The Nigerian Defence Academy has extended the deadline for the sale of application forms for its 78 Regular Course from April 30 to May 15, 2026.

In a statement issued by the Academy Registrar, the institution said the extension is to allow more eligible candidates to complete their applications.

The Academy noted that applicants must also register with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and select NDA as their first-choice institution. Candidates are required to sit for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.

According to the statement, admission is open to both male and female Nigerians.

Prospective candidates are advised to visit NDA 78th Regular Course Admission for application details.

The Academy added that a compendium of past questions is available at its registry located at the NDA Permanent Site, Afaka.