UPSC NDA I Final Result 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the final results for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination (I) 2025. This announcement marks a significant milestone for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces through the prestigious NDA.
UPSC NDA I Final Result 2025 Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Exam Name | UPSC NDA & NA I |
| Exam Date | April 13, 2025 |
| Result Declaration Date | October 10, 2025 |
| Final Merit List Released | October 10, 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 406 (Army: 208, Navy: 42, Air Force: 120, Naval Academy: 36) |
| Recommended Candidates | 735 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Cutoff Details
The official cutoff marks for the NDA I 2025 examination have been released by UPSC:
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Written Examination Minimum Qualifying Standard: 334 out of 900
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Final Selection Cutoff: 699 out of 1800
These marks are calculated based on the combined performance in the written exam and the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview. Candidates must meet these thresholds to be considered for selection into the NDA and NA courses.
Exam Details
The NDA I 2025 examination comprised two stages:
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Written Examination: Conducted on April 13, 2025, this stage assessed candidates’ knowledge in Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT).
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SSB Interview: Candidates who cleared the written exam were shortlisted for the SSB interview, which evaluates psychological aptitude, intelligence, and personality traits.
The final merit list is prepared based on the cumulative performance in both stages.
How to Check the UPSC NDA I Final Result 2025
Candidates can follow these steps to check their NDA I 2025 final result:
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Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in
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Navigate to the “What’s New” section on the homepage.
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Click on the link titled “NDA & NA Examination (I) 2025 – Final Result.”
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A PDF file will open containing the roll numbers of recommended candidates.
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Use the search function (Ctrl + F) to find your roll number.
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Download and save the PDF for future reference (Hindustan Times).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | December 11, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | January 1, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | April 3, 2025 |
| Written Exam Date | April 13, 2025 |
| Result Declaration Date | October 10, 2025 |
Official Links
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Final Result PDF: NDA I 2025 Final Result
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Cutoff Marks PDF: NDA I 2025 Cutoff Marks
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Marks of Recommended Candidates: NDA I 2025 Marks
For candidates who have been recommended, the next steps involve document verification and medical examination. It is essential to stay updated with official notifications from the Ministry of Defence regarding the joining instructions and course commencement dates.
For further assistance or queries, candidates can refer to the official UPSC website or contact the Additional Directorate General of Recruiting, Adjutant General’s Branch, Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence (Army), West Block No.III, Wing–I, R.K Puram, New Delhi -110066.
