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UPSC NDA Salary & Career Growth 2025 - Army/Navy/Air Force Salary Structure & Rank
Edited By Vishnukumar V | Updated on Jul 12, 2024 12:10 PM IST | #NDA
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Candidates looking to join branches of the Indian Military, such as the Indian Army, Navy, or Indian Air Force, will benefit from knowing details about the position, such as a detailed NDA salary 2025. Candidates who successfully clear every stage of the UPSC NDA exam will be recruited and receive, on top of a prestigious career, the NDA salary.
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The NDA is a popular exam held twice yearly with the intention of recruiting candidates for these posts. Even during the cadet training that comes after the NDA 2025, candidates will be receiving an NDA stipend. The 7th Pay Commission prescribed some changes to the NDA & NA Salary.
After clearing the NDA 2025, candidates go through a training period lasting 4 years. After completing the 4 years of training, candidates are entitled to a handsome salary which ranges from Rs. 56,100- Rs. 1,77,500/- at the start and grows along with promotions. In this article, we will share all the information related to the NDA salary 2025, the scope of growth, NDA posts, etc.
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In the following table, candidates can check the NDA salary structure.
Rank-Wise NDA Salary Structure and Rank Pay
NDA Rank | NDA Salary |
Lieutenant to Major |
|
Lieutenant Colonel to Major General |
|
Lieutenant General HAG Scale | Level 15 (Rs. 1, 82, 200- Rs. 2,24,100) |
HAG+ Scale | Level 16 (Rs. 2,05,400 – Rs. 2,24,400) |
Vice Chief of Army Staff/Army Commander/ Lieutenant General (NFSG) | Level 17 (Rs. 2,25,000) (fixed) |
Chief of Army Staff | Level 18 (Rs. 2,50,000) (fixed) |
NDA Grades Pay 2025 (Rank-wise)
Rank | Grade Pay (in Rupees) |
Lieutenant | Rs. 5,400/- |
Captain | Rs. 6,100/- |
Major | Rs. 6,600/- |
Lieutenant Colonel | Rs. 8,000/- |
Colonel | Rs. 8,700/- |
Brigadier | Rs. 8,900/- |
Major General | Rs. 10,000/- |
Apart from the UPSC NDA salary 2025, candidates are also entitled to various allowances:
DA & TA (Dearness Allowances/Transport allowance)
Highly Active Field Area Allowance (As per the post)
Uniform allowance
Compensatory Modified Field Area Allowance (As per post)
Compensatory Field Area (As per post)
Kit Maintenance Allowances
Para Allowance
Special Forces Allowance
Para Jump Instructor Allowance
Project Allowance
Para Reserve Allowance
Technical Allowance (Tier-I)
Technical Allowance (Tier-II)
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Field Area Allowances
Highly Active Field Area Allowance – HAFA | Rs 16,900/- pm |
Field Area Allowance – FD Area | Rs 10,500/- pm |
Modified Field Area Allowance – Mod FD Area | Rs 6,300/- pm |
High Altitude Allowances
Candidates posted in Siachen will be to Siachen Allowance amounting to Rs 42,500/- per month. NDA officers who are posted to high altitude regions will benefit from the following allowances –
Category-I | Rs 3,400/- Per Month |
Category-II | Rs 5,300/- Per Month |
Category-III | Rs 25,000/- Per Month |
Transport Allowance (TPTA)
Level 9 and Above | |
Rs. 7200/ Rs + DA thereon (Per month) | |
Rs. 3600/Rs + DA thereon (Per month) |
Flying Allowances
The Pilots or Army Aviators in Army Aviation Corps are entitled to flying allowance at a rate of Rs 25,000/ per month.
NDA – Other Allowances
Children Education Allowance – CEA Rs. 2250 Per Month Per Child for two eldest surviving. This allowance is admissible from Nursery to class 12th. |
Hostel Subsidy Rs. 6,750/- per month per child for two eldest surviving only (admissible from Nursery to class 12th). |
Ration |
In Field Area and Peace Area to all Defense officers every month |
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NDA – Promotion Opportunities and Career Growth
Minimum Service Required for Promotion | Indian Army | Indian Navy | Indian Air Force |
On being Commissioned | Lieutenant | Sub Lieutenant | Flying Officer |
After 2 years of service | Captain | Lieutenant | Flight Lieutenant |
After 6 years of service | Major | Lt Commander | Squadron Leader |
13 years of service | Lieutenant Colonel | Commander | Wing Commander |
On Selection | Colonel(Selection) | Captain (Selection) | Group Captain (Selection) |
26 years of service | Colonel (Time Scale) | Captain (Time Scale) | Group Captain (Time Scale) |
On Selection | Brigadier | Commodore | Air Commodore |
On Selection | Major General | Rear Admiral | Air Vice-Marshal |
On Selection | Lieutenant General | Vice Admiral | Air Marshal |
On Selection | General | Admiral | Air Chief Marshal |
What is NDA?
NDA (National Defence Academy) is a national-level exam conducted by UPSC twice a year. Candidates qualifying for the NDA exam are selected for training at the National Defence Academy. After completing their training, they will be recruited on the post of Lieutenant in Army, Sub-Lieutenant in Navy/Flying Officer in the Indian Air force.
NDA Eligibility Criteria 2025
The NDA 2025 eligibility criteria for both male and female candidates between the age group 16.5-19.5 years who have completed their 10+2 can apply for NDA. More details about the UPSC NDA eligibility criteria can be checked in the official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Do NDA students get paid?
Yes, during their training time they are paid Rs. 15600 as a stipend.
2. What are the monthly fees of NDA?
There is no monthly fee for NDA, the cost is borne by the Commission itself.
3. Is NDA a good career option?
Yes, it is a great career option if you qualify it. It is one of the most competitive exams in India.
4. Is NDA better than IIT?
There is no comparison between NDA and IIT. They both have different career options, growth opportunities and field of work. However, qualifying both the exams requires a lot of effort, labour and abilities.
5. Is NCERT enough for NDA?
Yes, NCERT are the best study materials for any government exam, be it UPSC IAS or NDA etc.
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Have a question related to NDA ?
Hello aspirant,
Candidates for NDA 1 2026 must have been born between July 2, 2007, and July 1, 2010. Candidates for NDA 2 2026 must have been born between January 2, 2008, and January 1, 2011. According to your date of birth, you will surpass the age limit in 2026 at the age of 19.
Thank you
Sajal Trivedi 28 January,2025
Hello,
To be eligible for NDA 1 and 2 in 2026:
- Eligibility Age Range: Candidates should be between 16.5 and 19.5 years old.
- NDA 1 2026: Candidates must be born between 2 July 2007 and 1 July 2010.
- NDA 2 2026: Candidates must be born between 2 January 2008 and 1 January 2011.
- Your DOB: 20 January 2007 makes you 19 years old in 2026, exceeding the age limit.
Hence, you are not eligible for NDA 1 or 2 in 2026.
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 27 January,2025
Hello there,
To determine your eligibility for the
NDA 1 2026 exam
, consider the
age criteria
set by UPSC:
Age Criteria for NDA 1 2026 (April Exam):
-
Candidates must be born between
:
2nd July 2006
and
1st July 2009
(both dates inclusive).
-
You must be
unmarried
.
Your Eligibility:
- Your date of birth is 25th April 2007 .
-
This falls
within the required range
(2nd July 2006 – 1st July 2009).
Conclusion:
Yes,
you are eligible
to apply for the
NDA 1 2026 exam
. Ensure you meet other criteria like educational qualifications (12th pass or appearing).
For more details about the Eligibility Criteria
CLICK HERE
.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
kumardurgesh1802 24 January,2025
Hello aspirant,
The National Defence Academy (NDA) exam will be administered at the national level twice a year. Through this exam, candidates can apply to join the armed forces (Army, Navy, and Air Force).
Candidates must have been born on or between July 2, 2007, and July 1, 2010, in order to be eligible for this exam.
So you are not eligible for NDA Exam in 2026.
Thank you
Hope this information helps you
Sajal Trivedi 15 January,2025
Hello aspirant,
Here below I am providing you the name of documents you are required to have for NDA exam:
- Scanned copies of the signature and photo.
- Aadhar cards, voter cards, PAN cards, passports, driver's licenses, school picture IDs, and any other photo ID card issued by the state or federal government are all available in PDF format.
- Class 10 and 12 marksheets and admission cards.
For more information, you can visit our site through following link:
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/nda-application-form
Thank you
Sajal Trivedi 10 January,2025
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