Defence Services (NDA — Army, Navy, Air Force)
NDA → Commissioned Officer (Lieutenant) → Captain → Major → Colonel → Brigadier (career spans 20–35 years)
Duration
3 years at NDA (Khadakwasla) + 1 year at respective academy (IMA/Naval/AFA) = 4 years total training
Stream
PCMC
Entry Salary
₹56,100–₹70,000/month (Lieutenant, 7th Pay Commission + Military Service Pay + allowances)
5-Year Salary
₹85,000–₹1,30,000/month (Captain/Major rank + DA + HRA + allowances)
Eligibility
Male and female candidates. Age 16.5–19.5 years. Unmarried. 10+2 passed (any stream for Army; PCM mandatory for Air Force and Naval wings). Physically fit — strict medical standards.
Entrance Exam Details
Career Progression
Expected Salary Range
Entry Level (Year 1)
₹56,100–₹70,000/month (Lieutenant, 7th Pay Commission + Military Service Pay + allowances)
Starting salary for freshers
After 5 Years (Experienced)
₹85,000–₹1,30,000/month (Captain/Major rank + DA + HRA + allowances)
With relevant experience and specialisation
Preparation Roadmap
NDA written exam is UPSC-level but designed for 10+2 students. Maths paper covers up to PU level. GAT covers English comprehension, GK, Physics, Chemistry. Start reading newspapers daily from PU I. Physical fitness is non-negotiable — start running, push-ups, and pull-ups from today. SSB interview tests leadership, team skills, and personality — cannot be last-minute prepared.
Available at The City Academy
The City Academy provides direct preparation for this career path through our PU Science programme (Karnataka State Board).
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