NDA Entrance Exam Date and Subject Combinations 78RC

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna, has set the stage for the 78th Regular Course screening test. If your name is on the shortlist, this is the stage where preparation really counts, because the Academy has fixed Saturday, 20 June 2026 as the official exam date.

This screening test is one of the final steps before admission consideration into the NDA. It comes with strict rules, clear subject combinations and firm instructions on examination cards and centre allocation. Everything is designed to keep the process structured and fair for all applicants.

Before the exam day arrives, you will need to confirm your test centre, print your exam card and understand the subject combination that applies to your course.

NDA 78RC Screening Test Date

• Exam date: Saturday, 20 June 2026

• Only shortlisted applicants who applied for the NDA Post UTME will sit for the test

• Cut off mark: 180 for most courses

• Engineering applicants require 210 and above

Once NDA receives your details from JAMB, your name will be uploaded to the portal if you meet the requirements.

Examination Centre Update

Your assigned examination centre will be sent to your registered email address by the first week of June 2026.

You are advised to:

• Check your email regularly

• Confirm your test state early

• Take note of any changes to your location

Some applicants have been reassigned to neighbouring states due to low turnout in their selected states. This adjustment is part of the official arrangement for smooth conduct of the exam.

Reassigned Test States

NDA Entrance Exam Subject Combinations

Your subjects depend on the course you applied for. Every applicant must answer Use of English plus three other subjects.

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

• Mathematics (compulsory for Psychology)

• Economics

• Geography

• History

• Government

• French

• Biology (compulsory for Psychology)

• Arabic

Faculty of Science

• Mathematics: Mathematics plus any two of Physics, Chemistry, Economics

• Physics: Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology

• Chemistry: Chemistry plus any two of Physics, Biology or Mathematics

• Biology: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics

• Biotechnology: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics

Faculty of Engineering and Technology

• Mathematics

• Physics

• Chemistry

Faculty of Management Sciences

• Economics: Economics plus any two of Government, Mathematics, Geography

• Accounting: Mathematics plus any two of Geography, Government, Economics or History

• Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Economics, Mathematics plus one of Geography, Government, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or History

• Management Sciences: Mathematics, Economics plus one of Geography, Government or History

Faculty of Military Science and Interdisciplinary Studies

• Computer Science: Mathematics, Physics plus one of Biology, Chemistry, Economics or Geography

• Cyber Security: Mathematics, Physics plus one of Biology, Chemistry, Economics or Geography

• Intelligence and Security Science: Government plus any two of Economics, Geography or History

• Military Science: Mathematics, Physics plus one of Chemistry, Biology or Geography

Important Examination Card Rule

This part is very strict.

• You must print your examination card before the test day

• Without it, you will not be allowed into the exam hall

• No printed card means no entry, no exceptions

Keep it safe and make copies if possible.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When is the NDA 78RC screening test?
A: It will hold on Saturday, 20 June 2026.

Q: What is the NDA cut off mark?
A: It is 180 for most courses and 210 for Engineering.

Q: Will I choose my exam centre?
A: No, centres are assigned by NDA and sent to your email.

Q: Does NDA accept all states in Nigeria?
A: Yes, candidates from all states are eligible if they meet the requirements.

Q: Is NDA training free?
A: Yes, cadets receive structured military training with full academic programmes.

Q: Do I need a printed exam card for NDA screening?
A: Yes, without it you will not be allowed into the examination hall.