NDA 78th Regular Course Screening Test Date and Location Selection Notice

The Nigerian Defence Academy has announced the screening test date and test-location selection process for applicants to the 78th Regular Course.

Screening test date

The NDA Screening Test will hold on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The test is expected to take place across all states in Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory.

Who is eligible

• Candidates must have applied for the NDA 78th Regular Course.
• Candidates must have selected NDA as first-choice institution.
• Candidates must have scored at least 180 in the 2026 UTME.

Test location selection

• Eligible candidates should check the email address used for their NDA application.
• The location-selection notice is expected from May 20, 2026.
• Candidates should choose their preferred test state on or before May 24, 2026.
• NDA advises candidates to choose their state of residence where possible.

Centre allocation

Allocated examination centre details are expected in the first week of June 2026 through candidates' registered email addresses.

Applicants should also monitor the NDA application portal and the Nigerian Defence Academy website for official updates.