Is NDA considered graduation?

NDA is conducted for candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12. Whereas, CDS exam is conducted for candidates who have passed or are appearing in Graduation….NDA Vs CDS: What is the eligibility criteria?

Can NDA cadets go out?

NDA cadets get a day off for major festivals. A single day in which they are given freedom to move out of the Academy to visit nearby.

What is the difference between NDA and Ima?

NDA is like a Graduate program, and IMA is like a Post Graduate program. This is just an analogy to illustrate the basic difference between the two. The entrants to NDA join after graduating from school.

What is the honour code of IMA?

The Honour Code of IMA “I shall not Lie, Steal or Cheat, Nor Tolerate those who do so” truly reverberates the importance of the core value of character. Only men of character can truly radiate competence, commitment and compassion. Therefore at IMA, the building of character in the GCs is the most imp core objectives of training.

What should a candidate know before applying for the NDA?

Candidates should know that the training period in NDA is not treated as commissioned service and arrears on account of admissible allowances (as applicable) are paid to the cadets for the training period. Aspirants can check the NDA Eligibility Criteria in detail.

What is the ex-gratia amount given to the Nok in NDA?

Ex- gratia amount of INR 12.50 Lacs will be paid to the NoK. Ex- gratia amount of INR 9,000/- Per month will be paid to the NoK. The Ex-gratia awards to Cadets (Direct)/NoK, will be sanctioned purely on ex-gratia basis and the same should not be treated as pension for any purpose.