The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the detailed timetable for the National Defence Academy (NDA) II and Naval Academy (NA) II Examination 2025. Registered candidates can now access the official notification and exam schedule
According to the announcement, the UPSC NDA 2 and NA 2 exams 2025 will be conducted on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in two separate sessions.
UPSC NDA 2 & NA 2 Exam 2025 Timetable
- Mathematics Paper: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (2.5 hours, 300 marks)
- General Ability Test (GAT): 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM (2.5 hours, 600 marks)
In total, the written exam carries 900 marks, with Mathematics testing analytical and problem-solving skills, while the GAT evaluates candidates’ English proficiency, general knowledge, and reasoning abilities.
Candidates will be able to download the UPSC NDA 2 admit card 2025 from upsconline.nic.in seven days before the examination date. To log in, candidates must use their application ID and date of birth.
UPSC has instructed candidates to carefully check the details on their admit card, including name, roll number, exam center, and reporting time. Any discrepancies must be immediately reported to the Commission. As per the notification, “No candidate will ordinarily be allowed to take the examination unless he/she holds an e-Admit Card for the examination.”
Exam Pattern and Rules for NDA 2 & NA 2 Exam 2025
The written examination will consist of objective-type questions only. Both Mathematics and GAT papers will be bilingual, available in English and Hindi. Candidates must follow strict rules prescribed by UPSC:
- Use of calculators, log tables, or mathematical tables is strictly prohibited.
- No candidate will be allowed to use a scribe.
- Questions will follow the metric system of weights and measures.
Adhering to these rules is crucial, as any violation may lead to disqualification.
Post-Exam Process: SSB Interview
Candidates who qualify the written examination will be shortlisted for the Services Selection Board (SSB) Test/Interview, which carries 900 marks. The SSB process evaluates candidates’ leadership skills, psychological aptitude, and suitability for a career in the Armed Forces.
The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the written test and SSB Interview, subject to medical fitness and eligibility verification.
Vacancies for UPSC NDA & NA 2 Exam 2025
The UPSC has announced a total of 406 vacancies across the academies. Successful candidates will be admitted to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of NDA, as well as the Indian Naval Academy (INA).
Key Takeaway
The release of the detailed timetable for the UPSC NDA 2 and NA 2 Exam 2025 marks a crucial milestone for aspirants preparing for a future in the Indian Armed Forces. With exam date set for September 14, 2025, candidates should focus on revising core subjects, practicing mock tests, and adhering to UPSC’s examination guidelines, for more details CLICK HERE
