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NDA 2022 Exam: Aspirants who want to apply for the defence exams after class 12 then NDA is the best choice. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts National Defence Academy & Naval Academy examination to select eligible candidates who have passed Class 12 for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy courses. The selection process comprises the written exam and SSB interview.
NDA 2 notification 2022 has been released on May 18. NDA 2 2022 application form is available from May 18 to June 7, 2022. NDA 2 2022 will be conducted on September 4. Check below to know more on NDA exam such as eligibility, application form, exam pattern, selection process, and other related information.
- What is NDA Exam?
- NDA 2022 Exam Highlights
- NDA 2 2022 Notification
- UPSC NDA 2023
- NDA (1) & (2) Dates 2022
- NDA 1 & 2 2023 Dates
- NDA 2022 Online Form
- NDA Eligibility 2022
- UPSC NDA 2022 Recruitment Process
- NDA Syllabus 2022
- NDA Exam Pattern 2022
- NDA Preparation Tips 2022
- NDA Admit Card 2022
- NDA Question Papers 2022
- NDA Answer Key 2022
- NDA Result 2022
- NDA Cutoff 2022
- NDA Exam Statistics: Registration vs Number of Appeared Candidates
- NDA Vacancies 2022
- What is NDA Salary?
- NDA 2022 FAQs
What is NDA Exam?
National Defence Academy or NDA exam is conducted twice a year by Union Public Service Commission for admission to Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). It is the most sought-after defence entrance exams in the country where both male and female candidates can apply.
The exam is conducted in two stages: written exam and SSB Interview. In 2020, a total of 5.3 lakh candidates had applied for the exam, out of which 2.4 lakh candidates appeared for the exam. UPSC prepares a list of candidates who obtain minimum qualifying marks in the written exam. Such candidates are called for SSB Interview for Intelligence and Personality Test.
Attend our session to get tips on How to Prepare for NDA Exams after 12th on May 23rd at 5.00 PM.
Limited Seats, Register Now!Also Read: NDA Full Form
What is the difference between UPSC NDA 1 and NDA 2?
There is no difference between UPSC NDA 1 and 2 exams. NDA 1 exam is conducted for admission to January batch. On the other hand, NDA 2 exam is conducted for admission to July batch.
Also Read: Know the difference between NDA & NA I and II Exams
NDA Latest Updates:
May 18: NDA 2 Notification 2022 Released @upsc.gov.in; Apply Online Till June 7
May 15: NDA 2 2022 Notification Expected to be Released on May 18
May 12: NDA 1 2022 Result With Names Published by UPSC
May 9: NDA 1 2022 result announced
NDA 2022 Exam Highlights
The details regarding NDA exam are summarised below.
Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
---|---|
Exam Name |
National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA) |
Conducting Body |
|
Exam Level |
National |
Exam Frequency |
Two times a year (April & September) |
Mode of Exam |
Offline |
Exam Stages |
Written exam and SSB Interview |
Total Registrations |
5.3 lakh (As per 2020 data) |
Total Test Takers |
2.4 lakh (As per 2020 data) |
Exam Purpose |
For admission to National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) |
Exam Fees |
INR 100 for male candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories. However, SC/ST/Women candidates/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempted from paying the fees. |
Exam Duration |
GAT: 2 ½ hours Mathematics: 2 ½ hours |
No. of Papers and Total Marks |
Paper 1: GAT Paper 2: Maths |
Total Questions |
GAT: 150 Mathematics: 120 |
Marking Scheme |
GAT: Four marks for correct answers and 1.33 marks for wrong answers Maths: 2.5 marks for correct answers and 0.83 mark for wrong answers |
Total Marks |
Written Exam: 900 SSB Interview: 900 |
Language/Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi |
No. of Test Cities |
More than 70 test cities |
Official Website |
upsc.gov.in |
Contact Details |
011-23385271/011-23381125/011- 23098543 |
NDA 2 2022 Notification
NDA 2 2022 exam notification has been released on May 18 for admission of male and female candidates to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and INAC. The notification has been released in PDF form and comprises details such as the number of vacancies, exam dates, exam pattern, syllabus, course name, salary, exam centres, eligibility criteria, medical standards, the process of filling the application form, etc.
UPSC NDA 2023
UPSC has announced NDA 1 & 2 2023 exam dates on May 5. According to UPSC calendar 2023, NDA 1 2023 exam will be conducted on April 16. The application form for NDA 1 2023 will open on December 21, 2022. NDA 2 2023 will be conducted on September 3. The application form for NDA 2 2023 will begin on May 17, 2023.
Also Read: NDA 2023
NDA (1) & (2) Dates 2022
UPSC has announced NDA (1) & (2) 2022 exam dates. The written exam of NDA (1) was conducted on April 10, 2022. While NDA (2) 2022 exam will be conducted on September 4, 2022. Candidates can check below the complete schedule of the exam.
NDA (1) 2022 Events | NDA (1) Dates | Salient Features |
---|---|---|
Notification |
22-Dec-2021 |
The notification was released online in PDF form |
Application form |
22-Dec-2021 to 11-Jan-2022 |
The application forms were available online only |
Withdrawal of application form |
18-Jan-2022 to 24-Jan-2022 |
The withdrawal link was available for candidates who do not wish to appear for the exam even after filling the application form |
Admit Card |
14-Mar-2022 |
Admit card was released online for all the registered candidates |
Written exam |
10-Apr-2022 |
The exam was conducted in two shifts: morning and afternoon across 41 cities spread throughout the country |
Declaration of result |
09-May-2022 |
The result has been announced online in PDF form |
NDA (2) 2022 Events | NDA (2) 2022 Dates | Salient Features |
---|---|---|
Notification |
18-May-2022 |
The notification has been released online in PDF form |
Application form |
18-May-2022 to 07-Jun-2022 |
The application form has been made available along with the notification for 400 vacancies |
Written exam |
04-Sept-2022 | The written exam will be conducted offline across multiple exam centres in various cities |
NDA 2 2022 Result |
October 2022 | The result will be announced in PDF and it will display the roll numbers of qualified candidates |
SSB Interview |
January 2023 to April 2023 | The SSB interview will be conducted for the qualified candidates of the written exam in two stages |
NDA 1 & 2 2023 Dates
NDA 1 & 2 2023 dates have been announced by UPSC one year in advance so that candidates can begin their preparations early. The dates are given in the table below.
Events | Dates |
---|---|
NDA 1 2023 notification | 21-Dec-2022 |
NDA 1 2023 application form | 21-Dec-2022 to 10-Jan-2023 |
NDA 1 2023 | 16-Apr-2023 |
NDA 2 2023 notification | 17-May-2023 |
NDA 2 2023 application form | 06-Jun-2023 |
NDA 2 2023 | 03-Sep-2023 |
Stay tuned with NDA 1 & 2 dates so that candidates do not miss any event related to the exam.
Also Read: NDA Dates 2022
NDA 2022 Online Form
Interested candidates are required to fill NDA 2 2022 application form online. The application fee can be paid both online and offline. The last date of offline fee payment is June 6. The online application form withdrawal link will be made available from June 14 to 20, 2022.
How to Apply Online for NDA Exam?
- Visit the official website of UPSC
- Register online by flling the Part I of application
- Login with the registration number to fill Part II of the application form
- Fill all the details in Part II application form
- Submit the fees and take printout of the application form
NDA Application Fees
The category-wise fee break-up is given below.
Category | Fees (In INR) |
---|---|
General/OBC |
100 |
SC/ST/Sons of JCOs, NCOs, ORs |
Nil |
NDA Eligibility 2022
Candidates need to fulfil the following NDA eligibility criteria in order to be eligible for the exam:
NDA Age Limit
For NDA 1 exam, both male and female candidates must have been born not earlier than July 2, 2003, and not later than July 1, 2006. For NDA 2 exam, both male and female candidates must have been born not earlier than January 2, 2004, and not later than January 1, 2007.
NDA Eligibility: Sex and Marital Status
Only unmarried male and female candidates can apply for the exam.
Are Girls Allowed in NDA?
In 2021, Supreme of Court has passed its decision that girls can join National Defence Academy. The first batch of women candidates appeared in NDA 2 exam last year.
NDA Qualification
The educational qualification is different for different academies. Candidates can check the educational qualification prescribed for different academies below.
Academy | Educational Qualification |
---|---|
Army Wing of National Defence Academy | Passed Class 12/HSC or equivalent from a recognised board or university |
Air Force, Navy, and Naval Academy of National Defence Academy | Passed Class 12/HSC with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
Can I join NDA in Class 12th?
Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply for NDA exam. Candidates who are studying in Class 11 cannot apply.
NDA Physical Standards
The physical standards prescribed for NDA exam in terms of height, visual standards, etc are given below.
Height | |
---|---|
Category | Minimum Height |
Tribals from Ladakh Region |
155 Cm |
Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, and Minicoy Islands |
155 Cm |
Gorkhas, Nepali, Assamese, Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Uttarakhand |
152 Cm |
Bhutan, Sikkim & North East Region |
152 Cm |
Visual Standards |
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Parameter | 10+2 entries, NDA (Army), TES and equivalent | CDSE, IMA, OTA, UES, NCC,TGC & equivalent | JAG, AEC , APS, RVC,TA, AMC, ADC, SL & equivalent |
Uncorrected vision(max allowed) |
6/36 & 6/36 |
6/60 &6/60 |
3/60 & 3/60 |
BCVA |
Rt 6/6 & Lt 6/6 |
Rt 6/6 & Lt 6/6 |
Rt 6/6 & Lt 6/6 |
Myopia |
( including max astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
( including max astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
(including max astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
Hypermetropia |
( including max |
( including max |
(including max |
|
astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
astigmatism ≤ +/- 2.0 D Cyl) |
Lasik/equivalent surgery |
Not permitted |
Permitted * |
Permitted* |
Colour perception |
CP-II |
CP-II |
CP-II |
UPSC NDA 2022 Recruitment Process
The complete recruitment process of NDA exam is explained below:
Release of NDA Online form
Candidates need to fill the application form online. The application fee can be paid online and offline. The application is INR 100, however, SC/ST/Women candidates/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs are exempted from paying the fees.
Issue of NDA Hall Ticket
The admit card is released online for all the registered candidates. To download the admit card, candidates need to login with registration number or roll number.
Appearing in the NDA written exam
NDA exam written is divided into two papers-GAT and Mathematics. The total marks allotted to the written exam are 900 marks.
Declaration of the NDA Result for Written Exam
The result is announced online in PDF. The result will display the roll numbers of the qualified candidates.
Appearing in SSB interview
The SSB interview carries a total of 900 marks. The test is conducted in two stages-I and II. Stage I comprise Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception and Description Test (PP&DT). Stage 2 comprises Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests, and the Conference.
Declaration of final result
The final result is announced on the basis of the marks secured in the written exam and SSB interview.
Refer to the infographic below for NDA recruitment process:
NDA Syllabus 2022
NDA syllabus comprises topics from Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The level of the syllabus is of Classes 10, 11, and 12 standards. Candidates can check below the topics included in the syllabus:
Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Matrices and Determinants, Integral Calculus and Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Vector Algebra, Analytical Geometry Of Two and Three Dimension and Statistics and Probability.
GAT: The GAT syllabus of NDA is divided into two parts. Part A comprises questions from English, while Part B carries questions from General Knowledge. Questions in English part are asked from Grammar and Usage, Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Cohesion. Questions in General Knowledge are asked from Physics, Chemistry, Social Studies, General Science, Geography, and Current Events.
NDA Exam Pattern 2022
The written exam of NDA comprises two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The written test carries a total of 900 marks. Candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in the written exam are called for SSB Interview. The SSB interview carries 900 marks.
Also Read: NDA Exam Pattern
NDA Preparation Tips 2022
Candidates can prepare for NDA exam by following the tips given below:
- To begin with, candidates must be clear about the subjects, pattern, and types of questions
- The Mathematics section of NDA comprises questions from Algebra, Matrices, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, etc. Candidates must clear their concepts from Classes 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 NCERT books
- The GAT comprises a variety of subjects, such as Chemistry, General Science, Geography, History, and Current Affairs. This paper also comprises a section on English
- Candidates must revise the topics they have studied
- Make short and simple notes as it will help candidates to revise properly and quickly
- Solve previous years' NDA question papers and take NDA mock tests
- Buy good NDA books and question banks
Also Read: NDA Preparation Tips 2022
NDA Mock Test
NDA mock tests are like the actual tests and solving them gives candidates the right frame of mind for the exam. It also helps candidates to evaluate their performance and improvement. Solving mock tests candidates will be able to identify their strong and weak areas. Accordingly, candidates can work upon their weak areas. Mock tests also help candidates to manage their time better in the exam.
NDA Admit Card 2022
NDA 2 admit card 2022 will be released in August for all the registered candidates. The link to download the admit card will be made available on the official website. Candidates can download the admit card by logging either with the roll number or registration number. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post.
How to Download NDA Admit Card?
The steps to download NDA admit card are given below:
- Visit the official website
- Click on the admit card link on the home page
- Enter login credentials
- The admit card appears on the screen
- Download the admit card and take its printout
NDA 2022 Exam Day Guidelines
The exam day guidelines for NDA exam are given below:
- Candidates should carry their NDA admit card to the exam centre
- Along with the admit card, candidates should also carry one photo-identity proof
- Carry clipboard or hardboard and a black ball pen for marking their responses
- The invigilator provides sheet for doing rough work
- Books, notes, loose sheets, electronic or any other type of calculators, mathematical and drawing instruments, log tables, stencils of maps, slide rules, test booklets, and rough sheets are not allowed inside the examination centre
- Strict action is taken against those candidates found copying or cheating
NDA Exam Analysis 2022
NDA 2 exam analysis 2022 will be released for Maths and GAT papers on September 4. The overall difficulty level of the NDA 1 2022 GAT paper was moderate to easy. The overall difficulty level of the NDA 1 Maths paper was moderate. Questions in the Maths paper were asked from Probability, Trigonometry, Algebra, Arithmetic Progression and Geometric Progression, Matrics, Circle, Calculus, Determinants, etc. There were no questions on complex numbers. Watch NDA 1 2022 Student Reaction Video.
NDA 1 2022 Student Reaction for
NDA 1 2022 Student Reaction for GAT
NDA Question Papers 2022
NDA 2 question papers 2022 will be released for Maths and GAT after the exam gets over. The question papers will be released in PDF form. Candidates can also raise objections against the question papers within the prescribed deadline.
Also Read: NDA previous year question paper
NDA Answer Key 2022
NDA 2 answer key 2022 will be available for Maths and GAT on September 4. The answer keys will be released unofficially by the coaching institutes. The official answer keys are released after the completion of the recruitment process. Using the answer key, candidates can calculate their probable scores.
NDA Result 2022
NDA 2 result 2022 for written exam will be announced online on the official website-upsc.in. However, the direct link to check NDA result will be provided on this page. The result will be made available in PDF form. It will display the roll numbers of qualified candidates. The marksheet of candidates is released after the declaration of the final result.
NDA Preparation Tips by Toppers
Candidates can click below the links to check the interviews given by NDA toppers to Shiksha on how to prepare for the exam.
Interviews of NDA Toppers | |
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NDA 2019 Topper Interview, Piyush Thorve, (AIR 16) | NDA Exam 2018 Topper, Interview Sparsh Kankane, (AIR 1) |
NDA Cutoff 2022
NDA cutoff for the written exam and final selection is released after the declaration of the final result. The cutoff for the written exam is calculated out of 900. The final cutoff is calculated based on the marks secured by the last recommended candidates out of 1800 marks (900 marks of written exam and 900 marks of SSB Interview). The qualifying NDA cutoff marks prescribed for each subject are 25 per cent. Candidates are required to qualify the exam by securing separate cutoff marks in the written exam and SSB Interview. Candidates can check below the previous year's NDA I & II cutoff marks.
NDA (II) 2020 Cutoff | |
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Minimum qualifying standard/marks at the written stage (out of 900 marks) | Marks secured by the last candidate in the merit order (out of 1800 marks) |
355 (With at least 25 per cent marks in each subject) | 719 |
NDA (I) 2020 Cutoff | ||
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Wing | Minimum qualifying standard at the written stage (out of 900) | Marks secured by last recommended candidate (Final Stage) (out of 1800) |
Army |
355 (With at least 25% marks in each subject) |
723 |
Navy |
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Air Force |
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Naval Academy |
NDA Exam Statistics: Registration vs Number of Appeared Candidates
Exam Sessions | Number of Registered Candidates |
Number of Appeared Candidates |
---|---|---|
NDA/NA (I) & (II) Exam 2020 |
5,301,85 |
2,404,45 |
NDA/NA (I) Exam 2018 |
4,506,41 |
2,946,88 |
NDA/NA (II) Exam 2018 |
3,487,85 |
2,405,76 |
NDA/NA (I) Exam 2017 |
4,169,61 |
2,680,12 |
NDA/NA (II) Exam 2017 |
3,442,02 |
2,321,20 |
NDA Vacancies 2022
Academy | Wings | No. of Vacancies |
---|---|---|
NDA | Army | 208 (including 10 for female candidates) |
Navy | 42 (including 03 for female candidates) | |
Air Force | (i) Flying-92 (including 02 for female candidates) (ii) Ground Duties (Tech)-18 (including 02 for female candidates) (iii) Ground Duties (Non-Tech)- 10 (including 02 for female candidates) |
|
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | - | 30 (for male candidates only) |
Total | 400 |
What is NDA Salary?
The NDA salary structure is given below.
Rank | Level | Grade Pay (INR) |
---|---|---|
Lieutenant |
Level 10 |
56,100-1,77,500 |
Captain |
Level 10 B |
6,13,00-1,93,900 |
Major |
Level 11 |
6,94,00-2,07,200 |
Lieutenant Colonel |
Level 12A |
1,21,200-2,12400 |
Colonel |
Level 13 |
1,30,600-2,15,900 |
Brigadier |
Level 13A |
1,39,600-2,17,600 |
Major General |
Level 14 |
1,44,200-2,18,200 |
Lieutenant General HAG Scale |
Level 15 |
1, 82, 200-2,24,100 |
HAG+Scale |
Level 16 |
2,05,400-2,24,400 |
VCOAS/Army Cdr/ Lieutenant General (NFSG) |
Level 17 |
2,25,000 (fixed) |
COAS |
Level 18 |
2,50,000 (fixed) |
NDA 2022 FAQs
Q. When NDA (2) 2022 notification will be released?
Q: Is NDA 2023 exam date out?
Q: When NDA (I) 2022 notification was released?
Q. Can a married candidate apply for NDA exam?
Q. Can a girl join NDA after Class 12?
Q. What is the difference between NDA and CDS exams?
Q. What is the syllabus of NDA?
Q. What are the minimum qualifying marks in Class 12 for applying to NDA exam?
Q. What is NDA exam eligibility?
Q. Is Mathematics necessary for NDA exam?
Q. Are NCERT books enough for NDA exam preparation?
Q. Can I clear NDA exam by preparing for six months?
Q. Can I clear NDA exam in the first attempt?
Q. What is the salary during training after selection through NDA?
Q: What is NDA eligibility?
Q: Is Class 12 necessary for NDA exam?
Q: What is the use of NDA exam?
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Comments
Are the Bhutanese 12th graduated students from Bhutan eligible for NDA?
Check out the following - https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/articles/nda-eligibility-criteria-blogId-22425.
Hi. Kindly visit the link given below-
https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/articles/nda-eligibility-criteria-blogId-22425.
I am now 16 years old. How many years do I have to fill out the form for the NDA exam?
Hello dear!
Tap the below link to fetch all necessary details regarding eligibility criteria for NDA exam~
https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/articles/nda-eligibility-criteria-blogId-22425
Hope it helps!
Thank you.
Can I seat for NDA 2 exam if I don't seat for NDA 1 exam?
I want to know about the latest cutoff information for B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering at NDA Pune.
How can I prepare NDA if I belong to commerce stream?
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Tips for crack NDA
Schedule your Study Plan Smartly. For better preparation, it is necessary to have a smart study plan.
Your Basics Should Be Clear. Focus on General Knowledge and English Subject. Study Material. Solve Previous Year Question Papers. Health Maintenance and Personality. Revision.
Is it compulsory to have double doses of covid vaccination for NDA medical test because Indian government has clearly said it's voluntary?
Yes, the criterion is set by the exam holders then you must complete that whatever government says it is necessary for appearing.
Where is the exam center in Shimla for NDA?
You can find the exact location of your centre from your respective Admit card, it is mentioned there. All the best for your exams.
NDA or JEE what should I choose?
Those interested in both professions should try for NDA first, but prepare themselves more for IIT, because if you can crack JEE exams, then you can surely crack the written exam of NDA. As for the SSB part, like they say either you have it, or you don't.
NDA is more aspirational to make a career but if you are more into technicals kindly go for JEE otherwise NDA would be much appreciable.
Is there any need to learn any course before NDA like computer science?
Yes, definitely you can apply for NDA after passing 12th with Physics Chemistry and Maths. Computer Science is not necessary for this examination.
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Are Diploma candidates eligible for NDA exams?
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