Who can apply for admission at National Defence College?

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.

How can I apply at National Defence College?

National Defence College registration forms are available online. Aspirants have to register with providing all the specified details. The college sends the login credentials to candidates after verification at the college.

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National Defence College Admission 2026: Fees, Courses, Eligibility and Selection

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National Defence College admissions are open. Candidates can fill out the form on the college's website.

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National Defence College Admission Overview 2026
National Defence College Eligibility & Selection 2026
National Defence College Admission Process 2026
- National Defence College Certificate Admission 2026
National Defence College Application Process 2026
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National Defence College Admission Overview 2026

National Defence College admissions are merit. Candidates need to meet the eligibility requirements for getting into the college. National Defence College offers National Security and Strategic Studies programme annually. Candidates can fill out the form online.

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Q: Is entrance exam required for admission at National Defence College?

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.

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National Defence College Eligibility & Selection 2026

National Defence College shortlists aspirants meeting the requirements. Candidates can check below the eligibility and selection criteria for National Defence College courses:

Course	Common Eligibility	Selection Criteria
Certificate (National Security & Strategic Studies)	Serving officers (equivalent to Brigadier) from Army, Navy, Air Force and Friendly Foreign Countries & Joint Secretary/ Director equivalent from Indian Civil Services	Merit

National Defence College Admission Process 2026

National Defence College admissions are merit-based. Check below the steps to join the course:

1: Aspirants have to first fill out the registration form online on the college's website.

2: Candidates meeting the requirements are offered admission.

3: Selected candidates can join the course by paying the course fees.

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On Admissions

Q: Are admissions open at National Defence 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 Certificate Admission 2026

1 courses 47 weeks

National Defence College offers 47 weeks National Security and Strategic Studies course annually. Serving officers (Brigadier equivalent) from Army, Navy, Air Force and friendly foreign countries & Joint Secretary/ Director equivalent officers from Indian Civil Services can apply for this course.

Commonly asked questions
On Certificate Admissions

Q: What is the duration of certificate course at National Defence College?

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'.

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National Defence College Admission 2026 FAQs

Q: Does National Defence College provides laptop to students for the course?

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.

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