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AppThe Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official NDA II Recruitment Notification 2025 for 406 vacancies across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy. The online application process has begun from 28th May 2025 and will continue till 17th June 2025 (11:59 PM). Interested and eligible candidates who have passed 12th class can apply online through the official website.
Get complete details on UPSC NDA II 2025, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application fees, and direct links to the official notification and apply online form.
🔍 UPSC NDA II Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | NDA II (National Defence Academy & Naval Academy) |
| Advt No. | 10/2025-NDA-II |
| Total Vacancies | 406 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 28th May 2025 |
| Last Date | 17th June 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
📢 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 29th May 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 28th May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17th June 2025 |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | To be announced |
✅ Eligibility Criteria for UPSC NDA II 2025
| Wing | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Army Wing (NDA) | 12th pass (10+2 pattern) from a recognized board |
| Navy, Air Force (NDA) | 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Entry) | 12th pass with PCM subjects from recognized board |
📌 Age Limit: Only unmarried male and female candidates born between 01 January 2007 and 01 January 2010 are eligible.
💰 UPSC NDA II 2025 – Salary & Pay Scale
| Rank | Pay Level | Salary Range (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Cadet (During Training) | Level 10 | ₹56,100/- per month |
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Level 12A | ₹1,21,200 – ₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | ₹1,30,600 – ₹2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | ₹1,39,600 – ₹2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
| Lt Gen (HAG) | Level 15 | ₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100 |
| Lt Gen (HAG+) | Level 16 | ₹2,05,400 – ₹2,24,400 |
| VCOAS / Army Cdr / Lt Gen | Level 17 | ₹2,25,000 (Fixed) |
| COAS | Level 18 | ₹2,50,000 (Fixed) |
💡 Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500/month (from Lt to Brig)
🪖 UPSC NDA II Vacancy 2025 – Post-Wise Details
| Academy | Wing/Branch | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| National Defence Academy | Army | 208 (including 10 female) |
| Navy | 42 (including 05 female) | |
| Air Force – Flying | 92 (including 02 female) | |
| Air Force – Ground (Tech) | 18 (including 02 female) | |
| Air Force – Ground (Non-Tech) | 10 (including 02 female) | |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Entry) | 36 (including 04 female) |
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC Candidates | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/Female/Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs | Nil |
📄 How to Apply for UPSC NDA II 2025
- Visit the official UPSC website: (link in bottom)
- Click on “Online Application for Various Examinations”.
- Select NDA & NA Examination (II) 2025.
- Register yourself and fill out the application form.
- Upload documents and pay the required fee.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
❓ FAQs – UPSC NDA II 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NDA II 2025?
🅰️ 17th June 2025
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
🅰️ 406 Vacancies
Q3. Who is eligible to apply?
🅰️ 12th pass candidates meeting the age and subject criteria
Q4. What is the salary during training?
🅰️ ₹56,100/month
