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If your question is regarding joining in Indian Naval Academy through NDA then the cost of training including accommodation, books, uniforms, boarding and medical treatment will be borne by the Government irrespective of the category of the candidate. But certain expenses like private expenses which does not exceed Rs. 3000 per month shall be borne by the parent or guardian of the candidate. If parent or guardian cannot meet the expenses then Rs. 1000 per month will be granted by the Government if the income of the cadet's parent is less than Rs. 21,000 per month. Also candidates who were selected for training at the Academy need to deposit the following amount with the Commandant, National Defence Academy at the time of joining.

• Pocket allowance for five months : Rs. 15000
• For items of clothing and equipment Rs. 21831
• Army Group Insurance Fund Rs. 7200.00
• Clothing items required at the time of joining Rs. 8681
• Incidental Expenditure during 1st Semester Rs. 7138.00

The Total amount is Rs. 59850. Out of the amount mentioned above the the refundable amount to the candidates to provide financial assistance following amount is sanctioned

• Pocket allowance for five months: Rs. 2000.00 at Rs. 400.00 per month (Corresponding to Govt. Financial Assistance)
• For items of clothing and equipment: Rs. 13935 (approximately)
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