National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination
| Acronym | NDA/NA Exam |
|---|---|
| Type | OMR sheet based (Pen & Paper) |
| Administrator | Union Public Service Commission |
| Skills tested | Writing, English, General knowledge, others |
| Purpose | Selection of candidates to be commissioned officers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force |
| Year started | 1954 |
| Duration | Five hours (Mathematics: 2½ hours, General Ability Test (GAT): 2½ hours) |
| Offered | Twice a year (April & September) |
| Restrictions on attempts | 16½ years to 19½ years (age of the candidate) |
| Regions | India |
| Languages | Hindi or English |
| Fee | ₹100 (US$1.20) (for General male candidates) |
| Qualification rate | ≈ 4% (approx) for written examination |
| Website | www |
The National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination is an entrance examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) twice a year for admissions into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Naval Academy (INA). The NDA Exam serves as a gateway for candidates seeking a career in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.