NDA & NA (I) 2025 and CDS (I) 2025 examinations on December 31, 2024. Candidates who wish to apply can complete the process on the official UPSC website at upsconline.gov.in. The examinations are scheduled to take place on April 13, 2025.
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The National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Naval Academy (NA) exams are conducted by the UPSC to recruit candidates into the Defence services. These exams are held twice a year and assess both male and female candidates through a written test and an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).
Similarly, the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination is a national-level test held twice annually. It selects candidates aspiring to join the Indian Air Force, Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Officer’s Training Academy. Candidates must clear a written examination followed by an interview round and medical examination to qualify.
The UPSC will open the correction window for these exams from January 1, 2025, to January 7, 2025. Candidates can use this opportunity to rectify errors in their application forms by logging into the official UPSC platform.
Steps to Complete the Application Process
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