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National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination
UPSC NDA — two papers: Mathematics (300 marks, 2.5 hrs) and General Ability Test (English + GK, 600 marks, 2.5 hrs) for entry to NDA Khadakwasla.
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Physics (~25%)A convex lens of focal length 20 cm forms an image of an object placed 30 cm from the lens. What is the image distance?
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Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Final selection cutoff combines written (900) + SSB (900) = 1800 max. Above are official UPSC cutoffs.
2025
22 questions
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21 questions
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20 questions
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18 questions
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19 questions
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NDA — Full Mock 1
FULL270 questions · 300 min
Start mock →| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General — NDA I | 351 (out of 900) · 720 with SSB |
| 2024 | General — NDA II | 355 · 711 with SSB |
| 2023 | General — NDA I | 360 · 719 with SSB |
| 2023 | General — NDA II | 355 · 709 with SSB |
| 2022 | General — NDA I | 360 · 728 with SSB |
| 2022 | General — NDA II | 355 · 696 with SSB |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Topic-by-topic weightage averaged across 2022-2024 papers. Use this to decide where to invest study hours, not where to skim. Source ↗ · verified 2026-05.
225/900 marks avg
Algebra + Matrices + Complex Numbers
Calculus + Differential Equations
Trigonometry + Vectors + 3D Geometry
Probability + Statistics
600/900 marks avg
English (200 marks)
Physics
Chemistry
General Science (Biology + Misc)
History + Freedom Struggle
Geography
Current Events + Polity
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
NDA — Full Mock 2
FULL270 questions · 300 min
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What can I get from NDA?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
All-India top 100
92–100% · Rank 1 – 100
Top 500 — elite range
85–92% · Rank 100 – 500
Top 1500 — preferred cadets
75–85% · Rank 500 – 1,500
Strong contender range
65–75% · Rank 1,500 – 3,000
SSB interview range
50–65% · Rank 3,000 – 8,000
Written exam qualifier
35–50% · Rank 8,000 – 15,000
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
UPSC released the NDA 2 2026 notification on 20th May for admission to Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 158th Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course. The application window was extended until 11th June.
The NDA 2 written examination is scheduled for 13th September 2026. The exam comprises Mathematics and General Ability Test papers conducted in morning and afternoon shifts respectively.
Candidates who cleared the NDA 1 written exam must register on joinindianarmy.nic.in within two weeks of result declaration to receive SSB call letters. SSB interviews are being conducted at selection centres in Allahabad, Bhopal, and Bangalore.
UPSC announced the NDA 1 2026 written exam result for the examination held on 12th April 2026. Qualified candidates will now proceed to the SSB Interview stage, expected between June and August 2026.
🇮🇳NDA 1 2026 exam conducted
passedSun, 12 Apr, 2026
Written exam held on 12th April 2026 with Maths and GAT papers
NDA 1 2026 written result announced
passedFri, 8 May, 2026
Result declared on 8th May 2026; qualified candidates proceed to SSB
NDA 2 2026 application window closed
passedThu, 11 Jun, 2026
Last date to apply was 11th June 2026 (extended from 9th June)
NDA 2 2026 admit card release expected
61 days awayWed, 9 Sept, 2026
Expected 3-4 days before exam at upsc.gov.in
🇮🇳NDA II 2026 — written exam
65 days awaySun, 13 Sept, 2026
🇮🇳NDA 2 2026 written examination
65 days awaySun, 13 Sept, 2026
Scheduled for 13th September 2026; Maths 10AM-12:30PM, GAT 2PM-4:30PM
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Algebra
Sets, relations, real and complex numbers, sequences and series, equations.
Matrices and Determinants
Operations on matrices and determinant theory up to Class XII.
Trigonometry
Angles, ratios, identities, inverse functions and applications.
Analytical Geometry of Two and Three Dimensions
Coordinate geometry in 2D and 3D — lines, conics, planes, spheres.
Differential Calculus
Functions, limits, continuity, derivatives and their applications.
Integral Calculus and Differential Equations
Integration techniques, definite integrals, areas and basic differential equations.
Vector Algebra
Vectors in 2D and 3D, dot and cross products, applications.
Statistics
Classification, representation and central-tendency measures of data.
Probability
Sample space, events, probability theorems and binomial distribution.
Grammar and Usage
Rules of grammar and correct usage at intermediate level.
Vocabulary
Word meanings, synonyms, antonyms and word usage.
Comprehension
Reading comprehension passages with main idea and inference questions.
Cohesion in Extended Text
Sentence linkage and paragraph cohesion.
Spotting Errors
Identify the part of a sentence containing a grammatical error.
Sentence Improvement
Physics (~25%)
Mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism and applications.
Chemistry (~15%)
Atomic structure, common substances and chemical principles.
General Science (~10%)
Biology, human body, food and health.
History, Freedom Movement (~20%)
Indian history with focus on freedom struggle and modern world history.
Geography (~20%)
Physical, Indian and world geography.
Current Events (~10%)
NDA 2 2026 answer key expected
68 days awayWed, 16 Sept, 2026
Provisional answer key typically released within a few days of exam
NDA 2 2026 written result expected
91 days awayFri, 9 Oct, 2026
Result typically declared within 15-26 days of written exam
158th NDA Course commencement
356 days awayThu, 1 Jul, 2027
Training begins 1st July 2027 for NDA 2 2026 selected candidates
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Important national and international events of the recent past.