Defence Age Eligibility Calculator for NDA, CDS, MNS, AFCAT
Dream of joining The National Defence Academy [NDA]. To prepare properly, it’s important to know whether you fall within the eligible age range for the exam.
Centurion Defence Academy has made it easy with its nda age calculator – a simple tool to check your age eligibility. Just enter your Date of Birth (DD/MM/YY), and the tool will instantly tell you your age.
NDA Exam Age Limit
To appear for the NDA Written Exam Candidates must meet the required Age Limit.
Also you must have passed your 12th class from a recognized board to apply.
If you meet both the age and education criteria you can appear for the NDA exam.
Defence Exam Eligibility Checker
Enter your details to check eligibility for NDA, CDS, AFCAT & MNS exams
CDS EXAM AGE LIMIT
• To appear for the CDS Written Exam Candidates must meet the required Age Limit And Qualifications as follows-
• For the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Air Force Academy (AFA), a degree from a recognized university or equivalent is required.
• For the Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), a degree from a recognized university or equivalent is also required.
If you meet both the Age and Education Criteria you can appear for the CDS exam.
MNS EXAM AGE LIMIT
• To appear for the MNS Written Exam Candidates must meet the required Age Limit And Qualifications as follows-
• Candidates must be Indian citizens and Only female candidates are eligible to apply.
• Candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination.
• The qualifying subjects include Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology), and English.
• A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in these subjects is required.
• Candidates appearing in the final examination of their qualifying exam can also apply provisionally.
• Candidates must qualify in the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) exam.
If you meet both the Age and Education Criteria you can appear for the MNS exam.
AFCAT EXAM AGE LIMIT
• To appear for the AFCAT Written Exam Candidates must meet the required Age Limit And Qualifications as follows-
• Must be a citizen of India.
• Flying Branch:
Candidates need a minimum of 50% marks in Maths and Physics at the 10+2 level and a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 60% marks, or a BE/B.Tech degree with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Technical Branch:
Requires a four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology, or cleared Sections A and B of Associate Membership of the Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 60% marks in any discipline or a postgraduate degree with a minimum of 50% marks
If you meet both the Age and Education Criteria you can appear for the AFCAT exam.
Why Choose Centurion Defence Academy?
• India’s best and experienced educators specializing in NDA/cds/afcat/ssb written exam preparation.
• SSB interview guidance by ex-defence officers
• India’s largest SSB GTO ground
• Comprehensive personality development programs
• Personalized mentorship for every candidate
• Highest selection rate every year; producing 3-4 officers every week.
• Complete syllabus coverage with strategic focus!
• Holistic guidance with regular mock test and its evaluation
• Daily doubt clearing session / practice sheets by faculty.
• Spoken English and Personality Development classes
• Emphasis on physical fitness and overall robustness
• [SRNTH] Scholarship program offering financial assistance to support students from underprivileged backgrounds in achieving their educational goals.
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