NDA

Yes, even you have a caste certificate, you can apply for the NDA exam as a general cetegory candidate. Though you have an option to apply under the general category during the application process than using your caste reservation privilages.

The sectional cut off in NDA exam is 25 per cent. Candidates are required to secure both the qualifying marks and cut off marks in NDA exam. The cut off marks are calculated based on the several factors. 

The hard copy of NDA scorecard is not sent to candidates by post. Candidates need to download it online only. The scorecard is made available after the completion of the recruitment process. Candidates can download their scorecards by logging with the required credentials.

NDA result is announced separately for written exam and SSB interview. After the result for the written exam is announced, candidates are called for SSB Interview. After completion of the SSB Interview, UPSC prepares a merit list based on the performance in the written exam and SSB interview. Allotment of candidates are done based on the written exam and SSB interview.

A 1 cm cut on your little finger should not affect your ability to sit for the NDA (National Defence Academy) exam, as long as it isn't causing any severe pain, infection, or discomfort that would interfere with your focus or performance. The NDA exam primarily involves written tests and physical fitness standards, but a minor cut on your finger should not impact either.

However, if the cut is healing or causing any discomfort, it's always a good idea to keep it clean and avoid any further injury. If there are no other significant health concerns, you should be good to go for the exam.

Students must follow the age requirements of 15.7 to 18.7 on January 1, 2025 to qualify for the NDA 1 examination in the same year. The age requirement for your March 17, 2006 birthday means you reach 18 years and 10 months in January 2025 allowing your application. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) mandates both educational and physical requirements for potential candidates who wish to appear in the exam.

NDA 1 question paper 2025 was released on April 14, 2025. The question paper was released separately for Maths and GAT and for all sets of test booklets. Candidates can download the NDA 1 question paper 2025 PDFs to know the types of questions asked in the exam.

NDA 2 application form 2025 was released on May 28, 2025. The last date to fill the application form has been extended to June 20, 2025. Earlier, the last date to fill the application form was June17, 2025. To apply for NDA 2 2025 exam, candidates need to first register themselves with UPSC. This is a one-time registration process and the credentials are applicable for all the exams. After that candidates can fill the detailed application form.

NDA official answer key is released by UPSC after the completion of the recruitment process. The answer key is released separately for Maths and GAT for all sets of test booklets. Till the time the official answer key is released, candidates can refer to the unofficial answer key to check the correct answers to the questions marked in the exam.