2026 NDA Application Form: Apply for Nigeria’s Premier Military Academy Before April 30

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially opened applications for the 78 Regular Course, inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for admission into the prestigious military institution in Kaduna.

The online application portal will be active from Friday, November 28, 2025, to April 30, 2026, and the program is open to both male and female candidates seeking admission into the NDA.

How to Apply

Prospective applicants are required to visit the official application portal at www.ndaapplications.net to begin the registration process. Candidates must:

1. Select “Purchase Access Code” and fill in personal details.
2. Complete payment of ₦7,000 through Remita, using the ORDER ID and Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) code generated on the portal. Only payments made using RRR codes from the application portal will be accepted.

Application Steps

• Fill Application: Enter accurate personal and educational information.
• Confirmation: Verify all entries before submission.
• Submit Application: Complete the process by attesting and submitting the form.
• Download Forms: After submission, download the acknowledgement and parent consent forms.
• Exam Venue Selection: Shortlisted candidates will choose their preferred examination venue via the portal.

Applicants are strongly advised to read all instructions carefully to avoid errors or invalid submissions. Additional details and guidelines are available on the official application portal.

About the Nigerian Defence Academy

The NDA is Nigeria’s premier military university, established to train officer cadets for commissioning into the Nigerian Armed Forces. The Academy combines rigorous academic programs with military and leadership training, producing officers ready for service in the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Admission into the NDA is highly competitive. Eligible candidates must meet age, educational, and physical requirements. Academic programs cover fields such as engineering, sciences, and management, alongside military training designed to develop leadership, discipline, and strategic thinking.

Graduates are commissioned as officers in their chosen branch of the Nigerian Armed Forces and are expected to serve the nation in various capacities.