NDA 2 2025: Result (OUT), Mark Sheet, Cut-off, SSB Interview

NDA 2 2025: Result (OUT), Mark Sheet, Cut-off, SSB Interview, the National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Examination (II), 2025 is one of the most highly anticipated and competitive defence entrance exams in India. Conducted twice yearly by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), this exam selects young and motivated candidates for training at India’s premier defence academies, which include the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings.

Aspirants from across the country, typically between 16.5 and 19.5 years of age, dedicate months of preparation to conquer this challenging selection process. The journey towards a career in the Indian Armed Forces involves a written examination, followed by a rigorous Services Selection Board (SSB) interview and medical assessments. 

NDA 2 2025

Article on	NDA 2 2025: Result (OUT), Mark Sheet, Cut-off, SSB Interview
Exam Name	NDA & NA (II) Examination 2025
Result Status	Written Exam Result Declared
Mark Sheet	Released after result announcement
Selection Process	Written Exam → SSB Interview → Medical Test
Total Marks	1800 (900 Written + 900 SSB)

NDA 2 2025 Result

The NDA 2 2025 written examination was held across numerous examination centres in India on 14th September 2025. Soon after the exam, the UPSC evaluated the answer sheets and announced the written result on 1st October 2025. The result is published in the form of a roll-number-wise PDF, listing all candidates who qualified for the next stage of selection. Candidates are advised to download and retain this PDF for future reference, especially for the SSB interview and document verification processes.

Downloading Your NDA 2 2025 Mark Sheet

After the result declaration, candidates who qualified in the written exam can download their mark sheet (scorecard) from the official UPSC website. The mark sheet is a crucial document that displays your section-wise and total marks obtained in the written examination and, later, the interview. Typically, the mark sheets are released within a couple of weeks after the result is announced.

What Information Does the Mark Sheet Contain?

The NDA 2 2025 mark sheet includes:

• Candidate’s name and registration details
• Roll number and exam session
• Marks obtained in each paper (Mathematics and General Ability Test)
• Total written exam marks
• Qualifying status
• Any other relevant exam details

Cut-off Marks: Written, Interview & Final Selection

Understanding cut-off marks is essential for NDA aspirants, as these thresholds determine who proceeds to the SSB interview. Cut-offs are influenced by factors such as exam difficulty, number of applicants, and performance patterns. Although UPSC releases official cut-off marks after evaluating all stages, expected cut-offs can give candidates a fair idea of what scores were required to qualify.

1. Written Exam Cut-off

The NDA written exam is worth 900 marks, comprising two papers: Mathematics (300 marks) and the General Ability Test (GAT) (600 marks). Candidates must secure a minimum of 25% marks in each subject to qualify for evaluation. Based on analysis and past trends, the expected written cut-off marks for NDA 2 2025 fall in the range of approximately:

• General category: ~365–375 marks
• OBC category: ~350–360 marks
• SC category: ~330–340 marks
• ST category: ~320–330 marks

2. Final & Overall Cut-off

The Final merit list for NDA takes into account both the written exam (900 marks) and the SSB interview + medicals (900 marks), making the overall total 1800 marks. Final cut-off marks indicate the minimum total score secured by the last recommended candidate in the merit list. Based on previous patterns, the final cut-off could fall within a range that reflects overall selection trends, often 700+ marks out of 1800.

SSB Interview: What Comes Next

Once candidates clear the written exam and meet the cut-off marks, the next phase is the SSB interview. This stage is crucial, as it evaluates a candidate’s personality, leadership skills, intellectual capabilities, and suitability for a career in the armed forces. Unlike the written exam, the SSB interview is qualitative and involves multiple testing formats over several days.

Registration and Call Letters

Qualified candidates must register on the Indian Army’s portal or as instructed via official communications to receive their SSB call letter. This document contains details such as the allotted SSB centre, interview date, and reporting instructions. It is essential for candidates to register within the timeline given in the NDA result notification and to bring all required original certificates when reporting.

SSB Interview Process

The SSB interview generally spans 4 to 5 days and consists of two major stages:

Stage I: Screening Tests

• Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests
• Picture Perception & Description Test (PPDT)

Stage II: Interview Battery

This includes:

• Psychological tests
• Group tasks (GTO)
• Personal interview

Medical Examination

After successfully clearing the SSB interview, candidates must undergo a medical fitness test. The medical exam ensures that candidates meet the required physical and health standards to join the armed forces. This is a mandatory part of the final selection process.

Final Merit List & Joining

Candidates who excel across the written exam, SSB interview, and medical tests are placed in the final merit list. This merit list determines the candidates recommended for training in specific wings of the Indian Armed Forces.

Based on vacancies in various branches such as Army, Navy, Air Force, and Indian Naval Academy, selected candidates receive joining instructions and training schedules. The final result signifies the culmination of months (even years) of rigorous preparation and dedication.

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