What is NDA Exam?
NDA Exam is a national exam which is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to select candidates for Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). The full form of NDA is National Defence Academy.
National Defence Academy / Naval Academy (NDA / NA) is conducted twice a year: NDA 1 and NDA 2. The UPSC releases the NDA & NA calendar. After appearing in the written exam, the shortlisted candidates will be called for the SSB Interview process.
NDA 2021 Exam Highlights
| # | Particular | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exam Name | NDA / NA |
| 2 | Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| 3 | Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| 4 | Exam Type | National Level |
| 5 | Eligibility Criteria | Unmarried Male candidates can apply |
| 6 | Mode of Application | Online |
| 7 | Mode of Written Exam | Offline |
| 8 | Exam Duration |
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| 9 | Number of cities for exam centres | 75 (Due to COVID Centers are Increased) |
NDA Entrance Exam Pattern
The subjects of the written examination, the time allowed and the maximum marks
| Subject | Code | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 01 | 120 | 300 |
| General Ability Test | 02 | 150 (50 for English and 100 for GK) | 600 |
The papers in all the subjects consist of objective type questions only
| Negative Marks for Incorrect Answer |
-0.83 for Maths
-1.33 for English -1.33 for GK |
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Written Exam Scheme
| Exam Type | Objective |
|---|---|
| Question Type | Multiple choice Questions with 4 Options |
| Total Questions | 270 |
| Maximum Marks | 900 |
| Marks for each Correct Answer | 2.5 for Maths, 4 for English, 4 for GK |
| Negative Marks for Incorrect Answer | -0.83 for Maths , -1.33 for English, -1.33 for GK |
| Marks for questions not attempted | Nil |
| Total Time for Exam (in minutes) | 300 |
Paper-II - General Ability Test
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 50 | 200 |
| Chemistry | 15 | 60 |
| Physics | 25 | 100 |
| General Science | 10 | 40 |
| History, Freedom Movement etc | 20 | 80 |
| Geography | 20 | 80 |
| Current Events | 10 | 40 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality : Indian
Age Criteria : 16 ½ TO 19 ½ Years
Stages of Selection
| Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6 | Stage 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apply online | Admit card | Written Exam | Call letter | SSB Interview | Medical Test | Merit List |
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Download from official website. One Month after application | Maths + GAT Papers | Exam result in one month, Call letter between 11 days to 2 month | 5 days SSB, Screening test, Psychology test, GTO, Conference, Total - 900 Marks |
Complete Check-up, Can be temporary or permanent rejection |
Written Marks + SSB Marks + Medical = Merit List Release after 2 month of SSB |