The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) releases screening guidelines for the 77th Regular Course, detailing application procedures, eligibility criteria, and screening test requirements. 2025 admission NDA 77th Regular Course Screening Guidelines what you need to know
2025 admission NDA 77th Regular Course Screening Guidelines
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially released the screening guidelines for its 77th Regular Course, inviting qualified male and female Nigerians to apply for admission into the prestigious military institution. The application window is open from November 6, 2024, to April 30, 2025.
Application Process
Prospective candidates must apply online through the NDA application portal at [ndaapplications.net](https://www.ndaapplications.net). The application fee is ₦7,000, payable via REMITA using a Retrieval Reference (RRR) code generated on the portal. Additionally, applicants are required to register for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), selecting NDA as their first-choice institution.
Screening Test Details
The first phase of the screening process is the NDA Screening Test, scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2025. Eligible candidates must bring the following documents to their designated test centers:
Acknowledgement Form
Screening Test Admission Card
JAMB result slip
Two postcard-sized photographs (3.5 x 5 inches) showing the candidate’s chest upwards, with the following details written at the back: name, exam number, state, exam center, course of study, and signature.
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Only candidates who meet the admission requirements and attain the required UTME scores 180 for Arts, Social Sciences, and Science courses, and 210 for Engineering courses will be allowed to participate in the screening test.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission into the NDA 77th Regular Course, candidates must:
Be Nigerian citizens with a Certificate of Indigeneship from their state or local government.
Be between 17 and 21 years old by August 2025.
Have a minimum of five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings from WAEC, NECO, NBAIS, or NABTEB.
Be medically and physically fit, single, and without legal obligations to support any dependents.
Meet the minimum height requirement of 1.68 meters for males and 1.65 meters for females.
Possess a working knowledge of French, Arabic, or Mandarin (considered an added advantage).
Note: Awaiting results will not be accepted, and only results obtained within the past five years will be considered.
Training and Commission
Successful candidates admitted into the NDA Regular Course will undergo five years of military and academic training, culminating in the award of an honors degree (BSc, BEng, or BA) in their chosen field. Graduates will also receive a Presidential Commission into the Armed Forces of Nigeria. The Federal Government will cover all training and administrative costs.
