
NDA 2 Answer Key 2025 has been released on September 14, 2025. The answer key has been released separately for GAT and Maths for all sets of test booklets-A, B, C, D. The UPSC NDA answer key was released by the different coaching institutes since the official answer keys are released after the completion of the recruitment process. Candidates can use NDA answer keys released by the coaching institutes to calculate the probable scores.
Along with the answer key, NDA question papers for Maths and GAT were also released. The probable score of NDA 2025 exam can be calculated as per the marking scheme. The probable score will help candidates to know their chances of selection for the next round of selection. Read below for more details on NDA answer key 2025.
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NDA 1 2025 answer key was released on April 13, 2025 after the exam was over. The answer key was released unofficially for Maths and GAT by the coaching institutes. NDA 1 answer key 2025 was released separately for Maths and GAT for all sets of test booklets A, B, C, D. The answer key of NDA 1 2025 will be released officially after the declaration of the final result. Candidates can use the NDA answer key to check the correct answers to the questions marked in the exam. Going through the NDA answer key, candidates calculate the probable score of the exam.
NDA answer key is released separately for Maths and GAT within few hours after the exam is conducted. The answer key is released online and candidates can use it to compare the responses marked in the exam. The benefits of NDA answer key are given below: NDA answer keys are used to compare the responses marked in the exam Comparing the answers with the NDA answer key, candidates will be able to calculate the probable score The probable score help candidates to know their chances of selection for the further rounds.
- NDA Answer Key 2025 FAQs
- NDA Dates
NDA Answer Key 2025 FAQs
Candidates can check below NDA answer key 2025 PDF.
Commonly asked questions
NDA Maths question paper comprises questions from questions from Algebra, Calculus, Matrices and Determinants, Integral Calculus and Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Vector Algebra, Analytical Geometry Of Two and Three Dimension, and Statistics and Probability. NDA 2 Maths question paper carries 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions. Total marks allotted to the Maths paper are 300.
NDA question paper is framed in both English and Hindi. The written exam is conducted for 900 marks. The test carries two papers-Maths and GAT. Candidates qualifying the written exam are called for SSB interview.
The syllabus PDF comprises the important topics related to the exam. Candidates can download the syllabus PDF and start preparing for the exam.
NDA marking scheme is prescribed by UPSC. The marking scheme highlights the marks awarded for correct answers and marks deducted for wrong answers. In Maths 2.5 marks are awarded for correct answers and 0.83 marks are deducted for wrong answers. In GAT four marks are awarded for correct answers and 1.33 marks are deducted for the wrong answers. The score of the written exam is calculated out of 900 marks. The examination authority calculates the scores of candidates based on the marking scheme. The structure of NDA marking scheme is given below.
Sections | Marks for correct answer | NDA Negative Marking |
GAT | 4 | 1.33 |
Mathematics | 2.5 | 0.83 |
Candidates can raise objections against the question papers through QPRep portal. The process to raise objections against the question paper is given below: Visit the official website of UPSC Go to the tab 'Representation on Question Papers' Click the link 'National Defence Academy and Naval Academy examination' Enter roll number, date of birth, and verification code to login Submit your representations to UPSC against the question papers.
NDA question papers are released by UPSC within two to three days after the question papers are released. NDA question papers are made available on the official website of UPSC in PDF. Candidates can download NDA question papers for different subjects-Maths and GAT. Practising the question papers, candidates can know the type of questions asked in the exam.
The strategy to crack NDA exam is given below.
Go through the topics given in NDA syllabus
Solve NDA sample papers
Attempt mock test
NDA Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NDA 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 30 Apr ' 25 | NDA 1 Result 2025 |
| 26 Sep ' 23 | NDA 2 Result 2023 |
NDA Exam
Student Forum
Answered a week ago
The NDA application form for 2026 will be released on December 10, 2025. Here's a summary of the key dates ¹ ²:
- *NDA 1 Application Form:*
- Release Date: December 10, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: December 30, 2025
- Exam Date: April 12, 2026
- *NDA 2 Application Form:*
- Release Date:
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered a month ago
NDA 2026 exam dates have been announced. NDA 1 2026 exam will be held on April 12, 2026. The exam for NDA II 2026 will be held on September 13, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
NDA apply online link is acrivated on the official website of the exam conducting body. However, we will provide the direct link to register online for the exam. Only online applications are accepted for the exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
NDA 1 application form 2026 will be released on December 10, 2025. Interested candidates can fill the application form till December 30, 2025. The NDA 2 online form will be released on May 20, 2026. The last date to fill the application form is June 8, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 7
Registration - 10 Dec '25 - 30 Dec '25
When NDA application form 2026 will be released?