UPSC Declares NDA & NA (II) 2025 Written Exam Results: Over 400 Vacancies Up for Grabs

New Delhi, October 2, 2025 – The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the results of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2025. This move opens the door for aspiring defence personnel to proceed to the next selection phase. UPSC released the written exam results in PDF format, listing the roll numbers of candidates who qualified for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interviews.

Exam Overview and Conduct

The NDA and NA (II) 2025 written examination took place across the country on September 14, 2025. This prestigious exam opens the gateway for young candidates who aim to join the Indian Armed Forces through the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, as well as the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy (INA). Candidates faced two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT), totaling 900 marks for the written stage.

This year’s recruitment drive targets 406 vacancies, distributed as follows: 208 in the Army (including 10 seats reserved for female candidates), 42 in the Navy (including 6 for females), and the rest in the Air Force wing. Successful candidates will receive commissions for the 156th course of NDA and the 118th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC), both starting on July 2, 2026.

Result Declaration Details

UPSC declared the results on October 1, 2025, just weeks after the exam. This timing allows qualified candidates to prepare promptly for the next stages. The merit list appears only in PDF format on the official UPSC website, featuring the roll numbers of shortlisted aspirants. UPSC has not disclosed the exact number of qualified candidates in the initial announcement, but it reflects the exam’s competitive nature, where thousands compete annually for these limited seats.

UPSC will release cut-off marks and detailed scorecards later on the portal after completing the SSB interviews and medical examinations.

How to Check Your Results

Candidates can access the results by following these simple steps:

1. Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the “What’s New” or “Examination” section.
3. Click the link titled “Written Result – National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025.”
4. Download the PDF merit list and search for your roll number using Ctrl+F.

Candidates should take a printout of the result for future reference, as they will need it during the SSB registration process.

Next Steps: SSB Interviews and Beyond

Shortlisted candidates must now prepare for the SSB interviews, a rigorous five-day evaluation process that assesses leadership potential, psychological aptitude, and physical fitness. To move forward:

• Registration: Qualified candidates must register online on the Indian Army Recruiting website (joinindianarmy.nic.in) within two weeks of the result declaration.
• SSB Schedule: The respective service headquarters (Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force) will intimate interview dates and venues via email/SMS.
• Documentation: Candidates must present original certificates for age proof and educational qualifications at the SSB center.

The final merit list will combine performance in the written exam (900 marks) and SSB interview (900 marks), totaling 1,800 marks. Only medically fit candidates will secure spots in the academies.

Important Dates and Advice for Aspirants

• Result Declaration: October 1, 2025
• SSB Registration Deadline: October 15, 2025 (tentative)
• Course Commencement: July 2, 2026

UPSC urges candidates to stay updated via the official website and avoid unofficial sources. For queries, candidates can contact the facilitation counter at UPSC at 011-23385271/ 011-23381125 or via email at uscsp-upsc@nic.in.

This announcement marks a significant milestone for defence aspirants, with SSB interviews set to test their mettle in the coming months. Congratulations to all qualifiers—your journey to serve the nation continues!