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What goes into the total cost
When parents compare NDA coaching in Dehradun, the course fee is only one part of the bill. The real yearly cost has four parts:
- Course fee: teaching, tests and study material for the chosen duration.
- Hostel and mess: either a package with the course or a monthly charge.
- Registration fee: usually paid once at admission.
- Personal costs: travel to Dehradun, PT shoes and kit, pocket money.
Before paying any institute, ask for the fee in writing, and ask whether it includes GST, books and SSB training, and what the refund rules are.
NDDA fees for 2026-27
| Course | Duration | Without hostel | With hostel |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDA Course | 6 months | ₹45,000 | ₹87,000 |
| NDA Course | 1 year (till selection) | ₹70,000 | ₹1,54,000 |
| NDA Crash Course | 2 months | ₹15,000 | + ₹9,000 / month |
| SSB Interview Course | 15 days | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| CDS / AFCAT | 6 months / 1 year | ₹40,000 / ₹50,000 | + ₹9,000 / month |
Registration fee: ₹3,000. For the NDA Foundation course (schooling + NDA + SSB with hostel), see the Foundation page.
NDA Foundation fees (schooling + coaching + hostel)
| Class | Fee per year |
|---|---|
| Class 10 | ₹3,00,000 |
| Class 11 | ₹3,00,000 |
| Class 12 | ₹3,10,000 |
The Foundation fee includes schooling, NDA and SSB coaching, hostel, books and dresses.
Worked examples: what you will actually pay
1-year NDA course, staying in the hostel
| Option | Calculation | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Package with hostel | ₹1,54,000 + ₹3,000 registration | ₹1,57,000 |
| Course + monthly hostel | ₹70,000 + (₹8,000 × 12) + ₹3,000 | ₹1,69,000 |
The hostel package saves ₹12,000 over a year.
6-month NDA course, staying in the hostel
| Option | Calculation | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Package with hostel | ₹87,000 + ₹3,000 registration | ₹90,000 |
| Course + monthly hostel | ₹45,000 + (₹8,000 × 6) + ₹3,000 | ₹96,000 |
2-month crash course
Without hostel: ₹15,000 + ₹3,000 registration = ₹18,000. With hostel for both months: ₹15,000 + (₹9,000 × 2) + ₹3,000 = ₹36,000.
Day scholar living in Dehradun
If you live at home in Dehradun, the 1-year NDA course costs ₹70,000 + ₹3,000 = ₹73,000, plus your own travel to the Sahastradhara Road campus.
Is the cheapest course the best value?
Not always. A lower fee is worth little if the course skips what decides selection. For the same money, check that you get:
- Weekly mock tests on the UPSC pattern with negative marking, and analysis of each test
- SSB training by people who have actually assessed candidates at SSB
- Daily physical training on a proper track and obstacle course
- A safe hostel with mess, CCTV and separate boys and girls hostels
Our checklist on how to choose NDA coaching in Dehradun covers this in detail. Not sure which duration fits your exam date? Read crash course vs 6-month vs 1-year.
Scholarships and concessions at NDDA
- Merit-based scholarships for deserving students
- Concessions for defence families
- Foundation course: 5–10% for farmers and Army personnel, and up to 10% for one-time payment
Call +91 88844 44890 to check which concession applies to you.
Fees and dates checked on 15 November 2026. Exam dates are from the UPSC Calendar 2027 on upsc.gov.in and may change; NDDA fees are from our fee structure 2026-27.
FAQs
What is the fee for NDA coaching in Dehradun?
Is it cheaper to take the hostel package or pay hostel monthly?
What costs should I add on top of the course fee?
Are there any discounts on NDA coaching fees at NDDA?
How much does SSB coaching cost after clearing the NDA written exam?
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