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UPSC NDA Salary & Career Growth 2025 - Army/Navy/Air Force Salary Structure & Rank
Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on May 01, 2025 11:55 AM IST | #NDA
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Candidates looking to join the Indian Military like the Indian Army, Navy, or Indian Air Force, will benefit from the details about the NDA salary 2025. Candidates who successfully clear every stage of the UPSC NDA 2 exam will be selected to train for 3 years and they will be offered good NDA 2025 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 3 years. After completing the 3 years of training, candidates are entitled to a handsome salary which ranges from Rs. 56,100- Rs. 1,77,500 at the start and increases along with promotion. In this article, we will share all the information related to the NDA salary 2025, the scope of growth, NDA posts, etc.
NDA Salary 2025 As Per 7th Pay Commission - Post-wise NDA Officer Salary
UPSC NDA Salary (In-Hand)
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 |
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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 get the 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 Army.
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 2025 can be checked in the official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Do NDA students get paid?
Yes, during their training period, they will be paid Rs. 56,100 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 NCERT enough for NDA?
Yes, NCERT are the best study materials for any government exam, be it UPSC IAS or NDA etc.
5. What is the NDA salary 2025?
The NDA 2 salary 2025 during the training is Rs 56,100.
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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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SEJAL JAIN 11 May,2025
Hello,
As per your date of birth — 7 July 2009 , you will be 16 years old by the time of NDA 2 in 2025 .
Now, for NDA 2 2025 , the age limit is usually:
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Born between 2nd January 2007 and 1st January 2010 (both dates inclusive).
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You also need to be in Class 12 or have passed Class 12 by the time of joining the NDA.
So, yes — you will be eligible for NDA 2 in 2025, only if you are appearing or have passed Class 12 by then.
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 10 May,2025
To prepare for NDA 2025, focus on clearing concepts in Mathematics and General Ability. Follow NCERT books, practice previous papers, improve English, stay updated on current affairs, maintain physical fitness, and follow a disciplined routine.
Sujal Singh 08 May,2025
HEY THERE!!!
Best NDA Coaching in Dehradun
1. Dehradun Defence Academy (DDA)
- Large majority of students from here get selected as officers.
- Quality faculties and training for written test and interviews.
- Heavy focus on personality and fitness.
- Low fees and better facilities.
2. Doon Defence Academy
- Sent thousands of students to selection in the last many years.
- Good practice papers and study material available.
- Improve confidence for interviews and physical fitness.
3. Dehradun Defence School (DDS)
- Coaches school studies and NDA coaching together.
- Teachers are retired army officers.
- Both studies and physical training emphasis.
- Good hostel and outdoor activity.
4. Ground Zero Institute
- Excellent success rate in NDA exams.
- Teachers are retired army officers and veteran mentors.
- Suitable for students from other cities.
- Trains both in written exam and interview.
5. Dehradun Military Academy (DMA)
- Good NDA written and interview coaching.
- Cordial atmosphere for boys and girls.
- Good experienced teachers and nice location.
Summary
If you want the best chance to clear NDA, choose one of these Dehradun coaching institutes based on your requirement, price, and location. They all provide good study material, physical training, and interview practice.
Tanisha chaudhary 08 May,2025
According to your date of birth (January 19, 2009), you are now 16 years old.
For NDA 2, 2025, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) lays down that candidates should be born between January 2, 2007, and January 1, 2010, to be eligible. That is, you will be 17 years old at the time of the exam in September 2025, which is within the age bracket required.
Hence, you are eligible for applying for NDA 2, 2025, subject to the fulfillment of the other eligibility conditions, like being unmarried and also complying with the educational requirements.
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