Hello aspirant,

A distinguished establishment, the National Defense Academy (NDA) prepares cadets to join the Indian Armed Forces as officers. In order to be eligible to join the NDA, prospective applicants must fulfill a number of requirements, including age. The NDA age range is 16.5 to 19.5 years, with a six-month exception for applicants who belong to the SC/ST. It is imperative that applicants accurately determine their age prior to submitting their NDA application.

Yes you are eligible for NDA 2 in 2026