Pathfinder Defence Academy
Best NDA & DefenceCoaching in Lucknow
Expert NDA, CDS, AFCAT & SSB Coaching by Ex-Defence Officers — Your Journey From Aspirant To Officer Starts Here 🇮🇳
Our Mission
UPSC-Focused Training
Our NDA and CDS coaching is aligned with the latest UPSC exam patterns. We cover NDA Maths, GAT, and CDS General Knowledge with structured study plans designed for maximum results.
Complete Defence Preparation
From NDA written exam coaching to SSB interview preparation, AFCAT, CAPF and Agniveer — we offer end-to-end defence exam preparation under one roof in Lucknow.
Officer Like Qualities
Beyond academics, we develop OLQs through physical training, GTO practice, and personality development — the core qualities assessed by the Service Selection Board.
"One Officer From Every Family"
Our vision is to empower every household with the pride of serving the motherland. We are not just an academy; we are a nursery for patriots.
Hall of Fame
Celebrating our top achievers who have made the nation proud.
Our Courses
NDA
National Defence Academy
For 12th Appearing/Pass
CDS
Combined Defence Services
For Graduates
SSB Interview
Service Selection Board
Personality Test
Foundation
Complete Class 11th & 12th schooling from dummy school along with dedicated NDA preparation.
For Class 11th & 12th
AFCAT
Air Force Common Admission
For Graduates
CAPF
Central Armed Police Forces
For Graduates
Sainik School
Sainik School Entrance
For Class 6th & 9th
Agniveer
Agnipath Scheme
For 10th/12th Pass
RIMC
Rashtriya Indian Military College
For Class 8th Entry
RMS
Rashtriya Military Schools
For Class 6th & 9th
Elite Mentors
Maj. Gen. S.K. Singh
Ex. Psychologist
Ex. Commandant, Kapurthala SSB
Col. Praveen Kumar
Ex. I.O.
Ex. Instructor of NDA & IMA
Gp. Capt. A.K. Srivastava
Ex. Psychologist
Varanasi 4 AFSB, Mysore 2 AFSB
Asst. Comdt. Sarvesh Tripathi
Ex. Assistant Commandant
CRPF
Col. Ashok Pathak
Ex. GTO
Allahabad & Bhopal SSB
Gp. Capt. L.K. Pandey
Ex. Psychologist
Deputy President AFSB/SSB
Management Desk
Mr. Atul Omar Sir
M.Tech (Kanpur) | With over 14 years of dedicated teaching experience, he has mentored and guided 500+ successful selections in defence competitive examinations. Widely recognized for his smart calculation techniques and time-saving mathematical shortcuts, he simplifies complex concepts into clear, exam-focused strategies. His result-driven methodology, combined with strong conceptual clarity, consistently helps aspirants improve speed, accuracy, and overall performance in NDA examinations.
Mr. Anand Krishna Chauhan Sir
M.A. (Ancient History) | A dedicated General Studies educator, he focuses on building a strong foundation in history, current affairs, and general awareness. His clear explanations and structured teaching approach help students develop both knowledge and analytical understanding essential for competitive exams.
Cadet Stories
"PFDA transformed my life. The discipline and rigorous training helped me clear my SSB in the first attempt. Forever grateful."
Rahul Singh
NDA 151 Recommended
"The mentors at PFDA are exceptional. Their guidance on GTO tasks and psychology tests was spot on. Highly recommended!"
Priya Sharma
CDS 2024 OTA
"Joining PFDA was the best decision. The environment is motivating, and the focus on personality development is unique."
Amit Kumar
AFCAT 2024 Flying Branch
"From checking physical fitness to mock interviews, PFDA covers everything. I felt confident walking into my SSB."
Vikram Batra
TES 50 Army
"PFDA transformed my life. The discipline and rigorous training helped me clear my SSB in the first attempt. Forever grateful."
Rahul Singh
NDA 151 Recommended
"The mentors at PFDA are exceptional. Their guidance on GTO tasks and psychology tests was spot on. Highly recommended!"
Priya Sharma
CDS 2024 OTA
"Joining PFDA was the best decision. The environment is motivating, and the focus on personality development is unique."
Amit Kumar
AFCAT 2024 Flying Branch
"From checking physical fitness to mock interviews, PFDA covers everything. I felt confident walking into my SSB."
Vikram Batra
TES 50 Army
Latest Defence Guides & Resources
NDA Foundation Course After 10th: 2-Year Schooling + NDA Coaching Guide
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Sainik School & RIMC Entrance Exam Guide: Class 6 & 9 Pattern & Coaching
FAQ
Our Branches
Alambagh Branch
Metro Station, 3rd Floor, KSM Plaza, 826-Sneh Nagar Mod, Opposite to Hero Showroom, Singar nagar, Alambagh - 226005
Indira Nagar Branch
Uma Krishna Complex, Murari Nagar, Lucknow, UP 226016
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