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NDA
National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination
The premier entry to the Armed Forces straight after school. UPSC-conducted written exam (Maths + GAT), followed by the 5-day SSB interview.
Who it's for
Class 12 pass / appearing, unmarried, ~16.5–19.5 years
Eligibility
- Indian citizen, unmarried
- Age ~16.5 to 19.5 years
- Class 12 (PCM for Air Force/Navy)
Selection stages
- UPSC written (Maths + General Ability)
- SSB interview (5 days)
- Medical (SMB)
The SSB stage
NDA SSB tests Officer-Like Qualities through screening, psychology, GTO and the personal interview.
PrepForce simulates exactly this — a voice Personal Interview and the psychology battery, scored on the 15 OLQs.