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Can we apply for both TES and NDA?
Yes, the Indian Army for the course of TES & NDA entries has released a common guideline. Candidates who have applied for both TES and NDA entries need to undergo a medical examination for the entries recommended. Clear and precise set of instruction has been provided below for the NDA and TES common candidates.
How many times I can apply for TES?
After class 12th, there are two entry schemes for officer entry in Defence force, NDA (for airforce, army and navy) and TES (Technical Entry scheme) (for army and Navy). Both entries are offered twice a year (June and November), so, in best case you have total of 6 attempts for TES army and 6 for B. tech Cadet entry.
How many cadets are selected in NDA?
Applicants who join the Air Force through the flying branch also go through a test called Computerized Pilot Selection System or CPSS for short. About 300 cadets are accepted to the academy each semester. About 70 cadets are accepted for the Air Force, 40 for the Navy, 190 for the Army.
What is the difference between NDA and TES?
First of all, one should know that NDA is for all streams, while for TES only students with 75\% aggregate in PCM can apply. For TES entry, you have to directly appear for your SSB while for NDA you need to first clear the written exam.
Should I join TEs or NDA after SSB?
For TES entry, you have to directly appear for your SSB while for NDA you need to first clear the written exam. In terms of future prospective and life thereafter, i will suggest to aim for TES, as the technical officers have upper hand over other officers when it comes to pay packages as they receive an extra Technical allowances.
How many candidates are selected for NDA Exam?
Candidates for NDA are selected through a written examination, SSB and personal interview which is held twice a year in the months of April and November. About, 320,000 candidates apply for the examination every year. See also: Army rank wise salary
What is the procedure to join NDA?
To join National Defence Academy, a candidate must appear in the entrance exam conducted by Union Public Service Commission which is known as NDA exam. It is conducted twice a year. The UPSC is solely responsible for issuing guidelines for selection and the final conduct of the entrance examination.