The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the cut-off marks for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2023. The cut-off marks have been published on the official UPSC website and include both the written exam and the final selection stage. This release is particularly important for candidates who appeared in the 2023 exam and were eagerly waiting to know how their performance compared to the official benchmarks set by UPSC.
I’m writing about this because the NDA & NA exam is one of the most prestigious gateways for young aspirants who dream of joining the Indian Armed Forces as officers. Understanding the official cut-off marks helps candidates evaluate their past attempts and prepare more strategically for upcoming exams. Each year, lakhs of students appear for this exam, but only a small fraction make it to the final merit list. So, analysing the official cut-off not only shows how competitive the exam was in 2023 but also gives valuable insights for future aspirants targeting NDA & NA 2025.
NDA & NA (II) 2023 Cut-off Overview
The National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2023 was conducted by UPSC to select eligible candidates for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and for the Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). The examination consisted of a written test followed by an SSB interview.
| Exam Name | NDA & NA Examination (II), 2023 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Vacancies | Army, Navy, Air Force, and Naval Academy |
| Exam Type | National-level Defence Recruitment Exam |
| Selection Stages | Written Test and SSB Interview |
| Cut-off Released By | UPSC |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Mode of Cut-off Release | Online (PDF format) |
How to Download UPSC NDA & NA (II) 2023 Cut-off PDF
Candidates can easily access and download the official cut-off marks PDF by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website – www.upsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, go to the “Examinations” section
- Click on “Cut-off Marks” from the drop-down menu
- Look for “National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2023”
- Click on the PDF link to open and download the document
The official PDF contains category-wise details and helps candidates compare year-wise cut-off trends.
