Can women candidates apply for NDA exam?

<p>Yes, women candidates can now apply for NDA exam. In 2021, Supreme Court of India has allowed women candidates to appear for NDA exam. The eligibility criteria of women candidates are same as male candidates. Women candidates aged between 16.5 years to 19.5 years can apply for NDA exam. They must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board. Candidates who are appearing in Class 12 exam can also apply for NDA. Now women candidates are also eligible for applying to the Indian Naval Academy course. Earlier, they were not allowed to apply for Indian Naval Academy. The eligibility for the women candidates are same as their male counterparts. However, there is a difference in the medical standards of women candidates.</p>

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<p>The National Defence Academy (NDA) now opens its doors to female candidates, marking a significant shift after the Supreme Court's ruling. For the NDA 2024 exams, scheduled on April 21 and September 1, 2024, the application window ranges from December 20, 2023, to January 9, 2024, for NDA 1, and from May 15, 2024, to June 4, 2024, for NDA 2. Eligibility criteria for girls include being unmarried, aged between 16.5 and 19.5, and meeting educational prerequisites. Physical and medical standards, along with maintaining single status until NDA training, are crucial. The selection process involves a written exam, physical fitness test, and interview, emphasizing gender-neutral evaluation. Aspiring female candidates can now fulfill their dreams of joining the Indian Defence Services.</p>

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