UPSC NDA 2 Exam 2024 Results Expected by End of September: Key Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to announce the results for the NDA (National Defence Academy) 2 Exam 2024 by the end of September. Candidates who appeared for the exam, held on September 1, 2024, will be able to check their results on the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in.

Recruitment Drive Details

The NDA 2 Exam 2024 is part of a major recruitment drive aimed at filling 404 positions, which include:

370 vacancies in the National Defence Academy (Army, Navy, and Air Force wings)

34 vacancies in the Naval Academy

Aspiring candidates had applied for the exam earlier this year, with the application deadline being June 4, 2024.

Steps to Check NDA 2 Exam 2024 Results:-

Once the results are declared, candidates can follow these steps to view their results:

Visit the official UPSC website at www.upsc.gov.in.

Navigate to the "What's New" section on the homepage.

Click on the link titled "Written Result National Defence Academy-I Exam 2024."

A PDF will open with the list of qualified candidates.

Browse the list to find your name. If your name appears, prepare for the next round – the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview.

Passing Marks and Cutoff

To qualify for the next stage, candidates must score between 300 and 350 marks overall in the written examination, along with a minimum of 25% in each section. This cutoff is crucial for determining which candidates will receive a call for the SSB interview.

NDA 2 Exam 2024 Selection Process

The selection process for the NDA 2 Exam 2024 includes multiple stages:

Written Examination: The exam consists of two papers:

Mathematics: 300 marks

General Ability Test (GAT): 600 marks, divided between English and General Knowledge

The total exam duration is 5 hours.

Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview: Candidates who clear the written exam will be called for the SSB interview, which carries a weight of 900 marks. This stage assesses the candidate's personality, intelligence, and suitability for a military career.

Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must complete the document verification process after the SSB interview.

Medical Examination: The final step involves a comprehensive medical examination to ensure candidates meet the required physical standards for defense services.

Those who qualify the written exam will need to start preparing for the rigorous SSB interview, a crucial part of the selection process. Following the interview and other assessments, successful candidates will join the prestigious National Defence Academy or the Naval Academy, embarking on a career in the armed forces.

For more updates and details, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official UPSC website.