Big Update for Defence Aspirants! The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the NDA II Recruitment 2025 & NA II Examination 2025 notification. If you’re dreaming of joining the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, or Naval Academy, this is your golden chance! 🪖⚓✈️ The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will release the NDA 2 Application Form 2025 on May 28, 2025. Interested candidates can apply until June 17, 2025. The application fee can be paid through both online and offline modes. As per the official notification, NDA 2 vacancies for 2025 will also be published.
Before applying, candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPSC portal. Only after successful OTR, the NDA application form can be filled out. Read on for a detailed guide on how to apply, eligibility criteria, important documents, and correction procedures.
UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2025
📝 Key Highlights:
- Application Start Date: 28 May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 17 June 2025 (Till 6 PM)
- Exam Date: 14 September 2025
- Admit Card: Available before the exam
- Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC, Free for SC/ST
UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2025 Eligibility
- Army Wing: Passed/Appearing in Class 12 from any recognized board
- Air Force & Naval Wing: Class 12 with Physics & Mathematics
- Age Limit: Candidates born between 2 Jan 2007 to 1 Jan 2010
📸 Photo Guidelines:
Your uploaded photo must be recent (not older than 10 days) with your name and date clearly printed on it.
⚠️ Important:
All applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling the NDA II form.
👉 Make sure to read the full notification before applying and keep scanned documents ready – Photo, Signature, ID proof, etc.
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🧾 Who Can Apply for the NDA Exam?
Candidates who are unmarried male or female aspirants aged between 16.5 and 19.5 years and have either passed or are appearing for Class 12 can apply. Specific educational qualifications apply based on the chosen wing (Army, Navy, Air Force).
📅 NDA 2 Application Form 2025 Release Date
- Release Date: May 28, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: June 17, 2025
- Exam Date: September 14, 2025
🔐 Is One Time Registration (OTR) Mandatory?
Yes, OTR is mandatory to apply for the NDA exam. It is a one-time process where candidates enter personal details, verify credentials, and create login access to apply for any UPSC exam in the future.
Steps for OTR:
- Visit the UPSC OTR portal
- Click on “New Registration”
- Fill out details: name, DOB, gender, contact details, etc.
- Set a password and submit
- Login using the registered email/mobile/OTR ID
🖊️ How to Fill NDA Application Form 2025?
The NDA form is divided into two parts:
Part I: Registration
- Page 1 – Enter personal, educational, and communication details
- Page 2 – Select preferences for Army, Navy, and Air Force
- Page 3 – Verify and confirm entered information
- Page 4 – System generates your Registration ID
Part II: Fee Payment and Uploads
- Pay Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC; Exempted for SC/ST/JCOs/NCOs/Women
- Modes: Online (cards/net banking) or offline via SBI challan
- Select Exam Centres: Choose 3 preferences
- Upload Documents:
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Size must be between 20–300 KB
🔁UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2025 Form Correction Window
UPSC allows corrections except exam center changes. The correction window opens 7 days after the form closes.
To edit:
- Visit UPSC portal
- Login with your credentials
- Make changes using OTP verification
- Download the updated form
Note: To update OTR information, log in separately via the OTR platform.
📄 UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Age Limit: Born between January 2, 2005 – January 1, 2008
- Army Wing: Passed/appearing in Class 12 from any stream
- Navy & Air Force: Passed/appearing in Class 12 with Physics & Mathematics
- Gender: Both male and female candidates eligible
- Must be physically fit
📍 NDA Exam Centres 2025
NDA exam is held in various cities across India. Candidates can choose 3 preferred centres, allotted on a first-apply-first-serve basis. Some popular centers include:
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Hyderabad
- Patna
- Jaipur
- Bengaluru
- Kolkata
- Chennai
🪪 NDA Admit Card 2025
The admit card is released three weeks prior to the exam date. Candidates can download it from the UPSC website using their registration number or roll number.
- Admit card is not sent by post
- Must be carried to the exam center in printed form (preferably color)
🔄 Common FAQs – NDA 2 Application Form 2025
Q: When will NDA 2 Application Form 2025 be released?
A: It will be available from May 28 to June 17, 2025.
Q: Is OTR mandatory for NDA exam?
A: Yes, One-Time Registration is compulsory.
Q: How to apply if I changed my name after Class 10?
A: Ensure you upload supporting legal documents while filling the application.
Q: Facing issues with date/address fields in the form. What should I do?
A: Try clearing your browser cache or switching browsers. If unresolved, contact UPSC support.
Q: Can I edit my application after submitting?
A: Yes, via the correction window (except for center change).
Q: Is the NDA form divided into parts?
A: Yes, Part I (registration) and Part II (fee payment, uploads).
✅ NDA 2025 Important Dates Overview
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| NDA 2 Application Form | May 28 – June 17, 2025 |
| NDA 2 Exam Date | September 14, 2025 |
| NDA 1 2026 Notification | December 2025 (Tentative) |
| NDA 1 2026 Exam | April 2026 (Tentative) |
