The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna, has officially announced the release of the NDA 78 Regular Course Admission Form for the 2025/2026 academic session. According to the announcement, online registration will run from Friday, 28 November 2025 to 30 April 2026.
This article provides a complete guide on:
- How to apply for theNigerian Defence Academy Regular Course,
- Requirements for admission,
- Screening dates,
- Eligibility criteria,
- Application fees,
- FAQs and other important details.
If you are asking, “Is the NDA form out for 2025?” Yes, the NDA 78RC form is officially out.
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About the NDA 78 Regular Course (78RC)
Admission into the Nigerian Defence Academy Regular Course is open to both male and female Nigerians who wish to undergo five years of military and academic training to become commissioned officers in the Nigerian Armed Forces. Successful cadets will graduate with a bachelor’s degree (BSc, BA, or BEng) and earn a Presidential Commission.
How to Apply for NDA 78 Regular Course 2025/2026
Follow the official steps below to successfully submit your NDA application:
Step 1: Visit theNigerian Defence Academy Application Portal
Go to the official NDA portal:
Click on “Purchase Access Code” and fill in your details.
Step 2: Pay the Application Fee
- Application fee: ₦7,000
- Payment is made via REMITA
- Only RRR codes generated from the NDA portal are valid
Step 3: Fill the Application Form
Fill out the online form carefully.
Upload a scanned copy of your SSCE/NECO/NABTEB results.
After submission, download and print your Acknowledgement Form.
Step 4: Apply to JAMB
Applicants for the Nigerian Defence Academy Regular Course must also apply for JAMB and:
- Choose NDA as first-choice institution
- Sit for the 2026 UTME
Note: Only candidates who score the required JAMB cut-off will be able to print the Screening Test Admission Card.
Step 5: Print Your Screening Test Card
Candidates who meet the UTME cut-off of:
- 210 for Engineering courses
- 180 for other courses
…will be enabled to print their Screening Test Admission Card.
NDA Screening Test Date 2026 (Phase 1)
The NDA Screening Test will take place:
Saturday, 6 June 2026
At designated centres across Nigeria
Candidates must come with:
- Acknowledgement Form
- Screening Test Card
- JAMB result slip
- Two (2) postcard-sized photographs (3.5 × 5 inches)
Photos must show:
- Full chest upwards
- Candidate’s name, state, exam centre, course of study, and signature at the back
Successful candidates will be invited for the Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB) Phase 2.
NDA Admission Requirements 2025/2026
Candidates must:
- Be Nigerian by birth
- Be medically and physically fit
- Be 17–21 years old at the time of entry into NDA
- Have minimum 5 credit passes in not more than two sittings
- Sit for JAMB 2026 UTME
- Have a valid birth certificate and certificate of origin
Knowledge of French or Arabic is an added advantage.
Duration of Training
The Nigerian Defence Academy Regular Course is five years, combining academic and military training.
Graduates receive:
- A Bachelor’s degree
- Presidential Commission into the Nigerian Army, Navy, or Air Force
Reference Materials (Past Questions)
The Academy provides a Compendium of Past Questions & Answers, available at the Registry department of the NDA.
Official Contacts
- Website: www.nda.edu.ng
- Application Portal
- Email: info@ndaapplications.net
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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1. Is the NDA form out for 2025?
Yes. The NDA 78 Regular Course form for 2025/2026 is now out. Registration runs from 28 November 2025 to 30 April 2026.
2. How much is the NDA form in Nigeria?
The NDA application form costs ₦7,000, payable only via REMITA on the official portal.
3. What are the requirements for NDA?
Requirements include:
- JAMB UTME
- Minimum 5 credits in SSCE
- Physical and medical fitness
- Age between 17 and 21
- Nigerian citizenship by birth
4. How do I register for NDA 2025?
Visit www.ndaapplications.net, pay for the form, complete your online application, then apply for JAMB and choose NDA as your first choice.
5. What is the JAMB cut-off mark for NDA?
- 210 for Engineering
- 180 for other courses
6. When is the NDA Screening Test for 2026?
The screening exam will be held on 6 June 2026.
7. Do I need JAMB to enter NDA?
Yes. All candidates must register and sit for the JAMB UTME.
8. Can females apply for NDA?
Yes. Both male and female applicants are eligible.
9. How long is NDA training?
Five (5) years of combined military and academic training.
10. Can I apply with awaiting results?
Yes, but you must upload your complete SSCE/NECO result before AFSB.
11. Does NDA accept two sittings?
Yes. Nigerian Defence Academy accepts WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.
12. Is NDA application refundable?
No. The application fee is non-refundable.
13. What courses are available at NDA?
NDA offers various courses in:
- Engineering
- Sciences
- Social sciences
- Arts
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) 78 Regular Course is now open for application. Candidates are advised to register early, prepare for the UTME, and follow all instructions carefully to avoid disqualification.
For more updates, always visit the official NDA portal or trusted education blogs.
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