The Nigerian Defence Academy has formally declared the commencement of its post UTME screening process for prospective students, with the screening test holding on Saturday, 20th June, 2026. This is the first step for those who want to start their military and academic training at the NDA.
To be considered for admission to one of Nigeria's most esteemed institutions devoted to training future military leaders, candidates must fill out and submit the application. Continue reading below to learn how to apply and what you need.
NDA Post UTME Screening Form 2026/2027
The Nigerian Defence Academy's 78th application form has been released. The NDA screening form for the 2026/2027 session costs N7,000 (seven thousand naira only) and is available through the NDA 78RC application portal.
The Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, still accepts applications for admission to the 78th Regular Course. Please keep in mind that NDA will only accept payments for RRR codes generated through the application portal.
How to Apply for the NDA Admission Form
The application window is open from Friday, November 28, 2025, to May 15, 2026. The offer is open to Nigerian males and females who meet the specified criteria. The following steps are taken to start the application process:
1. Create an Account: To submit an application for admission, you must first register on the official admissions website, www.ndaapplications.net, and then get your login credentials.
Once you've created an account, the system will walk you through the rest of your application. When you are finished with the application, click submit.
2. Purchase NDA Admission Form: You can pay for your application online through the school admission portal or at any Nigerian bank of your choosing using the REMITA Retrieval Reference Number (RRR).
Go to the school application portal, log in, and select "Pay Online" to make your payment. To make a payment using any Nigerian bank of your choosing, go to the application portal and select "Pay at Bank Branch".
3. Upload Your Documents: Uploading your documents is the next step. Please be aware that your application won't be considered complete until all of your credentials have been uploaded and sent in with it.
All application procedures must be completed before the NDA 78RC Form closing date. You should also bring the original uploaded documents for review during your interview.
Note: Application forms must be submitted online along with scanned SSCE results. After submitting their online application, candidates should download the Acknowledgement Form. The deadline has been extended to 15 May 2026.
NDA Screening Test Date and Requirements
The Nigerian Defence Academy has announced that its nationwide screening test for admission into the 78 Regular Course will take place on Saturday, June 20, 2026. All states in the federation, as well as the Federal Capital Territory, are expected to participate.
The only candidates who will be permitted to print the NDA Screening Test Admission Card and take the NDA Screening Test are those who meet the admission requirements and have a JAMB score of 180 for arts & social sciences and science courses, and a 190 score for engineering courses.
The NDA screening test, which is the first stage of the post UTME screening process, is planned for the scheduled date. Therefore, the following documents must be brought to the screening test centre by all qualified applicants.
Acknowledgement Form
Screening Test Admission Card
JAMB result slip and
TWO (2) passport-sized photographs (3.5 x 5 inches)
Only the chest should be visible in the photos, and the back should bear the candidate's name, course of study, state, exam centre, exam number, and signature.
Only those candidates who pass the NDA screening will be invited to the next stage of the screening process, the Armed Forces Selection Board. Those who make it through the last round will be accepted into the school.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the minimum JAMB score for NDA?
A: The NDA cut off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session (78th Regular Course) is 180 for Arts, Science, and Social Science courses and 210 for Engineering courses.
Q: Does meeting the cut off mark guarantee admission?
A: No, meeting the cut off mark only qualifies candidates for screening, medical tests, interviews, and further evaluations.
Q: Must I choose NDA as my first choice?
A: Yes, the Nigerian Defence Academy must be selected as the first choice during UTME registration for eligibility consideration.
Q: Is the NDA cut off mark the same every year?
A: No, the cut off mark may change yearly depending on competition, performance statistics, and admission policies.
Q: Is the cut off mark the same for all courses?
A: No, competitive courses like engineering and sciences often require higher scores than arts and social sciences.
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