NDA 1 2023: Exam Date, Admit Card, Syllabus & Latest News

NDA 2023: The window to edit and withdraw NDA 1 2023 application form closed on January 24, 2023. The link to withdraw the application form was activated on January 18. NDA 1 admit card 2023 will be released for all the registered candidates in March 2023. The application process for NDA 1 2023 closed on January 12. Earlier, the last date to fill the application form was January 10, 2023. However, the application process was extended by two days. NDA 1 2023 application form was released on December 21. A total of 395 vacancies were announced for NDA 1 2023. NDA 1 2023 exam will be conducted on April 16, 2023 in two shifts.

NDA 2 notification 2023 will be released on May 17, 2023. The application form will be available from May 17, 2023, to June 6, 2023. NDA 2 2023 exam will be conducted on September 3.

Aspirants who want to apply for the defence exams after Class 12, NDA is the best choice for them. 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.

Check below to know more on the NDA exam such as eligibility, application form, exam pattern, selection process, and other related information.

NDA 2023

Every year, NDA exam is conducted in two phases. NDA 2023 exam dates have been announced by UPSC. NDA 1 2023 exam will be conducted for admission to the courses in January 2024. NDA 2 2023 exam will be conducted for admission to the courses commencing in July 2024.

NDA & NA (I) 2023

NDA 1 2023 notification was released on December 21, 2022. The online applications was accepted till January 12, 2023. The notification was released for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 148th Course, and for the 110th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from January 2024. 

NDA & NA 2 2023

NDA 2 2023 will be released in May 2023. The online applications will be accepted till June, 2023. The notification will be released for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 147th Course, and for the 109th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from June 2024.

What is NDA & NA 1 and 2 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.

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. Whereas, NDA 2 exam is conducted for admission to July batch.

Also Read: Know the difference between NDA & NA I and II Exams

NDA 2023 Exam Highlights 

The details regarding NDA exam are summarised below.

NDA Online Form 2023

The window to withdraw NDA 1 application form 2023 was activated by UPSC on January 18, 2023. The application process of NDA 1 2023 closed on January 12. The application process was extended till January 12. Earlier, the last date to fill the application form was January 10. Interested candidates were required to fill NDA application form online. The application fee was INR 100 for General/OBC candidates while SC/ST/Sons of JCOs, NCOs, ORs were exempted from fee payment.

How to Apply Online for NDA Exam?

• Visit the official website of UPSC
• Register online by filling 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.

NDA (1) & (2) Dates 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 was released 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. NDA 1 & 2 2023 dates were announced by UPSC one year in advance so that candidates can begin their preparations early.

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NDA Dates 2022

NDA 2023

NDA Exam Timings

NDA Notification 2023

NDA 1 2023 notification was released on December 21, 2022. NDA 2 notification 2023 will be released on May 17, 2023. The notification is released for recruitment of male and female candidates to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and INAC. The notification is 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. 

NDA Eligibility 2023

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, 2004, and not later than July 1, 2007. 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 passed its decision that girls can join the 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.

Can I join NDA in Class 12th?

Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply for the 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.

UPSC NDA 2023 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

The written NDA exam 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 displays 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 comprises 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 Exam Centres 2023

NDA exam centres 2023 was released by UPSC along with the notification. The exam will be conducted at multiple exam centres across more than 70 cities spread throughout the country. Candidates are required to select one exam centre while filling the application form. 

Also Read: NDA Exam Centres

NDA Syllabus 2023

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 2023

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. The structure of NDA exam pattern 2023 is given below.

Also Read: NDA Exam Pattern

NDA Preparation Tips 2023

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

Watch this video on how to prepare for NDA after Class 12 by expert

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NDA Admit Card 2023

NDA 1 admit card 2023 will be released in March 2023. NDA 2 admit card 2023 will be released in August 2023. The link to download the admit card will be made available on the official website. Candidates can download the NDA 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 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 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 Question Papers 2023

UPSC will release NDA question papers 2023 after the completion of the exam. The question papers will be released in PDF format for Maths and GAT. Candidates can also raise objections against the NDA question papers. To access the question paper representation portal, candidates need to login with roll number, date of birth and captcha code.

NDA  Previous Year Question Paper

Candidates must practice through NDA previous year question paper to know the exam pattern and syllabus. The previous year question paper will help candidates to analyse the difficulty level of paper, gaining accuracy and proficiency in all the subjects. Practising the previous year question paper will help candidates to improve their skills of solving questions with efficiency. Solving NDA previous year will also help candidates to improve their time management skills.

Also Read:  NDA previous year question paper

NDA Answer Key 2023

NDA answer key 2023 for Maths and GAT will be released within few hours after the exam is conducted. The answer keys will be released for sets A, B, C and D. Using the answer key, candidates can calculate their probable scores based on the correct and incorrect responses.

NDA Exam Analysis 2023

NDA exam analysis 2023 for GAT and Maths will be provided on this page after the exam gets over. Candidates can use NDA exam analysis 2023 to know the details such as the difficulty level of each paper, students' review, types of questions, etc. Candidates can check below previous year's NDA exam analysis.

NDA 2 Exam Analysis 2022

The overall difficulty level of the Maths paper was moderate to difficult. The paper carried questions from NCERT Maths textbook for Class 10th, 11th & 12th. The Maths paper covered all the topics given in the syllabus. Maximum questions in Maths were asked from Integration, Probability and Calculus. The overall difficulty level of the NDA GAT paper was moderate to difficult. The Physics and Chemistry sections were easy. General Studies section was moderate to difficult. Questions were asked from Medieval History and Culture. Currents Affairs questions were asked from the events that took place till July. Current Affairs carried questions related to Govt Schemes, Defence Acquisitions and Deals. 

NDA 2 2022 Student Reaction for GAT

NDA 2 2022 Student Reaction for Maths

NDA 1 Exam Analysis 2022

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 Maths

NDA 1 2022 Student Reaction for GAT

NDA Result 2023

NDA 1 result 2023 for written exam will be announced in May 2023. NDA 2 result 2023 will be announced in September 2023. NDA 2023 result will be made available in PDF form and it will contain the roll numbers of qualified candidates. The marksheet of candidates is released after the declaration of the final result.

NDA Toppers

Candidates can click below the links to check the interviews given by NDA toppers to Shiksha on how to prepare for the exam. 

NDA Cutoff 2023

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 years' NDA 1 & NDA 2 cut off marks.

NDA Exam Statistics: Registration vs Number of Appeared Candidates

NDA Vacancy 

NDA 1 Vacancy 2023

NDA Previous Year Vacancy

NDA previous year vacancy is given below. Candidates can check the vacancy break-up to know the number of seats filled in NDA.

What is NDA Salary?

The NDA salary structure is given below.