**Executive Summary**
This report marks the historic commissioning of the first batch of 17 women cadets trained at the National Defence Academy (NDA) into the Indian Defence Forces. Having joined in August 2022 as part of the 148th Course, these officers completed their training and were commissioned into the Army, Navy, and Air Force between May 28 and June 13, 2026. This milestone signifies a major shift in military participation, highlighting the nation’s commitment to meritocracy and equal opportunity.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Commissioning Overview**
* A total of 17 women cadets from the NDA’s 148th Course have officially become officers.
* The cadets completed rigorous pre-commission training at their respective Service academies following their initial NDA training.
* **Indian Army Details**
* Nine women officers were commissioned during the 158th Regular Course Passing Out Parade.
* The event took place at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, on June 13, 2026.
* The parade was reviewed by President Smt Droupadi Murmu.
* **Indian Air Force Details**
* Five women officers were commissioned during the 217th Course Combined Graduation Parade.
* The ceremony was held at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad, on June 13, 2026.
* The parade was reviewed by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh.
* **Indian Navy Details**
* Three women officers were commissioned during the Spring Term 2026 Passing Out Parade.
* The ceremony occurred at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, on May 28, 2026.
* The parade was reviewed by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command.
* **Significance and Transformation**
* The event represents a defining chapter in the transformation of the Defence Forces.
* The achievement is intended to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in the military and contribute to nation-building.
**Impact Analysis**
**Commissioned Women Officers**
**Impact**
They have transitioned from cadets to military leaders, now entrusted with the responsibility of serving the nation as commissioned officers.
**Action Required**
They must now assume their official duties and leadership roles within their respective service branches (Army, Navy, or Air Force).
**Indian Defence Forces**
**Impact**
The forces have reached a milestone in gender integration and the evolution of military service, reinforcing a commitment to equal opportunity and excellence.
**Action Required**
The military must continue to facilitate the integration of women officers into professional leadership cadres.
**Young Women of India**
**Impact**
The achievement serves as a precedent and inspiration for young women across the country to pursue careers in uniform.
**Action Required**
Interested candidates may seek to follow the established training path through the NDA and respective service academies.
Key Entities Referenced
National Defence Academy (NDA): The joint services academy of the Indian Armed Forces where the first batch of women cadets underwent foundational military training.
Defence Forces: The collective military services (Army, Navy, and Air Force) into which the first cohort of women officers trained through the NDA were commissioned.
Ministry of Defence: The primary government ministry responsible for the administration and oversight of the historic commissioning of women into the military services.
Ministry of Defence
Historic Milestone: First batch of women cadets
trained at NDA commissioned into Defence
Forces
प्रव तथ: 13 JUN 2026 9:28PM by PIB Delhi
The first batch of women cadets trained at the National Defence Academy (NDA) has been commissioned
as officers in the Defence Forces, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of women’s
participation in military service. The batch of 17 women cadets, who joined the NDA in August 2022 as
part of the 148th Course, successfully completed their rigorous pre-commission training at their respective
Service academies.
In the Indian Army, nine officers were commissioned during the Passing Out Parade of the 158th Regular
Course held at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, on June 13, 2026. The parade was reviewed by
President Smt Droupadi Murmu.
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2272392®=48&lang=1
In the Indian Air Force, five officers were commissioned during the Combined Graduation Parade of the
217th Course at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad, on June 13, 2026. The parade was
reviewed by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh.
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2272390®=48&lang=1
In the Indian Navy, three officers were commissioned during the Spring Term 2026 Passing Out Parade at
the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala on May 28, 2026. The parade was reviewed by Flag Officer
Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena.
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2266384®=48&lang=1
With their commissioning, these officers have joined the fraternity of military leaders entrusted with the
responsibility of serving the nation. The commissioning marks a defining chapter in the transformation of
the Defence Forces and reflects the nation’s commitment to equal opportunity, merit and excellence in
military service. The achievement stands as a testament to their dedication, discipline and perseverance,
and will inspire generations of young women across the country to pursue careers in uniform and
contribute towards nation-building.
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