
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 300 | 2.5 hours |
| General Ability Test | 600 | 2.5 hours |
| Total | 900 | 5 hours |
Candidates who qualified the Written Exam will be eligible for the second stage, i.e., Interview Process.
NDA & NA EE Syllabus 2023
NDA 2023 syllabus comprises topics from Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). Candidates can check out the NDA & NA EE syllabus from the table below:
| Mathematics | GAT |
|---|---|
| Algebra, Trigonometry, Vector Algebra, Calculus, Matrices and Determinants, Integral Calculus and Differential Equations, Analytical Geometry Of Two and Three Dimension and Statistics and Probability. | English: Grammar and Usage, Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Cohesion. General Knowledge: Physics, Chemistry, Social Studies, General Science, Geography, and Current Events. |
NDA & NA EE Preparation Tips 2023
Before starting preparation, have a thorough knowledge of the NDA Syllabus and the exam pattern.
- Make a proper timetable for your NDA Preparation and follow it properly without wasting time.
- It would help if you found your strengths and weaknesses.
- Try to find the solutions to correct your mistakes.
- Refer to the best books or suitable study materials for your preparation.
- Pay 100% attention to what you’re studying, and do not waste time learning things that are not important for the exam.
- Solve mock tests and previous years’ NDA Question Papers as much as possible to understand the pattern better.
- Give more importance to the topics with the highest weightage, such as Algebra, Calculus and Coordinate Geometry, etc.
- It is essential to solve numerical in the mathematics section. Try to solve more numerical problems every day so that you do not have to worry about them till the last minute of the exam.
- Brush up your English grammar skills and practice English using comprehension and grammar books.
- Make a note of important points while studying that helps in quick revision of the topics during the last moment of the exam.
- Improve your General Knowledge by reading newspapers and watching news channels regularly. You must be aware of every news about defence services.
- Complete all the topics before the examination date.
- Do not start studying any new topics at the last moment of the exam; instead, you must focus on revision.
- Practice well. The more you practice, the better your chances are of clearing the exam.
- Revising the topics is most important as it helps to fix the concepts in your mind that you have studied so far.
- Take everything in its stride and give your best.
NDA & NA EE Admit Card 2023
The UPSC released the NDA admit card on March 24, 2023 on its official website. The NDA admit card contains examination details such as the student’s name, registration number, exam centre, exam date, timing, etc.
The steps to download the NDA Admit Card are as follows.
- 1st Step: Go to the official website of UPSC at https://upsconline.nic.in/.
- 2nd Step: Click the ‘e-admit card’ option from the various examinations.
- 4th Step: Now candidates can click on the ‘Yes’ option.
- 5th Step: Another page will open with options for Registration Number and in the text box, fill in your date of birth. Provide your roll number or registration number apart from entering the date of birth.
- 6th Step: After that, a CAPTCHA image will appear on the screen, enter the image that you see. Click on ‘Submit’.
- 7th Step: Now you can see the NDA Admit Card 2023 on your displayed screen. Download the soft copy of your NDA Admit card that appeared on the screen and take a print or hard copy of it for future reference.
NDA & NA EE Answer Key 2023
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download the NDA & NA EE answer key 2023:
- 1st Step: Visit the official website of UPSC.
- 2nd Step: Click on ‘Examination>>Answer Keys’ on the homepage.
- 3rd Step: Now, click on the link against “National Defence Academy Written Examination Answer Key 2023”
- 4th Step: Download and take a printout of the answer key for future use.
NDA & NA EE Result 2023
The exam conducting authority released the NDA 1 result on May 1, 2023. On the other hand, the NDA 2 result 2023 will be released in September 2023. The result will be made available in PDF form, and it will contain the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to check the NDA results 2023:
- 1st Step: Visit the official website of UPSC at https://www.upsc.gov.in/
- 2nd Step: Type the exam name on the homepage search bar and click on it.
- 4th Step: Now you can see the result on the screen.
- 5th Step: Download the soft copy and take a printout of it for future reference.
NDA & NA EE Cutoff 2023
The minimum qualifying mark for each NDA & NA EE subject is 25%.
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download the NDA & NA EE cutoff 2023:
- 1st Step: Visit the official website of the UPSC.
- 2nd Step: Search for the link provided for the ‘UPSC NDA…
