How can I apply at National Defence College?

National Defence College provides laptops to students for the course duration. Candidates having official laptop from previous officers or departments are required to provide its details to the college.

National Defence College admissions are open. Candidates can apply on the college's website. The college offers admission to aspirants based on their merit. 

National Defence College offers admission to National Security and Strategic Studies course based on merit. Candidates who meet the requirements set by the college are offered admission. 

Only serving officers (equivalent to Brigadier) from Army, Navy, Air Force and friendly foreign countries and Joint Seceratry/ Director equivalent officers from Indian Civil Services can apply for National Defence College certificate course.

National Defence College offers Certificate in National Security and Strategic Studies anually. The course is offered for 47 weeks. Students after completing the programme are awarded a parchment and symbol 'ndc'.