NDA Sets 77 Regular Course Screening Test for May 24, 2025: Key Details and What Candidates Should Know

• May 15, 2025
• Ethan Carrington
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Inside the NDA 77 Regular Course Screening: What Awaits Candidates in 2025

If you’re aiming for a spot in the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), circle May 24, 2025, on your calendar. That's when the screening test for the much-anticipated NDA 77 Regular Course will take place. The competition is always fierce, but this year’s process is leaving nothing to chance—right down to the type of photographs you bring.

Candidates looking to secure a place in the Regular Course are facing a two-phase admission process. The screening on May 24 marks Phase 1, and only those who clear this hurdle will be invited to the next round—the Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB) interviews. Success here opens the door to a five-year experience that mixes military discipline with an academic journey, ending in an honours degree.

The documentation rules sound strict, but they’re designed to keep everything transparent and organized. Prospective cadets must come with four key things: an Acknowledgement Form (the proof you started your application online), a Screening Test Admission Card (which is basically your exam ticket), the original JAMB result slip (no, a photocopy won’t do), and two postcard-sized photographs (3.5 by 5 inches). Here’s the catch with the photos—they need to show you from the chest upward, and there’s a list of details that must go on the back: your name, examination number, state, exam centre, the course you want to study, and your signature. Miss a step, and you could end up sidelined before you even answer the first question.

After Phase 1, only those who pass the test will be called back for Phase 2, which is the AFSB interview process. This stage isn’t just about how well you did academically. The board is searching for candidates who fit the complete profile: academic strength, physical ability, and a clean bill of health. Every hopeful must pass medical and physical tests based on pre-set standards published by the academy. NDA has a reputation for being tough—and if you fall short, there are no do-overs.

The Pressure and the Promise: What’s at Stake?

The stakes are about more than just earning a place: those who get through both phases commit to a serious five-year program. It’s a blend of military training—from early-morning drills to leadership lessons—and studies in core academic fields like science, engineering, and the humanities. At the end, successful cadets don’t just walk away with an honours degree. They can look forward to careers in the armed forces, ready to serve with qualifications that carry real weight in Nigeria and beyond.

The NDA always emphasizes that the screening and selection process is fair but uncompromising. If you’re looking to apply, it’s time to triple-check your paperwork, start your physical training, and be ready for anything the process throws at you. This isn’t just an exam—it’s the first step in a transformation that could shape your future.