UPSC has released the NDA 2 2025 Admit Card on the website. Those candidates who have registered for the exam may now download their admit cards online.
In 2025, the NDA 2 exam is on September 14, 2025 (Sunday). All candidates are advised to report to the examination centre with a valid admit card because the admit card is the entry pass for the examination. Without an admit card, entry is permitted.
NDA 2 2025 Exam Overview
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Particulars |
Details |
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Exam |
NDA 2 2025 |
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Academy |
National Defence Academy (NDA) |
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Course |
156th Course |
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Exam Conducting Body |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
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Notification Release Date |
May 28, 2025 |
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Last Date to Apply |
June 17, 2025 |
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Admit Card Release Date |
September 04, 2025 |
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Exam Date |
September 14, 2025 |
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Result Declaration Date |
2-3 weeks after the exam (expected) |
How to download the NDA 2 2025 Admit Card
To get your admit card, do this:
- Go to the official UPSC website: www.upsconline.nic.in or www.upsc.gov.in
- On the home page, click on the “Admit Card” section.
- Click on “UPSC’s Various Examination Admit Cards.”
- Find the link for the NDA 2 2025 Admit Card.
- Click on the “Click Here” option.
- Log in with your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Your admit card will display on the screen.
- Download and print at least two hard copies for safety.
It’s best to use a computer for your admit cards as opposed to a mobile device for better access.
Key Details About NDA 2 2025 Admit Card
- The exam is on September 14, 2025.
- Admit cards can be accessed at upsconline.nic.in.
- For login, you will need your Registration ID and Date of Birth.
- If at least 7 days before the exam, and your admit card has not arrived, you should get in touch with UPSC at once via their helpline or the facilitation counter.
- 011-23385271
- 011-23381125
- 011-23098543 (Ext. 4119, 4120)
Report to the UPSC at once if you see incorrect info or poor quality photos.
Documents Required on Exam Day
Candidates must carry:
- Valid Photo ID Proof: Please bring in a valid photo ID, which may be your Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN Card. Also, see to it that the details you provide match that which is on your admit card.
- Two Black Ballpoint Pens: Bring along at least two black ballpoint pens. They are required for filling in the OMR sheet.
- Passport-Sized Photographs: If you have an unclear photo on your admit card, bring in two recent passport-sized photos.
- Printed Copy of the Admit Card: Don't depend on your phone. You must carry a printout of your admit card – digital versions will not be accepted at the exam centre.
NDA 2 2025 Exam Day Guidelines
Candidates must adhere to the rules and timing as issued by UPSC.
The entry gate at the exam centre will LOCK 10 minutes before each paper starts:
- Mathematics Paper → Entry closes at 9:50 AM
- General Ability Test (GAT) → Entry closes at 1:50 PM
- Late entry will not be allowed.
- Take only what is essential (admit card, pens, ID proof, photos).
- Follow the exam centre rules and instructions of the invigilators.
- Keep your admit card at all times for the SSB interview and throughout the selection process.
About NDA Examination
The National Defence Academy Exam is conducted by the UPSC twice a year for the purpose of recruiting candidates to the Army, Navy, and Air Force. This is one of India’s toughest exams.
The selection process consists of two stages:
1. Written Examination: Includes two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT).
2. SSB Interview: If you successfully clear the written examination, you will receive an invitation to an SSB interview via email. This interview will test your analytical skills, critical thinking, personality, character and also your communication skills, physical fitness, and suitability is also important for becoming an officer.
Stay Updated with NDA 2 2025 Exam News
To keep updated, candidates may go to the UPSC site for NDA 2 2025 info. Also, they may follow reliable defence institutions and educational sites that provide guidance, answer keys, and exam analysis.
If you are preparing for NDA, make sure to:
- Review the full syllabus thoroughly.
- Solve the previous year's question papers.
- Time management is important for the exam.
- Stay focused and consistent in prep and on exam day.
Final Words
The NDA 2 2025 Admit Card is a compulsory document for all candidates. Download it early, check the details carefully, and prepare for exam day with confidence. The NDA exam is more than a simple academic evaluation; it also looks at courage, tenacity and leadership. If candidates prepare well, which includes very intensive training and hard work, they may achieve the goal of enlisting in the Indian Armed Forces.
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