NDA/NA (I) Notification Out: The Union Public Service Commission has released the official notification for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam. Candidates can apply for the exam from 21 December 2022 to 10 January 2023. There are three stages in NDA Exam- written exam, SSB Interview, Medical. The written test has been scheduled to be conducted on 16 April 2023. All the candidates who are aspiring to appear for the exam should know all the information related to the exam. Read this article to know all about NDA Exam. Check our NDA 2023 Video Course to boost your preparation for NDA I 2023 Exam.
NDA/NA (I) 2023: Important Highlights
| Exam Name | NDA/NA (I) 2023 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Periodicity | Twice in a year |
| Exam Level | National |
| Total Vacancies | 400 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Stages of Exam | 3 stages: Written Exam, SSB Interview, Medical Examination |
UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023: Important Dates
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| UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023 Notification Date | 21st December 2022 |
| Starting Date of Application Form | 21st December 2022 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th January 2023 till 6 PM |
| Last Date to Withdraw Application Form | To be updated soon |
| NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam Date | 10th April 2022 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced |
| NDA/NA (I) Result 2023 Date | To be announced |
| NDA/NA (I) Answer Key 2023 Date | To be announced |
| SSB Interview Date | To be announced |
UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023: Vacancies
The vacancies for NDA/NA (I) 2023 will be soon updated as the official notification is released. Last year the commission had announced a total of 400 vacancies for NDA/NA (II) 2022 Exam:
| Posts | No. of Vacancies |
| NDA Army | 208 (including 10 for female candidates) |
| NDA Navy | 42 (including 03 for female candidates) |
| NDA Air Force |
Flying: 92 (including 02 for female candidates)
Ground Duty (Technical): 18 (including 02 for female candidates) Ground Duty (Non-Technical): 10 (including 02 for female candidates) |
| Naval Academy | 30 (Male Candidates only) |
| Total Vacancies | 400 |
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UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023: Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for NDA/NA (I) 2023 is as follows:
NDA Eligibility: Nationality
A candidate must be an unmarried male/female and must be :
(i) a citizen of India, or
(ii) a subject of Nepal, or
(iii) 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.
(i) a citizen of India, or
(ii) a subject of Nepal, or
(iii) 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.
NDA Eligibility: Age Limit, Sex, and Marital Status
Only unmarried male/female candidates born not earlier than 02nd July, 2003 and not later than 1st July, 2006 are eligible.
NDA Eligibility: Educational Qualification
(i)For Army Wing of National Defence Academy :—12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University.
(ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 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 conducted by a State Education Board or a University.
Candidates who are appearing in the 12th Class under the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination.
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(ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 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 conducted by a State Education Board or a University.
Candidates who are appearing in the 12th Class under the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination can also apply for this examination.
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UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023: How To Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for the exam and are eligible can follow the below given steps to apply for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam:
- Go to the official website of UPSC.
- Fill the registration form with your credentials.
- Verify your details before submitting Part A and Part B of the application form
- After verifying the details filled in the application form candidates have to click on the final submit button which will redirect them to the payment window.
- After paying the online application fee candidates will be successfully registered.
Application Fee:
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Category |
Application Fee |
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SC/ST/ Sons of JCOs/NCOs |
No Application Fee |
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Other Candidates |
Rs.100/- |
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UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023: Syllabus and Exam Pattern
There are three stages in NDA Exam- Written Test, SSB Interview, and Medical Examination.
The exam pattern is as follows:
The exam pattern is as follows:
| Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 2½ Hours | 300 |
| General Ability Test | 2½ Hours | 600 |
| Total | 900 | |
| SSB Test/Interview | 900 |
The syllabus comprises of topics from maths, general knowledge, science, and English.
Maths
Algebra, Matrices and Determinants, Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry, Calculus, Vector Algebra, Statistics, and Probability.
English
Grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended text to test the candidate’s proficiency in English.
General Knowledge
Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography, and Current Events.
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UPSC NDA/NA (I) 2023: Exam Centres
The following are the exam centers for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam:| Ahmedabad | Agartala | Aizawl |
| Bengaluru | Bhopal | Bareilly |
| Chennai | Cuttack | Dispur |
| Delhi | Dehradun | Gangtok |
| Itanagar | Imphal | Jorhat |
| Jaipur | Kolkata | Kochi |
| Lucknow | Mumbai | Madurai |
| Nagpur | Patna | Port Blair |
| Ranchi | Shimla | Srinagar |
| Sambalpur | Tirupati | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Visakhapatnam | Prayagraj (Allahabad) | Chandigarh |
| Dharwad | Hyderabad | Jammu |
| Kohima | Panaji (Goa) | Raipur |
| Shillong | Udaipur | - |
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When does the application process for NDA/NA (I) 2023 start?
The application process for NDA/NA (II) 2022 starts on December 21, 2022.
What is the last date to apply for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam?
The last date to apply for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam is 10 January 2023.
What is the exam date for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam?
The exam date for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam is to be announced.
Can female candidates apply for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam?
Yes, female candidates can apply for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam.
How many vacancies have been announced for NDA/NA (I) 2023 Exam?
Vacancies for NDA/NA (I) 2023 are yet to be announced.