UPSC NDA and NA Exam (II) 2021 – 400 Vacancies

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), has released the notification of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II) 2021 for unmarried male candidates. Eligible candidates can apply online before 29-06-2021 (06:00 P.M).

Exam Name	National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II) 2021
Vacancies	NDA-370 NA – 30
Stipend (Cadet Training)	Rs.56100 p.m. (For Army Officer, Air Force and Navy)
Age Limit	Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 02nd January 2003 and not later than 1st January 2006 are eligible.
Education Qualification	(i) For Army Wing of National Defence Academy:- 12th Class pass of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University. (ii) For Air Force and Naval Wings of National Defence Academy and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy:- 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University.

Application fees:- Candidates (excepting SC/ ST candidates/ Sons of JCOs/ NCOs/ ORs who are exempted from payment of fee) are required to pay a fee of Rs. 100/- (Rupees one hundred only) either by depositing the money in any Branch of SBI by cash or using the net banking facility of State Bank of India or using Visa/ MasterCard/ Rupay Credit/ Debit Card.

How to Apply:-

Eligible candidates can apply online through the Official Link.
Candidates can take a printout of the filled application and fees receipt for future reference.

Army/Navy wings of the NDA and 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme of Indian Naval Academy	Written Examination, Intelligence and Personality Test and Medical Exam
Air Force	Written Examination, SSB (Intelligence and Personality Test), CPSS and Medical Exam

Notes:-

SC/ST candidates/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempted from the payment of application fees.
The incomplete application will be summarily rejected.
Fee once paid shall not be refunded.

Last Date for Online Application Submission:- 29-06-2021 (06:00 P.M).
Online Applications can be withdrawn from – 06-07-2021 to 12-07-2021 (06:00 PM)
Last Date for Application Fees Submission (Online):- 28-06-2021 (06:00 PM)
Last Date for Application Fee Submission (Offline):- 29-06-2021 (23:59 hrs)
Date of Commencement of Examination:- 05 September 2021

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Serving the defence force of the nation is an opportunity that carries a prestige and honour with it. It is a thrilling opportunity for those who like challenges and who prefer the exciting side of life at all times. And though serving the defence comes with its own share of responsibilities, there also happens to be a lot of adventure and thrill in undertaking the tasks at hand. Quite evidently, a position in the defence force would ensure that no two days are the same.

The Indian Defence Force is one of the finest forces in the world. Filled with opportunities for youngsters from all around the country, the defence force has a spot for everyone. Candidates with diverse skill sets manage to find a meaningful and contributing spot for the service of the nation.

If you have what it takes to make the cut among the finest in the country, then exploring what’s in store for you in the Defence force is just what you need to do.

Top Recruiters in Defence section

Primarily, considering this is a government job, the onus of recruiting candidates falls on the Union Public Service Commission or the UPSC. The UPSC has the sole task of recruiting Commissioned Officers in the Armed Forces. It accomplishes this by conducting two main All-India competitive Examinations namely:

National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Naval Defence Academy (NA)

Combined Defence Service Examination

Examinations for specific positions vary from one designation to another. There happens to be a different set of examinations to opt for the Indian Army and similarly a different set of exams to opt for the naval force or the Air Force.

Job Prospects in Defence

The Defence force has its doors open for a wide range of skill sets. Those willing to put their skills towards the service of the nation will always find a rank for themselves in the Defence force.

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Eligibility Criteria for a job in Defence

Basic eligibility criteria for job in the defence force are:

A candidate is ideally expected to have passed 10+2 examination successfully at a recognised board of the country.

At the post-graduate level, the candidate should have the Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in the country.

At the research level, the candidate must have ideally passed the NET and should have a Master’s degree from recognised university.

Exceptional extracurricular performances alongside excellent academics would only cement your position harder in the defence force.

UPSC NDA and NA Exam (II) 2021 – 400 Vacancies

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