Link To Apply For NDA 78th Regular Course 2025/2026

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna, has officially announced the commencement of its online application process for admission into the 78 Regular Course. This update forms part of the Academy’s continuing effort to recruit disciplined, intelligent, and patriotic young Nigerians into its prestigious officer training programme.

Application Timeline

The online application will be available for a five-month window:

From: Friday, 28 November 2025
To: 30 April 2026

Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply early to avoid last-minute delays or technical issues.

Who Can Apply?

Admission into the NDA is open to both male and female Nigerians who meet the Academy’s eligibility requirements. The NDA is committed to a fair, merit-based selection process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official application portal: https://www.ndaapplications.net.
2. Select “Purchase Access Code” on the portal and provide the required details.
3. Obtain your ORDER ID and REMITA Retrieval Reference (RRR) Code.
4. Make payment via REMITA. The application fee is N7,000.00 only.

Note: Only payments made with RRR Codes generated through the NDA application portal will be accepted. Avoid unofficial payment channels to prevent fraud.

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Important Reminder

Before submitting an application, candidates should carefully read all instructions on the portal to ensure a smooth and error-free application process.

This announcement is signed by the Academy Registrar, confirming the authenticity of the release. The NDA remains the premier institution for training officers for the Nigerian Armed Forces, offering young Nigerians the opportunity to serve their country with loyalty and valour.