The NDA (National Defence Academy) Exam is a prestigious National-level entrance exam conducted twice a year by UPSC for recruitment into the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force via NDA and Indian Naval Academy (INA). It is the gateway for young aspirants who dream of becoming commissioned officers in India’s elite defence forces.
After qualifying the NDA written exam and SSB interview, selected candidates undergo Three years of military training at NDA/INA before commissioning into their respective forces.
Candidates clearing the NDA written exam appear for the SSB interview, a multi-stage process assessing intelligence, personality and leadership skills. It includes psychological tests, group discussions, physical tasks, and a personal interview—designed to evaluate a candidate’s suitability for the Indian Army, Navy & Air Force.
The NDA written exam comprises two objective papers conducted on the same day: Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). Mathematics tests numerical aptitude, while GAT evaluates English language skills, general knowledge, current affairs and logical reasoning —crucial for a career in the Indian Armed Forces.
The NDA selection involves a written exam by UPSC, followed by the SSB interview. The written test includes Mathematics and General Ability, while SSB evaluates personality, intelligence and leadership skills for final selection into the Army, Navy & Air Force.
Landmark Foundation Defence Academy (LMFDA), Dehradun proudly introduces a fully residential 2.6-year Foundation Course for students after Class 10th. The program covers CBSE Class 11 & 12 academics, integrated with NDA coaching, doubt sessions, daily physical training, English language development, personality grooming and training to instill officer-like qualities (OLQs)—preparing students holistically for a career in the Indian Armed Forces.
Students who have cleared class 10th and are willing to take science with maths in class 11th are eligible for coaching at LMFDA. Minimum age to join -15.5 years to 18.5yrs.
Landmark Foundation Defence Academy (LMFDA), Dehradun - offers students multiple career paths. While NDA remains the primary goal, students are also guided for board exams, IIT-JEE and other competitive exams, ensuring broader career options in defence, engineering and allied fields.
| Duration | Fee |
| 2.6 Years | ₹ 2,50,000.00 Per Year |
The student should be medically fit. He should not have any physical defects or disease. Obese and underweight students will have to work extra hard to reach the level subscribed.
Students get 2 years of full-time NDA Coaching at LMFDA Dehradun, one of the top Defence Coaching Institutes in India.
| WEEKLY SCHDULE | |
| 6AM | FOLD BEDS |
| 6:10AM – 7:20AM | FRESHEN UP |
| 7:20AM - 7:50AM | BREAKFAST |
| 8AM – 1:30PM | SCHOOL CLASSES |
| 1:30 PM- 3 PM | LUNCH/ REST |
| 3 PM- 5 PM | NDA CLASSES |
| 5 PM – 5: 30 PM | EVENING TEA |
| 5:30 PM- 7 PM | PT/ PHYSICAL ACTIVITY |
| 7:10 PM-7:20 PM | ROLL CALL |
| 7:30 PM-8:30 PM | DINNER TIME/ REST |
| 8:30 PM- 10 PM | SELF STUDY |
| 10 PM | LIGHTS OFF |
