NDA Answer Key 2025 (OUT): Download NDA 2 Answer Key for Set A, B, C, and D

National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Exam 2025 ( NDA )

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Anangsha Patra
Updated on Sep 14, 2025 21:24 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

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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Q:   How to Download NDA answer key?
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NDA answer key is released online by UPSC separately for Maths and GAT. Candidates can download the answer keys for all Sets of test booklets such as A, B, C and D. The steps to download NDA answer key are given below: Visit the official website of UPSC From the 'Examination' tab on the home page, candidates need to go to the 'Answer Keys' tab Click the NDA answer key' links Clicking the links, the answer keys for different subjects appears on the screen Download the answer key and save the file.
Q:   What are the benefits of NDA answer key?
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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.

Q:   When NDA 1 2025 answer key was released?
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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.

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NDA Answer Key 2025 FAQs

Candidates can check below NDA answer key 2025 PDF.

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Q:   Where can I find NDA syllabus PDF?
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NDA syllabus PDF is provided on this page. The syllabus PDF comprises the important topics related to the exam. Candidates can download the syllabus PDF and start preparing for the exam. With good practice, candidates can ace the exam. 

Q:   What is NDA marking scheme?
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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.

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Marks for correct answer

NDA Negative Marking

GAT

4

1.33

Mathematics

2.5

0.83

Q:   Is NDA exam conducted in both English and Hindi?
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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. 

Q:   How to challenge NDA question paper?
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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.

Q:   When NDA question papers are released?
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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.

Q:   How do I use previous years' question papers to prepare for NDA?
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The tips and tricks to prepare for NDA exam using the question papers are given below:

  • After completing the NDA syllabus, candidates must start practising the NDA previous years' question papers. Solving the question papers, candidates can get their basics cleared
  • Candidates can use the NDA previous years' question papers in understanding the application of concepts they have learned so far
  • Most of the questions in the exam are repeated and require a similar approach to be solved. Keep a note of such questions and tricks to solve them
  • Candidates must prepare a timetable for solving the NDA previous years' question papers and solve atleast one/two question papers daily
Q:   What is NDA Maths Answer Key?
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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 Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NDA 2025 exam

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30 Apr ' 25

NDA 1 Result 2025

26 Sep ' 23

NDA 2 Result 2023

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Exam Date
Results
Cutoff
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Answered a week ago

NDA 1 application form 2026 will be made available on December 10, 2025. The last date to fill the application form is December 30, 2025. NDA 2 application form will be released on May 20, 2026. The last date for online registration is June 8, 2026. 

 

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Raushan Pradhan

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Answered a week 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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Abhishek Kumar

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Answered a week 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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Bhumika Arora

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Answered a month 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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Raushan Pradhan

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