UPSC NDA Salary 2024, Pay Scale, In-Hand, Perks & Allowances

UPSC NDA Salary 2024

For people interested in joining the National Defence Academy (NDA), knowing about the UPSC NDA Salary 2024 is important. The NDA (National Defence Academy) salary structure has been updated with the 7th Pay Commission. This means that those starting their careers with the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force through the NDA & Naval Academy exams now receive a good pay scale along with various allowances.

During training, candidates can expect a monthly stipend of INR 56,100, following level 10 of the pay matrix. Depending upon the rank and years of service, their monthly earnings can go up to INR 2,50,000.

This article provides information about the UPSC NDA Salary 2024, Pay Scale, In-Hand Salary, Salary-slip, Job Profile, Allowances and Perks & Benefits.

UPSC NDA Salary 2024: Overview

After the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission, the salary structure for the National Defense Academy and Naval Academy has undergone significant changes. The benefits, including the pay scale, for NDA candidates begin right from the training period. During this training session at IMA, candidates receive a stipend of Rs 56,100.

Conducting Organization	Union Public Service Commission
Exam Name	NDA Examination, 2024
Exam Level	National
NDA Exam Frequency	Twice a Year
NDA 2024 Notification Out Date	20th December, 2023
NDA 2024 Minimum Qualification	12th Pass
Job Location	All India
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

NDA Initial Salary 2024: Rank-wise

After completing training, NDA officers receive a starting salary of INR 56,100 per month. The salary is distributed according to the specific posts, and here is a breakdown of the NDA starting salary based on the different positions: –

NDA Ranks	NDA Starting Salary of Officers (Per Month)
Lieutenant	INR 56,100/-
Captain	INR 61,300/-
Major	INR 69,400/-
Lieutenant Colonel	INR 1,21,200/-
Colonel	INR 1,30,600/-
Brigadier	INR 1,39,600/-
Major General	INR 1,44,200/-
Lt. General HAG Scale	INR 1,82,200/-
HAG+ Scale	INR 2,05,400/-
Vice Chief of Army Staff/ Army Commander/ Lt General (NFSG)	INR 2,25,000/-
Chief of Army Staff	INR 2,50,000/-

UPSC NDA Salary Structure 2024 with Pay Level

Explore the NDA salary based on the various rank structures and pay level in the table provided below: –

NDA Ranks	Salary of NDA Officers (Per Month)	Pay Level
Lieutenant	INR 56,100 to 1,77,500	Level 10
Captain	INR 61,300 to 1,93,900	Level 10 B
Major	INR 69,400 to 2,07,200	Level 11
Lieutenant Colonel	INR 1,21,200 to 2,12,400	Level 12 A
Colonel	INR 1,30,600 to 2,15,900	Level 13
Brigadier	INR 1,39,600 to 2,17,600	Level 13 A
Major General	INR 1,44,200 to 2,18,200	Level 14
Lt. General HAG Scale	INR 1,82,200 to 2,24,100	Level 15
HAG+ Scale	INR 2,05,400 to 2,24,400	Level 16
Vice Chief of Army Staff/ Army Commander/ Lt General (NFSG)	INR 2,25,000 Fixed	Level 17
Chief of Army Staff	INR 2,50,000 Fixed	Level 18

UPSC NDA Salary 2024: Perks & Allowances

Allowances/Benefits	Amount/Payment
Flying Allowance (for Pilots)	INR 25,000 per month
Dearness Allowance	Admissible at civilian personnel rates
Kit Maintenance Allowances	INR 20,000 annually with Dress Allowances
Para Allowance	INR 10,500 per month
Special Forces Allowance	INR 25,000 per month
Para Jump Instructor Allowance	INR 10,500 per month
Project Allowance	INR 3,400 per month
Para Reserve Allowance	INR 2,625 per month
Technical Allowance (Tier-I)	INR 3,000 per month
Technical Allowance (Tier-II)	INR 4,500 per month
Children Education Allowance	INR 2250 per month per child (Two eldest surviving) CEA is admissible from Nursery to 12th Class only
Hostel Subsidy	Rs. 6,750/- per month per child (Two eldest surviving) Hostel Subsidy is admissible from Nursery to 12th Class only

NDA Allowances: In case of Death

Ex-gratia amount to the Next of Kin (NoK)	INR 12.5 lakhs
Monthly Ex-gratia to the NoK	INR 9,000 per month

Note: The Ex-gratia awards for Cadets (Direct) / NoK are purely on an ex-gratia basis and not treated as pension for any purpose.

NDA Allowances: In case of Disablement

Monthly Ex-gratia	INR 9,000 per month
Ex-gratia Disability Award	INR 16,200 per month
Constant Attendant Allowance (CCA)	INR 6,750 per month (for 100% disabled)

Note: The disability award is payable in addition to 100% of disability during the period of disablement. Prorate reduction applies if the degree of disablement is less than 100%.

 CCA is granted on the recommendation of the Invaliding Medical Board (IBM).

NDA Allowances: High Altitude Allowance

High Altitude Allowances	Amount/Payment
Category-I	INR 3,400 per month
Category-II	INR 5,300 per month
Category-III	INR 25,000 per month
Siachen Allowance	INR 42,500 per month

UPSC NDA 2024: Job Profile

Once candidates successfully pass the NDA exam, they undergo a 3-year preliminary training at the National Defence Academy, an Inter-Service Institution. The initial training covers both academics and physical aspects. During the first two and a half years, training is common for cadets from the Air Force, Army, and Navy. Upon completing the training, cadets receive degrees from Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi.

• Army Cadets receive B.Sc/B.Sc (Computer)/B.A degrees.
• Naval Cadets earn B.Tech degrees.
• Air Force Cadets obtain B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Sc (Computer) degrees.

The training aims to equip cadets for their respective roles in the armed forces.

NDA Career Growth and Promotion 2024

Minimum Service Required for Promotion	Indian Army	Indian Navy	Indian Air Force
On Being Commissioned	Lieutenant	Sub Lieutenant	Flying Officer
After 2 Years of Service	Captain	Lieutenant	Flight Lieutenant
After 6 Years of Service	Major	Lt Commander	Squadron Leader
13 Years of Service	Lieutenant Colonel	Commander	Wing Commander
On Selection	Colonel (Selection)	Captain (Selection)	Group Captain (Selection)
26 Years of Service	Colonel (Time Scale)	Captain (Time Scale)	Group Captain (Time Scale)
On Selection	Brigadier	Commodore	Air Commodore
On Selection	Major General	Rear Admiral	Air Vice-Marshal
On Selection	Lieutenant General	Vice Admiral	Air Marshal
On Selection	General	Admiral	Air Chief Marshal

UPSC NDA Salary 2024: FAQs