Table of Contents
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) sets the NDA age limits for various categories, including OBC, through its official notification. Aspirants must ensure they meet the NDA Eligibility Criteria 2024 before applying, as these criteria determine their eligibility for the examination.
NDA 2 Eligibility Criteria 2024
According to the official NDA 2024 notification, only unmarried male and female candidates born between July 2, 2005, and July 1, 2008, are eligible to apply. This means that the NDA 2 2024 age limit for all candidates falls between 16.5 and 19.5 years.
The NDA 2 2024 exam is scheduled for September 1, 2024. Candidates are advised to arrive at the examination center at least one hour before the closing time. They must carry a photo ID and their admit card to gain entry.
NDA Age Limit 2024
In the official NDA notification 2024, the Union Public Service Commission has stipulated the age limit for aspiring candidates. According to the UPSC 2024 eligibility criteria, individuals born between July 2, 2005, and July 1, 2008, are eligible to apply online for the National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) exam. Additionally, candidates from reserved categories are entitled to NDA age relaxation by UPSC rules. For a comprehensive understanding of the NDA age limit and age relaxation, refer to the tables provided below:
UPSC NDA Age Limit 2024
Exam | Date of Birth Criteria | Maximum Age for NDA |
---|---|---|
NDA (1) 2024 | July 2, 2005, to July 1, 2008 | 19.5 |
NDA (2) 2024 | July 2, 2005, to July 1, 2008 | 19.5 |
NDA Exam 2024Â
Overview | |
Exam Conducted by | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Name of Examination | NDA 2 2024 |
Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper Mode) |
Exam Date | 01 September 2024 |
Age Limit | Between the ages of 16.5 and 19.5 years |
Total Questions | 270 Total Questions (Out of them150 from the General Ability Test and 120 from Mathematics) |
Maximum Marks | 900 Marks (300 Marks for Mathematics and 600 Marks for General Ability Test) |
Duration | 2½ Hours + 2½ Hours |
Negative Marking | 1/3rd marks |
Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
NDA Age Limit For Girl
- The age limit for female candidates applying for the NDA Exam 2024 is between 16.5 and 19.5 years.
- Girl applicants must be within this age bracket from 16.5 to 19.5 years old on the 1st of July of the year of examination in order to be eligible for the NDA exam.
- Upper and lower age limits apply equally to both girls and boys intending to sit for the NDA selection process.
- Not meeting the minimum or maximum age limit will make a candidate disqualified to appear for the NDA examination,
NDA Age Limit For Boys
The age limit for boys candidates applying for the NDA Exam 2024 is between 16.5 and 19.5 years. Not meeting the minimum or maximum age limit will make a candidate disqualified to appear for the NDA examination,
NDA Nationality Criteria 2024
According to the UPSC NDA notification 2024, eligibility for the NDA exam extends to Indian citizens meeting specific criteria as outlined by the Commission: Candidates who qualify as:
- Citizens of India
- Subjects of Nepal
- Subjects of Bhutan
- Individuals of Indian origin who migrated from Zaire, Ethiopia, East African Countries of Kenya, the United Republic of Tanzania, Malawi, Uganda, Burma, Pakistan, Zambia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam to settle in India
- Tibetan refugees who arrived in India and settled before January 1, 1962
These categories encompass individuals eligible to apply for the NDA examination as specified in the UPSC Notification 2024.
NDA Educational Qualifications 2024Â
To take the NDA exam and proceed in the recruiting process, candidates must have the necessary qualifications. The table below illustrates the specifics of the candidates’ educational requirements.
Academy | Educational Qualification |
NDA Course (For Army Wing) | 12th Class pass of the 10 + 2 education pattern or equivalent exam organized by the State Education Board or University. |
NDA Course (For Air Force and Naval Wings) | 12th Class pass in the 10+2 education pattern with the subjects of math, physics, and chemistry, or examinations equivalently conducted by a state education board or a university. |
NDA Physical Eligibility Criteria 2024
Medical Criteria | Requirements |
---|---|
Tattoos | Limited to wrist to inside of elbow and back of the hand. Exceptions for tribal candidates with traditional face or body tattoos. |
Chest Measurements | Not less than 81 cm during full expansion, with at least 5 cm expansion after inspiration. |
Mental Fitness | No history of mental breakdowns. Average-sized liver and spleen. |
Hernias | Untreated hernias result in disqualification. Operation should be performed one year prior to the final medical examination. |
Bones and Joints | No impairment, appropriate development required. |
Hearing Ability | Able to hear a whisper with each ear at 610 cm. No ear, nose, or throat problems. |
Blood Pressure | Must be within normal range. |
Heart and Blood Vessels | Free of biological or functional diseases. |
Skin and Other Conditions | No skin diseases, hydrocele, varicocele, piles. |
Abdominal Organs and Urine | No ailments affecting internal abdominal organs. Abnormalities in urine lead to disqualification. |
Dental Health | Sufficient healthy and natural teeth, with at least 14 dental points. |
USG Abdomen | Mandatory for all candidates. |
These standards ensure candidates possess the necessary physical health for service in the NDA and Naval Academy.
Height and Weight Requirements for Army, Navy and Air Force
- The NDA eligibility requirements depend largely on the height and weight of the candidate.
- An applicant must be physically fit to be considered for the defence exam.
- The height and weight restrictions in the NDA examinations are the primary requirements of the candidates, and only the grounds they specify will result in relaxation.
- Below, we have provided a detailed list of the weight and height required for NDA.
NDA Height For Girls
Army | Navy | Air Force | |
Female Candidates Height | 152 cm | 152 cm | 163 cm |
Gorkhas and candidates belonging to the Hills of the North Eastern region of India, Garhwal and Kumaon | 148 cm | 147 cm | 147 cm |
Ground Duty Branch | _ | _ | 152 cm |
Lakshadweep | _ | 150 cm | 150 cm |
NDA Height For Boys
Army | Navy | Air Force | |
Male Candidates Height | 157 cm | 157 cm | 163 cm |
Gorkhas and candidates belonging to the Hills of the North Eastern region of India, Garhwal and Kumaon | 152 cm | 152 cm | 152.5 cm |
Ground Duty Branch | _ | _ | 157.5 cm |
Lakshadweep | _ | 155 cm | 155.5 cm |
Candidates Exceptions Based on Region
For Army and Air Force
Height (in cms) | Weight (in kgs) | ||
---|---|---|---|
16-17 Years | 17-18 Years | 18-19 Years | |
152 | 42.5 | 44.0 | 45.0 |
155 | 43.5 | 45.3 | 47.0 |
157 | 45.0 | 47.0 | 48.0 |
160 | 46.0 | 48.0 | 49.0 |
162 | 48.0 | 50.0 | 51.0 |
165 | 50.0 | 52.0 | 53.0 |
167 | 51.0 | 53.0 | 54.0 |
170 | 52.5 | 55.0 | 56.0 |
173 | 54.5 | 57.0 | 58.0 |
175 | 56.0 | 59.0 | 60.0 |
178 | 58.0 | 61.0 | 62.0 |
180 | 60.0 | 63.0 | 64.5 |
183 | 62.5 | 65.0 | 66.5 |
For Navy
Height (in cms) | Weight (in kgs) | ||
---|---|---|---|
16 Years | 18 Years | 20 Years | |
152 | 44 | 45 | 46 |
155 | 45 | 46 | 47 |
157 | 46 | 47 | 49 |
160 | 47 | 48 | 50 |
162 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
165 | 50 | 52 | 53 |
167 | 52 | 53 | 55 |
170 | 53 | 55 | 57 |
173 | 55 | 57 | 59 |
175 | 57 | 59 | 61 |
178 | 59 | 61 | 62 |
180 | 61 | 63 | 64 |
183 | 63 | 65 | 67 |
Sitting Height, Leg Length and Thigh Length in Air Force for Both Male and Female Candidates
Height Requirements | Minimum | Maximum |
---|---|---|
Sitting eight | 81.5 cm | 96.0 cm |
Leg Length | 99.0 cm | 120.0 cm |
Thigh Length | – | Maximum- 64.0 cm |
NDA Vision Standards
A candidate recruited for the NDA exam 2024 represents our nation and carries a lot of duties and responsibilities. It is essential for a candidate to fulfil the medical standards in good health. A medical examination for eyesight standards is one of the key prerequisites for NDA eligibility 2024. Vision NDA medical test requirements are as follows:
- The better eye’s corrected distance vision should be 6/6 while the weaker eyes should be 6/9.
- More than 2.5 D of myopia is prohibited.
- Astigmatism and hypermetropia over 3.5 D are not permitted.
- No candidates for the Indian Air Force may wear eyeglasses.
Category | Naval | Air Force |
Uncorrected Vision | 6/6 | 6/6, 6/9 |
Corrected Vision | 6/6 | 6/6 (only for Hypermetropia) |
Limits of Myopia | -0.75 D Sph | Nil |
Limits of Hypermetropia | +1.5 D Cyl | +2.00 D Sph |
Limits of Colour Perception | I | Nil |
Binocular Vision | III | Nil |
Manifest Myopia | N.A. | Nil Re |
Tinoscopic Myopia | N.A. | 0.5 |
Colour Vision | N.A. | CP-I (MLT) |
Astigmatism (Within limits of myopia and hypermetropia) | N.A. | +0.75 D Sph /Cyl (within + 2.0 D Max) |
Near Vision | N.A. | N-5 each eye |
NDA Marital Status
- Candidates intending to participate in the UPSC NDA 1 and 2 exams in 2024 are required to be unmarried and must maintain their unmarried status throughout the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy training.
- If a candidate chooses to marry during the UPSC NDA training, they will be discharged from the Academy.