… Find Step-by-Step Application Process and Comprehensive FAQ here
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially announced the opening of its online application portal for admission into the 78 Regular Course, marking the beginning of a new academic and military training cycle for aspiring officer cadets. According to the announcement, online registration will commence on Friday, November 28, 2025, and close on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
The Academy disclosed that the application is open to qualified male and female Nigerian citizens, maintaining its tradition of admitting candidates into degree programmes combined with military training.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are required to visit the official NDA admission portal:
👉 www.ndaapplications.net
Candidates must select “Purchase Access Code” to generate their Order ID and REMITA Retrieval Reference (RRR). The application fee is ₦7,000, payable strictly through REMITA using only the RRR code generated on the portal.
The NDA cautions that payments made through any alternative channels will not be accepted, and applicants should follow all instructions carefully to avoid disqualification.
As with previous admission cycles, applicants will undergo a multi-stage selection process, including screening tests, medical assessments, and interviews.
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FAQ: NDA 78 Regular Course Admission Guide
Below is a comprehensive FAQ-style guide to help applicants navigate the process smoothly.
- When does the NDA 78 Regular Course application begin and end?
Opening date: Friday, November 28, 2025
Closing date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Applicants are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute portal congestion.
- What is the official NDA application portal?
All applications must be submitted on:
👉 www.ndaapplications.net
This is the only authorized platform for the 78 Regular Course.
- How much is the application fee?
The cost of the application form is:
₦7,000 (Seven Thousand Naira)
Payments must be made only via REMITA using the RRR generated on the portal.
- Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility typically includes:
Nigerian citizenship
Completion of secondary education with relevant credits
Age and physical fitness requirements (official details will appear on the advert)
Male and female candidates are both eligible
Official requirements for the 78RC will be published on the portal.
- How do I generate the RRR for payment?Visit www.ndaapplications.netClick “Purchase Access Code”Fill in your detailsSystem generates Order ID + RRRMake payment through REMITA using the RRR
- Can I pay through a bank transfer or POS?
❌ No.
Applicants must pay only through REMITA using the portal-generated RRR.
Payments made elsewhere will not be recognized.
- After payment, what next?
After successful payment:
Log into the portal
Complete your application form
Upload required documents
Submit before the deadline
Print acknowledgment slip and exam details
8. Will there be a screening test?
Yes. The NDA conducts an entrance examination for all eligible applicants, followed by:
Physical fitness tests
Medical screening
Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB) interview
- What degree programmes does NDA offer?
The Academy offers full-time degree courses in:
Engineering
Sciences
Arts & Social Sciences
Military Science
These run concurrently with military officer training.
- What should applicants avoid?
Do not pay through unauthorized channels
Do not submit false documents
Do not miss the deadline
Do not wait until the last week to fill out the application
