UPSC NDA Recruitment 2024: Registration for NDA 2 Begins, Direct Link to Apply

17 May 2024 edugraph.in

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the NDA 2 Recruitment 2024. The notification, released on 15th May 2024, invites applications from eligible unmarried boys and girls for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) for the 154th Course and the 116th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). The NDA 2 exam is scheduled for 1st September 2024, and the registration process has already begun. Let’s delve into the details and answer some frequently asked questions about this significant recruitment drive.

NDA Recruitment 2024 Notification

The NDA Recruitment 2024 is a national-level examination conducted twice a year by the UPSC to select candidates for the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and the Indian Naval Academy. This exam serves as a gateway for young aspirants to join the Indian Defence Forces as officers.

National Defence Academy :	Army	208 (including 10 for female candidates)
	Navy	42 (including 06 for female candidates)
	Air Force	Flying –92 (including 02 for female candidates) Ground Duties (Tech) –18 (including 02 for female candidates) Ground Duties (Non Tech) –10 (including 02 for female candidates)
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) :		34 (including 05 for female candidate)
Total : 404

The NDA offers a prestigious career path, complete with rigorous training and the honor of serving the nation. By joining the NDA, candidates receive an exceptional education and military training that prepares them for leadership roles in the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

How to Apply for NDA 2024?

The application process for NDA 2 2024 is straightforward. Follow these steps to apply:

Visit the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in.
Click on the link for the NDA 2 application form.
Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.

Key Dates and Events

It’s crucial to keep track of important dates for the NDA 2 2024 exam. Here’s a summary:

Event	Date
NDA 2 Notification Release	15th May 2024
Application Start Date	15th May 2024
Last Date to Apply	4th June 2024 (6 PM)
Admit Card Release	August 2024
NDA 2 Exam Date	1st September 2024
Result Declaration	To be notified

What are the Eligibility Criteria for NDA?

Educational Qualifications

Army Wing: 12th pass/HSC or equivalent from a recognized board or university.
Air Force and Naval Wings: 12th pass/HSC or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics from a recognized board or university.

Age Limit

Candidates must be unmarried males or females born between 2nd January 2006 and 1st January 2009.

Nationality

Candidates must be:

Citizens of India, or
Subjects of Bhutan or Nepal, or
Tibetan refugees who came to India before 1st January 1962, or
Persons of Indian origin who have migrated from specific countries to permanently settle in India.

Physical Standards

Candidates must meet the physical standards set by the NDA. This includes specific requirements for height, weight, and fitness levels.

Selection Process for NDA 2024

The selection process for NDA 2 2024 involves two stages:

Written Examination: This consists of two papers—Mathematics and the General Ability Test (GAT).
SSB Interview: Candidates who pass the written examination will be called for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview, which includes intelligence and personality tests.

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NDA Officers Salary

Rank	Pay Level (in Rs.)
Lt to Maj	Lt – Level 10 (56,100 – 1,77,500)/- Capt – Level 10 B (61,300-1,93,900)/- Maj – Level 11 (69,400 – 2,07,200)/-
Lt Col to Maj Gen	Lt Col – Level 12A (1,21,200 – 2,12,400)/- Col – Level 13 (1,30,600 – 2,15,900)/- Brig – Level 13A (1,39,600 – 2,17,600)/- Maj Gen – Level 14 (1,44,200 – 2,18,200)/-
Lt Gen (HAG Scale)	Level 15 (1,82,200 – 2,24,100)/-
Lt Gen (HAG+ Scale)	Level 16 (2,05,400 – 2,24,400)/-
VCOAS/Army Cdr/ Lt Gen (NFSG)	Level 17 (2,25,000/-) (fixed)
COAS	Level 18 (2,50,000/-) (fixed)

Army Officers and equivalent ranks in Air Force and Navy

Army	Navy	Air Force	Minimum Reckonable Commissioned Service required for Substantive Promotion
Lieutenant	Sub Lieutenant	Flying Officer	On Commission
Captain	Lieutenant	Flight Lieutenant	02 Years
Major	Lt. Commander	Squadron Leader	06 years
Lieutenant Colonel	Commander	Wing Commander	13 years
Colonel (Selection)	Captain (Selection)	Group Captain (Selection)	On Selection
Colonel (Time Scale)	Captain (Time Scale)	Group Captain (Time Scale)	26 years
Brigadier	Commodore	Air Commodore	On Selection
Major General	Rear Admiral	Air Vice Marshal	On Selection
Lieutenant General	Vice Admiral	Air Marshal	On Selection
General	Admiral	Air Chief Marshal	On Selection

Exam Pattern for NDA

The written examination is divided into two sections:

Subject	Maximum Marks	Duration
Mathematics	300	2.5 hours
General Ability Test	600	2.5 hours
Total	900	5 hours

Marking Scheme

Mathematics: Each question carries 2.5 marks, with a deduction of 0.83 marks for incorrect answers.
GAT: Comprises 150 questions, with each question carrying 4 marks. Incorrect answers lead to a deduction of 1.33 marks.

NDA 2 Vacancies 2024

UPSC has announced a total of 404 vacancies for NDA 2 2024. Here’s the detailed breakdown:

Department	Vacancies
National Defence Academy
Army	208 (including 10 for females)
Navy	42 (including 03 for females)
Air Force	92 (including 04 for females)
Naval Academy	34 (including 05 for females)
Total	404