The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) launched the National Defence Academy (NDA) I 2024 recruitment cycle, opening applications on December 20, 2023, and closing them on January 9, 2024, by 6:00 PM, to fill 400 vacancies across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy. The NDA I exam took place on April 21, 2024, with admit cards released on April 12, 2024, giving candidates access to their exam details. Results were announced on May 9, 2024, advancing successful candidates to the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview stage. This recruitment drive welcomed both male and female aspirants for the NDA and male candidates for the Naval Academy (NA), offering a prestigious pathway to serve in India’s defense forces. As of February 28, 2025, this cycle is complete, but it’s a helpful guide for future aspirants. Here’s everything you need to know about the UPSC NDA I Admit Card 2024 and the process.

Important Dates for UPSC NDA I 2024

• Application Start Date: December 20, 2023

• Application Deadline: January 9, 2024, by 6:00 PM

• Fee Payment Deadline: January 9, 2024

• Form Correction Window: January 10 to January 16, 2024

• NDA I Exam Date: April 21, 2024

• Admit Card Release Date: April 12, 2024

• Written Exam Result Date: May 9, 2024

Application Fee Details

• General / OBC Candidates: ₹100

• SC / ST / Female Candidates: ₹0 (Exempted)

• Payment Methods: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Cash via E-Challan at any State Bank of India (SBI) branch

Age Limit (as of Recruitment Rules)

• Eligible Birth Dates: Born between July 2, 2005, and July 1, 2008

• Age Relaxation: Available as per UPSC NDA I Exam 2024 rules (check official notification for details)

Vacancy Details (Total: 400 Posts)

• National Defence Academy (NDA) – Male & Female:

  • Army: 208 posts

  • Navy: 42 posts

  • Air Force: 120 posts

• Naval Academy (NA) – Male Only: 30 posts

Eligibility Criteria for UPSC NDA I 2024

• Army Wing:

  • Education: Passed or appearing in 10+2 (Intermediate) from any recognized board

• Navy Wing:

  • Education: Passed or appearing in 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board

• Air Force Wing:

  • Education: Passed or appearing in 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as subjects from any recognized board

• Naval Academy (NA) – Male Only:

  • Education: Passed or appearing in 10+2 (Cadet Entry Scheme) with Physics and Mathematics as subjects

Steps to Download UPSC NDA I Admit Card 2024

Follow these steps to retrieve your NDA I admit card, released on April 12, 2024:

• Step 1: Visit the Official UPSC Website
  Go to upsc.gov.in using any web browser on your device.

• Step 2: Access the Admit Card Section
  On the homepage, click the “E-Admit Card” link under the “Examination” tab or check the “What’s New” section for updates.

• Step 3: Select NDA I 2024 Admit Card
  Find and click on “National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) 2024 E-Admit Card.”

• Step 4: Log In with Credentials
  Enter your Registration ID or Roll Number and Date of Birth, then fill in the Captcha code. Click “Submit.”

• Step 5: Download the Admit Card
  Your admit card will display, showing your exam date, time, and center. Download it as a PDF file.

• Step 6: Print and Check Details
  Print a clear copy of the admit card and verify all information (name, roll number, venue) for accuracy. Bring it to the exam center on April 21, 2024, with a valid photo ID.