NDA 2026 Preparation Tips, How to Prepare for NDA Entrance Exam

Follow the preparation hacks given below to do smart study and crack the exam in one month:

• Stick all the required mathematical formulas and theorems near the study table so that it becomes easier to memorise them all
• Algebra, Calculus and Coordinate Geometry are the topics that have the highest weightage, prepare them well
• Brush up English grammar skills 
• Improve vocabulary by reading articles, editorials, English newspaper, etc.
• Refine General Knowledge by reading newspapers daily and watch news channels
• Be aware of each and every news about defence services
• Solve as many previous years' question papers as possible to understand the pattern better

Candidates must prepare a proper study plan and follow it diligently. Besides, they should solve previous years question papers. Candidates must attempt mock tests to identify the strong and weak areas.

NDA exam consists of questions that are of Class 12 standard. To clear the basic concepts, NCERT books are the best resource for preparation. Candidates can refer to the NCERT books for Class 10, 11 and 12.

The strategy to crack NDA exam is given below.
Go through the topics given in NDA syllabus
Solve NDA sample papers 
Attempt mock test 

Everyday candidates should study for two to three hours on regular basis. Categorize the course as per your comfort and start preparing. Practice previous year question paper as much as possible. Candidates must be thorough with the syllabus and exam pattern. They should prepare study routine and follow it seriously. Candidates must also solve mock test.

Questions in this section of NDA exam are asked from General Science, Indian history, Physics Geography, Chemistry and Current Events. Candidates must read the newspapers and watch news channels to know about the national and international events. Candidates must refer to the six months Current Affairs for NDA exam.