NDA 2025 Vacancies: Want to know how many seats are available in NDA 2 2025? UPSC has officially released the vacancy details for the upcoming NDA exam, and it includes separate seats for girls too.
Whether you’re aiming for the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Naval Academy, here’s the full breakdown of the NDA 2025 vacancies.
Total NDA 2 2025 Vacancies: 406
Yes, that’s right! A total of 406 seats will be filled through this recruitment. These are spread across different wings of the National Defence Academy and the Indian Naval Academy.
NDA 2 2025 Seat Matrix (Branch-Wise)
Here’s a clear view of the number of vacancies:
| Wing | Total Seats | Seats for Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Army | 208 | 10 |
| Navy | 42 | 5 |
| Air Force (Flying) | 92 | 2 |
| Air Force (Ground – Tech) | 18 | 2 |
| Air Force (Ground – Non-Tech) | 10 | 2 |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Entry) | 36 | 4 |
| Total | 406 | 25 (approx.) |
So, if you’re looking for NDA seats for girls in 2025, there are around 25 dedicated seats, across all branches.
Good News for Female Candidates
Since 2021, girls are allowed to apply for NDA, and UPSC has been increasing female participation every year. For NDA 2 2025:
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Girls can apply for Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy
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Selection is separate for boys and girls based on their own merit lists and vacancies
How Are NDA Vacancies Allocated?
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You can choose your preferences (Army/Navy/Air Force/Naval Academy) while filling the form.
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You’ll be selected based on:
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Written exam marks
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SSB performance
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Medical fitness
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Availability of seats in your preferred branch
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Can Vacancies Change?
Yes. The official notice mentions that these vacancies are provisional and can be increased or decreased later based on the training capacity of NDA and INA.
But most years, the final number remains close to the original.
How to Maximize Your Chance?
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Fill in as many preferences as you’re eligible for
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Score well in both written and SSB
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Make sure you’re medically fit
Also, don’t delay your application—seats at exam centers are allotted on a first-come-first-serve basis.
