Applications are invited for the 418 vacancies in the Army, Navy and Air Force. The election will be held through the National Defence Academy and the Naval Academy Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission on April 19.
Admissions to the 145th Course in the Army, Navy and Air Force of the NDA and the 107th Course of the Naval Academy. Only unmarried men can apply. The course will start on January 2, 2021
Apply online. Application deadline: January 28
Vacancies: 418 [Defence Academy – Army-208, Navy-42, Air Force-120; Naval Academy – 48 (10 + 2 Cadet Entry Scheme)]. Priority should be indicated in the relevant column in the online application for which service (National Defence Academy / Naval Academy) you wish to enter. You must also specify which course you are in.
| Name of Post | No of Post |
|---|---|
| Army | 208 |
| Navy | 42 |
| Air Force | 120 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | 48 |
| Total | 418 |
Age: Applicants should have been born between July 2, 2001 and July 1, 2004. Educational Qualification:
National Defence Academy (Army Wing): Plus 2 Victory / Equivalent. Candidates appearing for Plus Two examinations can also apply. They must produce their credentials before December 24, 2020. Those who have failed previous CPSS / PABT exams will not be considered in the Air Force. For more information on physical fitness, see the website’s appendix.
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Post Name | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) |
| Total Vacancies | 418 |
| Starting date | 8th January 2020 |
| Closing Date | 28th January 2020 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Category | UPSC Recruitment |
| Selection Process | Written Test, Personal Interview |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Site | upsc.gov.in |
Selection: Selection is based on writing test. The examination centres in Kerala are Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi. The nearest exam centres are Bengaluru and Chennai. There will be an objective written test based on Mathematics (code-01, two and a half hours, 300 marks) and General Ability Test (code-02, two and a half hours and 600 marks). SSB will conduct the interview with 900 marks. Payments can be made directly to any SBI branch, either through SBI’s Net Banking facility or by credit / debit card (Visa / Master / Rupee). Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes children of retired and retired employees of JCO, NCO and OR ranks will be eligible for the concession. How to Apply: Applications can be submitted online through the website www.upsconline.nic.in. The application should be filled in two phases.
For information: www.upsc.gov.in
