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Based on standard NDA eligibility, candidates must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years of age at the time of course commencement. with your DOB of 04/08/2008, you should be eligible for NDA 2025 as you will fall within the required age range. however, please verify with the official NDA 2025 notification for any specific date- related criteria.

For NDA 1 2026, candidates must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years old, meaning they should be born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009. Since your birthdate is June 14, 2007, you will be 18 years old in June 2026, making you eligible to apply for NDA 1 2026.

For a cost-effective BA program in Hyderabad while preparing for NDA/CDS, consider government colleges offering BA programs and supplementing your preparation with coaching from reputable NDA/CDS institutes.

Here's a breakdown to help you choose:

1. BA Colleges in Hyderabad (Government vs. Private):

Government Colleges:

Pros: Lower fees, potentially better academic rigor.

Cons: May have limited course options or placements.

Examples: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Osmania University.

Private Colleges:

Pros: Wider course options, potentially better infrastructure and placement opportunities.

Cons: Higher fees.

Examples: Sreenidhi Institute of Science & Technology, Swami Vivekananda Degree & PG College.

2. NDA/CDS Coaching Institutes in Hyderabad:

Reputable Institutes:

Hyderabad Defence Academy: Offers NDA and CDS coaching, along with intermediate education.

Sri Netaji Study Circle: A popular institute for NDA coaching.

Impact Academy Of Human Excellence: Another well-regarded institute for NDA preparation.

Dice Academy: Known for its coaching for NDA and CDS.

Yuvatarang Defence Academy & Junior College: Offers NDA and CDS coaching.

Consider these factors when choosing a coaching institute:

Faculty: Experienced and qualified teachers.

Infrastructure: Study materials, library, and other facilities.

Fees: Compare the cost of different institutes.

Location: Choose a location that is convenient for you.

3. Balancing BA Studies with NDA/CDS Preparation:

Time Management:

Effective time management is crucial to balance studies and coaching.

Study Groups:

Form study groups with fellow aspirants to share resources and motivate each other.

Online Resources:

Utilize online platforms for additional study materials and practice tests.

Physical Training:

Don't neglect physical fitness, which is a crucial part of the NDA/CDS selection process.

4. Important Notes:

• NDA/CDS Exams:

The NDA exam is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) twice a year. The CDS exam is also conducted by the UPSC, and the selection process includes a written test and an interview conducted by the Service Selection Board (SSB).

Eligibility:

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for both NDA and CDS, including age, educational qualifications, and physical standards.

Multiple Attempts:

You can appear for both NDA and CDS exams in different years, maximizing your chances of joining the armed forces.

BA Courses:

The National Defence Academy (NDA) offers Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees with various specializations.

Hello,

If you are an Army cadet in NDA, you cannot pursue a BTech degree .

Only Air Force and Navy cadets at NDA have the option to pursue a BTech degree. Army cadets complete a BA or BSc degree during their training.

Hope it helps !

NDA is conducted two times in a year and consists of two stages, written exam followed by SSB interview for selection into any one of the three armed forces.

As for the age limit prescribed by NDA i.e between 16.5 years and 19.5 years and your date of birth, you are eligible for both the NDA sessions of April 13, 2025 and September 14 2025 as your age being less than 19.5 years .

The NDA (National Defense Academy) exam has an age limit of 16.5 to 19.5 years at the time of joining. Since you were born on June 3, 2007, let's calculate your attempts:

Upcoming NDA Attempts for You

1.    NDA 1, 2025 (April) → Eligible (You will be 17 years old)

2.    NDA 2, 2025 (September) → Eligible

3.    NDA 1, 2026 (April) → Eligible

4.    NDA 2, 2026 (September) → Eligible

5.    NDA 1, 2027 (April) → Eligible

6.    NDA 2, 2027 (September) → Last Attempt (You will be 20 in June 2027, but eligibility is checked on July 1, 2027, so you are still eligible.)

Total Attempts: 6

You have six attempts for NDA, starting from NDA 1, 2025, until NDA 2, 2027. Make sure to prepare well!

Hello,

According to the eligibility criteria for the NDA 2, the age limit is between January 2, 2005, and January 1, 2008. Unfortunately, with a DOB of 03/09/2008, you are not eligible for NDA 2. You'll need to wait until you meet the age requirements.

Hello candidate ,

I hope you are doing well. As per your mentioned query , according to NDA exam eye defect can be considered but they consider only mild level of it.

According to eligibility criteria of NDA exam , student correct vision should be 6/6 and in the worst case it can be 6/9.

I hope this helps !!

Hello,

You cannot appear for the NDA 2026 exam because the NDA eligibility of minimum age requirement is 16.5 years at the time of application, and you will be only 16 years old in January 2026 .

For NDA 2026 , candidates must be born between July 2, 2007, and July 1, 2010 (tentative range) . Since your birthdate is January 16, 2010 , you will not be eligible .

Hope it helps !

Hello!

Your interest in joining NDA (National Defence Academy) creates enthusiasm. Hindi medium students lack no disadvantage because NDA offers its examinations in both languages apart from English.

NDA Exam Pattern:

The written exam consists of:

1. Mathematics – Available in Hindi & English

2. General Ability Test (GAT) – Available in Hindi & English, except for the English section

After clearing the written examination you must appear at the SSB Services Selection Board Interview where psychological tests and group discussions as well as personal interviews will be administered. The English content of the interview dominates but you have freedom to use Hindi when you feel more comfortable.

How to Prepare as a Hindi Medium Student?

Pay attention to English language basics because they matter most for the interview process.

Students who are Hindi medium learners should adopt NCERT books for their Hindi-language mathematics and general studies.

Using Hindi language will help you solve previous years NDA papers to become familiar with the examination structure.

The majority of NDA training centers offer Hindi-based study materials which students should follow.

No matter what educational medium you learned from your education will not influence your selection process. Your selection depends only on obtaining knowledge while developing confidence and exhibiting personality. Working with dedication alongside your hard efforts will enable you to join the Indian Armed Forces.