UPSC NDA & CDS I 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the registration deadline for the UPSC NDA & CDS I 2025 examinations. Candidates interested in applying for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination, as well as the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination, can access the application link on the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
An official notification on the website reads, “Due to some technical issues, the closing date for NDA-I and CDS-I Examination, 2025 has been extended until 1800 hrs on 01.01.2025 (Wednesday).”
According to the official notification, the correction window for applications will open on January 1, 2025, and close on January 7, 2025.During this period, candidates can log into the registration platform to make necessary changes to their registration profiles. However, changes cannot be made directly through the application modification window.
How to Apply for UPSC NDA & CDS I 2025
Candidates can complete their applications by following these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.gov.in.
Step 2: Click on the link for UPSC NDA & NA, CDS I 2025 on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your registration details on the new page that opens.
Step 4: Submit the details and log in to your account.
Step 5: Fill in the application form and pay the application fee.
Step 6: Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Step 7: Keep a printed copy of the application for future reference.
Here’s the direct link to apply
The application fee for NDA & NA I is ₹100 for most candidates. However, SC/ST candidates, female candidates, and wards of JCOs/NCOs/Ors are exempt from paying the fee. Payment can be made via any State Bank of India branch by cash, Visa/Master/RuPay credit/debit card, UPI payment, or internet banking.
