About the NDA examination
Every year thousands of students dream to clear the coveted NDA examination and serve the Indian Defence Forces, but only a few can make it to the prestigious National Defence Academy. NDA, Khadakvasla, Pune is one of the most renowned institutions in the country that prepare future officers for the nation. Here, cadets are thoroughly prepared to serve the nation. Many cadets from NDA have laid down their lives for the motherland. Cadets to the NDA are selected through a written exam conducted by the UPSC two times a year. The Union Public Service Commission will release notification for NDA 1 2023 examination on 21st December 2022. The NDA 1 2023 examination will be held on Sunday, 16 April 2023. This is a golden opportunity for the young talent of the country to fulfill their dreams and serve their country.
After clearing the written test candidates go through rigorous interviews by the Services Selection Board that cover general aptitude, psychological testing, team skills as well as physical and social skills. Candidates also undergo medical tests to judge their fitness. Every year, approximately 400,000 candidates appear for the NDA examination. Around 6300 candidates are invited to appear for the interview. The Supreme Court of India passed an order in August 2021 that allowed female candidates to appear for the NDA entrance examination.
Here, we get to know some important facts about the NDA 1 2023 Examination.
Important Dates
The important dates that candidates must remember are:
| Event | Dates |
| Online Registration | 21.12.2022 to 10.01.2023 |
| Admit Cards | Three weeks before the examination |
| Date of Examination | 16th April 2023 |
| Result declaration | May 2023 |
| Date of commencement of the course | 02nd January 2024 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who wish to appear in NDA 1 2023 examination must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
| Parameter | Conditions |
| Date of Birth | 02nd July 2004 to 01st July 2007 |
| Gender | Male/Female |
| Educational Qualification | Army wing of NDA – XIIth pass from a recognized board
Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA – XIIth pass from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects. |
| Candidates appearing in class XII are eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of passing the examination by 24th December 2023. |
How to clear the NDA Examination
The UPSC NDA examination is one of the toughest examinations to appear for and a difficult nut to crack. Hence, clearing the NDA examination is not a cakewalk. One has to burn the midnight oil to succeed. It requires deep, intensive study, a lot of practice and hard work, and above all meticulous time management skills. These skills don’t develop in a day. They are built as a result of continuous hard work and perseverance. One needs to put in consistent effort for a year or at least six months to get ready to face the final challenge.
Here, Shaurya Bharat Defence Exams Learning App comes to your rescue. The app provides comprehensive study material for students to study. The experienced and dedicated team of Shaurya Bharat leaves no stone unturned for its students. Mock tests, live exams, and practice sets give a lot of practice to students and prepare them to face any challenge. For more details on the NDA examination, log on to https://shauryabharat.com/officers/nda/
For details refer to the official website of UPSC – https://www.upsc.gov.in/
To apply online visit https://upsconline.nic.in/
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