NDA

In the written exam of NDA, Maths paper has 120 questions and the General Ability Test has 150 questions. Therefore, total questions asked are 270.

The total marks for the NDA exam is 1800 that is 900 for written exam and 900 for SSB interview. A score between 400 to 500 is considered secure in the written exam to get into the final merit list. Also, candidates need to pass in each subject minimum of 25% marks. There is no sectional-cut off.

The NDA written exam duration is five hours. It is divided into two papers. Both the papers are of two and half hours duration each and are conducted on the same day in two shifts including Mathes and the General Ability Test (GAT). 

You can check Ground Zero Defence Academy in Dehradun. I've heard they focus on written + physical + SSB preparation together. You may visit and decide as per your comfort

Hi Krishna, NDA preparation and JEE preparation are very different in orientation. The General Studies and English paper in NDA makes all the difference. The General Studies in NDA has a vast syllabus and can not be prepared in one or two months. 

JEE preparation need a concentrated effort because the Competition is fierce. So it would be very difficult for anyone to prepare for both. NDA exam will be followed by the SSB interview which involves various psychometric tests where the candidates are tested for their Leader like qualities.

You need to analyse and measure your affinity towards both the exams and proceed accordingly.

Hi Vaibhav, the NDA applications were open from December 10 to 30, 2025. The Commission also provided the application correction window for one week after that on its official website. Now it is not available.

The NDA exam 2026 will be conducted on April 12.

For Best NDA preparation in India, the “best” coaching depends on the overall approach, not just results. Doon Defence Dreamers is often preferred because it focuses equally on the written exam, SSB preparation, and personality development. The disciplined environment and structured guidance help aspirants prepare in a balanced and practical way.