NDA — Now Open for Women
Following the 2021 Supreme Court order, women are now eligible for NDA. Female candidates aged 16.5-19.5 appearing in or after Class 12 can appear for NDA just like male candidates. Atharva Defence Academy's NDA coaching at Garhi Cantt, Dehradun welcomes female aspirants with dedicated batches.
CDS — OTA Route (Women Officers Training Academy)
Graduate women can appear for CDS and join the Officers Training Academy (OTA). OTA grants Short Service Commission (SSC) convertible to Permanent Commission in most arms. Age: 19-25 years. No Mathematics paper for OTA — only English and GK.
Sainik School — Now Admitting Girls
Since 2021, all Sainik Schools accept girl students at Class 6 entry. This is a historic change — daughters can now follow the same Sainik School → NDA path as sons. Atharva's Sainik School coaching at Garhi Cantt has dedicated AISSEE batches for girls.
Indian Air Force & Navy — Short Service Commission for Women
IAF and Navy accept women through dedicated SSC entries in Flying, Technical, Education, Logistics, and other branches. AFCAT is the entry route for IAF. Our AFCAT coaching at Garhi Cantt is open to female candidates.
Army JAG Entry for Women
Law graduates (women) can apply for the Judge Advocate General (JAG) branch — Short Service Commission. Age: 21-27 years. SSB interview required.
Apply now to discuss the right entry route for female aspirants. Call 8707441994.