The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) wishes to inform the general public and especially all applicants of the 77 Regular Course that the NDA Screening Test has been successfully conducted. The test took place on Saturday, 14th June 2025 across various centers in Nigeria. We are happy to announce that the list of successful candidates who passed the test is now ready and available.

These selected candidates are now invited to appear before the Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB) for the next stage, which is the final interview and screening process. This interview will be held at the NDA Ribadu Campus (Old Site), Kaduna, and will run from Saturday, 28th June to Saturday, 16th August 2025.

All successful candidates must check their names carefully and take this invitation very seriously. This stage is crucial in deciding who will become full-time cadets of the Nigerian Defence Academy.

📌 How to Check if You Were Selected

To see if you are among the successful candidates, you can check the full list in two ways:

1. Visit the NDA official website:

2. Or visit

Look carefully through the names. You can search by your examination number or full name.

📍 Location for the Interview

All interviews will take place at:

• NDA Ribadu Campus (Old Site) Kaduna State, Nigeria

This is where the final physical and academic selection process will happen. All invited candidates must travel to this location and follow the instructions given.

📅 Interview Dates and Batches

To make things organized, the Nigerian Defence Academy has divided the selected candidates into two batches. Each batch has its own reporting date. This helps manage the large number of candidates and ensures that everyone gets proper attention.

👥 Batch One

Reporting Date: Saturday, 28th June 2025

This group will stay for a specific number of days for their screening before the second group arrives.

👥 Batch Two

Reporting Date: Saturday, 19th July 2025

• The second batch must wait for their official turn. They should not report before their scheduled date.
• All candidates must report on time and must be fully prepared before leaving home.

🧳 What You Must Bring Along

Every candidate invited for the interview must come with the following items. These items will help in verifying your identity and checking your readiness for the military academy:

🧾 Documents

1. Acknowledgement Form – This is the form you got after completing your online application.

2. Screening Test Admission Card – This card was used for your exam.

3. JAMB Result Slip – From your recent JAMB/UTME examination.

4. Original Birth Certificate or Age Declaration – To confirm your date of birth.

5. State of Origin Certificate – Proving where you come from.

6. Primary School Leaving Certificate

7. Senior Secondary School Certificates (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB) – Include all your academic records.

8. Letter of Attestation from Your Local Government – Must be signed by a reputable leader or official.

9. Any other certificate you mentioned during registration

Note: All documents must be originals, not photocopies. You may also carry photocopies but make sure you have your originals with you

👕 What to Wear and Bring

As a military academy, NDA expects discipline, neatness, and good grooming. Please make sure you follow the dress code strictly:

👕 Clothing

• Two pairs of white T-shirts and white shorts
• One pair of white canvas shoes
• Two pairs of white socks
• Two white bed sheets and pillowcases
• Two pairs of black trousers
• One pair of black shoes
• One black belt
• One blanket (grey or army green color)

🧼 Personal Hygiene Items

• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Bathing soap and sponge
• Toilet soap and tissue
• Comb, deodorant, and small towel
• Any other personal items you may need

⛔ What You Should NOT Bring

To ensure order, safety, and fairness, do not bring the following:

1. Mobile phones
2. Laptops or tablets
3. SIM cards
4. Modems
5. Cameras or smartwatches
6. Food items
7. Drugs or alcohol
8. Sharp objects (like knives or scissors).

If you are caught with any of these items, you may be disqualified or sent home immediately.

🛌 Accommodation and Feeding

All candidates will be given a place to sleep at the NDA Ribadu Campus. Food will also be provided during your stay. You do not need to come with cooking utensils or foodstuffs. Just focus on being ready for your interviews and physical fitness tests.

🩺 Medical and Physical Requirements

During the interview process, candidates will go through several important checks. This includes:

• Medical Examination – To confirm you’re healthy and fit for military training.
• Physical Fitness Tests – Exercises like running, sit-ups, push-ups, and more.
• Oral Interview – Where you will be asked questions by a panel.
• Written Tests – To test your English and general knowledge.
• You should prepare yourself physically before coming. Start exercising early – jogging, stretching, and doing simple workouts.

🚫 If You Fail to Show Up

Any candidate who fails to appear for the AFSB interview on the scheduled date will be disqualified. No excuses will be accepted, and there will be no second chance.

⚠️ Important Warnings

1. Do not pay anyone to get your name on the list or to help you pass the interview.

2. All processes at the NDA are free and fair. If anyone asks you for money, report them.

3. Only those who pass the AFSB interview will be admitted into the academy for the 77 Regular Course.

🏆 Life at the Nigerian Defence Academy

• The Nigerian Defence Academy is not like a regular university. It is a place where future military officers are trained in discipline, leadership, and education. Life at the NDA is strict but rewarding.
• If you pass this interview, you will begin your journey as a cadet officer, learning not just in classrooms but also in the field. You will wear a uniform, obey commands, and go through serious training.
• You will also receive a university degree after your training is complete, in fields like Engineering, Military Science, Social Science, and more.

Final Words

1. To all successful candidates: Congratulations! This is a big achievement, and we are proud of you. You have passed the first step. Now, you must show courage, strength, intelligence, and discipline to make it through the final stage.
2. Prepare yourself well, stay healthy, and arrive on time. Let this be your first step into a life of honor, service, and greatness.
3. To all other applicants who were not selected: Do not lose hope. You can always try again. Many great officers were not selected the first time but succeeded later.

For more updates, always check the NDA official websites  or website

We wish all candidates the best of luck.

God bless the Nigerian Defence Academy.

God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.