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National Defence Academy, Pune
National Defence Academy: One of the best places to visit in Pune
Entry Fee & Ticket
No Entry Fee
Opening Time & Days
The National Defence Academy is open from Monday to Saturday and is closed on every Sunday. The visitor only visit in NDA in between 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Best Time to Visit
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Place visit with
Family, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Place Type
Govt. Museum & Memorials, Museum and Gallery
Official Info
Nearest Metro Station
About National Defence Academy
The National Defense Academy is a joint service academy of the Indian Armed Forces located in Khadakwasla, Pune, Maharashtra. Here cadets of all the three services i.e. Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force train together before proceeding for training in their respective academies.
It is the world's first Tri-Service Academy. This academy is an extraordinary blend of excellence and valor. Therefore, anyone who wants to join the defense must visit this place and become a spectator of true patriotic spirit.
Architecture of National Defence Academy
NDA is spread over 7000 acres. Its building is made of red sandstone brought from Jodhpur which is a 3-storey basalt and granite structure. Its architecture has an exterior design consisting of a mix of arches, pillars and verandahs with a dome on top.
Interesting facts about National Defence Academy
- NDA is the reputed training academy to join the armed forces as officers after passing 12th standard.
- Beautifully designed lawns and feel proud of our armed forces.
- It is one of three institutes of its kind globally where tri-service leadership is trained in its cradle.
- Here you can also see the History Museum and some tanks.
- The central building is known as Sudan House and is one of the main attractions.
- The walls of the foyer are adorned with portraits of NDA graduates who have been awarded the highest gallantry award, the Param Vir Chakra or the Ashoka Chakra.
How to reach National Defence Academy
National Defence Academy FAQs:
𝒜. It is located at Khadakwasla, Pune.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the National Defence Academy: National Defence Academy open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm only sunday in the week,Ni entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit National Defence Academy during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December months for best experience.
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