Are you a spirited individual with a desire to serve your nation? The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) invites both male and female Nigerians to embark on a transformative journey by applying for the 76 Regular Course. This coveted opportunity is open from October 30, 2023, to April 30, 2024.
How to Apply:
To kickstart your application process, visit the official application portal at http://www.ndaapplications.net. Upon entering, select “Purchase Access Code” and follow the prompts to pay the application fee of ₦43,500.00 through REMITA. Ensure that your payment is linked to the generated ORDER ID and REMITA Retrieval Reference (RRR) Code available only on the application portal.
Application Procedure:
- Visit http://www.ndaapplications.net.
- Select “Purchase Access Code” and complete the payment process.
- Fill in your details and obtain your ORDER ID and REMITA RRR Code.
- Pay the application fee of ₦43,500.00 using the provided RRR Code.
- Download and carefully read the instructions on the website.
Important Points to Note:
- Applicants must also apply to the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) and select NDA as their first-choice institution.
- Submission of application forms requires scanned SSCE results to be uploaded online.
- After submission, download the Acknowledgement Form for your records.
Admission Requirements:
For detailed information on undergraduate degree programmes and eligibility criteria, refer to the NDA website and applications portal. Proficiency in French/Arabic is an added advantage.
Screening Test:
- Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024 (Tentative)
- Eligibility: UTME score of 180 for Arts & Social Sciences, 210 for Engineering courses.
- Requirements: Acknowledgement Form, Screening Test Admission Card, JAMB result slip, and two postcard-sized photographs.
Nature and Duration of Training:
Successful candidates admitted into the NDA for the Regular Course will undergo a comprehensive 5-year training program, encompassing both military and academic disciplines. Upon completion, graduates will earn an honors degree and a Presidential Commission into the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
Administration:
The Federal Government of Nigeria will bear the cost of administration and logistics for all Regular Course cadets during their training at NDA.
Reference Materials:
For candidates seeking additional preparation, a Compendium of Past Questions & Answers is available for purchase from the NDA Registry.
For more information, visit the official NDA website http://www.nda.edu.ng or contact via email at info@ndaapplications.net.