The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), the central recruiting agency responsible for administering various examinations for all India services and central services, has recently unveiled the examination dates for the National Defence Academy (NDA) 2024. The NDA exam is conducted twice annually, known as NDA 1 and NDA 2, to recruit candidates for the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA. With this recent announcement, candidates across India can start gearing up for their preparation to join the prestigious Defence services of the country.
NDA 2024 Important Dates
NDA 1 2024 Exam Dates:
- Release of Notification: 20th December 2023
- Start of Online Application: 20th December 2023
- Deadline for Application: 9th January 2024
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 2nd week of January 2024
- Form Correction Details: 3rd week of January 2024
- Application Withdrawal Period: 4th week of January 2024
- Availability of Admit Card: 4th week of March 2024
- NDA 1 2024 Exam Date: 21st April 2024
- Result Announcement: 1st week of May 2024
- Interview Dates: May/June 2024
NDA 2 2024 Exam Dates:
- Release of Notification: 15th May 2024
- Start of Online Application: 15th May 2024
- Deadline for Application: 4th June 2024
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 2nd week of June 2024
- Form Correction Details: 2nd week of June 2024
- Application Withdrawal Period: June/July 2024
- Availability of Admit Card: Last week of August 2024
- NDA 2 2024 Exam Date: 1st September 2024
- Result Announcement: September 2024
- Interview Dates: September/October 2024
NDA 1 2024 Age Limits
- Both Male and Female candidates born not earlier than 2nd July 2005 and not later than 1st July 2008 are eligible.
NDA 2 2024 Age Limits
- Both Male and Female candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2006 and not later than 1st January 2009 are eligible.
NDA 2024 Preparation for the Exams
Candidates who aim to clear the NDA 2024 examination should start their preparation well in advance. The exam pattern and syllabus are comprehensive and require consistent and dedicated preparation. Several resources are available for preparation, including study materials, reference books, and mock tests. The examination pattern includes two papers – Mathematics (300 marks) and General Ability Test (600 marks), followed by an Interview (900 marks). The total marks for written examination and interview will be 1800.
NDA 2024 Application Form
Prospective candidates for NDA 2024 should pay attention to the following guidelines regarding the application process:
- The NDA 2024 application form will be exclusively available online.
- The application form can be accessed from 20th December 2023 for NDA I and from 15th May 2024 for NDA II.
- The application procedure consists of two stages – Part I and Part II.
- In Part I, candidates will undertake basic registration and fill out essential details.
- Part II involves uploading required documents and paying the application fee.
- Candidates must provide accurate information to prevent any discrepancies. This includes filling out personal details, educational qualifications, and contact information in the NDA 2024 registration form.
- Photographs and signatures should be scanned and uploaded according to the specified format.
- The authorities will provide an opportunity for candidates to withdraw their applications during the specified periods.
- It’s strongly recommended for candidates to print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.
How to Apply for NDA 2024
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Look for the OTR (One Time Registration) button and enter your basic details.
- Use the provided registration ID & password to log in and access the application form.
- Fill out the application form, divided into Part I and Part II.
- Fill out the required fields with care, including qualifications, contact details, personal information, and preferred examination center.
- Prepare and upload necessary documents such as a scanned photograph and signature in the specified format.
- Proceed to make payment via online or offline methods.
- Before final submission, verify and double-check all information entered in the application form. Once confirmed, submit the form and take a printout of it for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the NDA 1 2024 Notification be published?
- The notification for NDA 1 2024 is set to be published on 20th December 2023.
What is the NDA 1 2024 Exam Date?
- The NDA 1 2024 exam is scheduled for 21st April 2024.
When will the NDA 2 2024 Notification be published?
- The notification for NDA 2 2024 will be published on 15th May 2024.