Why NDA Coaching in UP Is Gaining Momentum Growing Aspirations in Tier-2 and Tier-3 Cities Over the past decade, UP (Uttar Pradesh) has emerged as a hotspot for defence aspirants. With increasing awareness and patriotic fervor among youth, more students from cities like Lucknow, Allahabad, Kanpur, and Varanasi are eyeing the NDA route. Competitive Landscape in NDA Coaching Increase in coaching centers offering sub-par training Need for structured and result-driven coaching Parents seeking residential and disciplined environments Advantages of Taking Coaching in UP Affordable compared to metro cities Proximity to exam centers Growing network of successful alumni from the region What Sets Shield Defence Academy Apart in UP Shield Defence Academy isn’t just another coaching center — it’s a launchpad for future officers. Here’s why: Proven Track Record Over 5,000+ selections in NDA/CDS/AFCAT/SSB Highest number of NDA written + SSB recommendations from UP Personalized Mentorship One-on-one mentoring Regular motivational sessions Feedback system to track progress Smart Infrastructure Digital classrooms Library with defence-specific materials Mock test labs simulating UPSC environments Complete Roadmap: NDA to CDS Journey Shield Defence Academy takes you from classroom coaching to officer commissioning with this roadmap: Stage Milestone Duration 1 NDA Written Coaching 6–12 months 2 Personality Development Continuous 3 Physical Training Daily 4 SSB Interview Training 1–2 months 5 NDA Academy Training 3 years 6 Graduation via NDA BA/BSc/BTech 7 CDS Exam Coaching (if required) 6–8 months 8 Final Officer Selection Post-IMA/AFA/INA “Your NDA journey is not the end. It’s a stepping stone to becoming a commanding officer through CDS.”