Physical Training & Drill
The timetable includes PT, drill or sick report in the morning.
LIFE AT DCA
Cadet Daily Routine
A disciplined day builds a stronger body, a sharper mind, and the character of a future officer.
Purposeful Days
Every Hour Has a Purpose
A structured day balances physical training, academics, meals, sports, rest and supervised self-study.
The daily schedule brings together classroom learning and activities throughout the day. The timetable below reflects the routine published by Defence Career Academy.
Daily Schedule
The published daily timetable for cadets.
Except Sundays & HolidaysMorning Routine
| Sr. No. | From | To | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 05:15 AM | — | Waking Up |
| 2 | 05:15 AM | 06:00 AM | Getting Fresh & Ready |
| 3 | 06:00 AM | 06:40 AM | PT, Drill / Sick Report |
| 4 | 06:40 AM | 07:20 AM | Bathing |
| 5 | 07:20 AM | 08:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 6 | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | Assembly |
Academic Hours
| Sr. No. | From | To | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 09:00 AM | 09:40 AM | 1st Period |
| 8 | 09:40 AM | 10:20 AM | 2nd Period |
| 9 | 10:20 AM | 11:00 AM | 3rd Period |
| 10 | 11:00 AM | 11:10 AM | Small Break |
| 11 | 11:10 AM | 11:50 AM | 4th Period |
| 12 | 11:50 AM | 12:30 PM | 5th Period |
| 13 | 12:30 PM | 01:10 PM | Lunch for High School Classes |
| 14 | 01:10 PM | 01:50 PM | Lunch for Junior College |
| 15 | 01:10 PM | 01:50 PM | 7th Period for High School Classes |
| 16 | 01:50 PM | 02:30 PM | 7th Period for Junior College |
| 17 | 02:30 PM | 03:00 PM | 8th Period |
Afternoon Activities
| Sr. No. | From | To | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 03:00 PM | 04:45 PM | Rest / Sports Game |
| 19 | 04:45 PM | 05:00 PM | Tea / Biscuits Time |
| 20 | 05:00 PM | 07:00 PM | Extra Coaching for Competitive Exams |
Night Study & Rest
| Sr. No. | From | To | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 07:00 PM | 07:15 PM | Roll Call |
| 22 | 07:15 PM | 08:00 PM | Dinner |
| 23 | 08:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Self-Study Under Supervision |
| 24 | 10:00 PM | — | Lights Off |
Daily Routine Highlights
A look at the activities represented in the daily schedule.
Academic Learning
Class periods and assembly make up the academic part of the schedule.
Sports & Recreation
The afternoon schedule includes rest and sports game time.
Competitive Exam Coaching
Extra coaching for competitive exams is listed in the schedule.
Supervised Self-Study
The evening timetable includes self-study under supervision.
Discipline & Rest
The day begins with waking up and ends with lights off.
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