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New answer posted
3 months agoBeginner-Level 2
The best coaching centre for NDA depends on faculty quality, results, and SSB preparation. Some of the top NDA coaching academies in India are:
Shield Defense Academy
Aakash Institute
Centurion Defense Academy
Cavalier India
Minerva Academy
Major Kalshi Classes
Chanakya Defense Academy
Olive Greens Institute
IMS Defense Academy
Bansal Classes
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
NDA 2 2024 cut off marks are given below.
| Sl.No. | Name of the Wing | Vacancies | Number of Recommended candidates | Minimum qualifying standard at the written stage (out of 900 marks) | Marks secured by last recommended candidate at Final Stage (out of 1800 marks) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1. | Army, Air Force, Indian Navy and Indian Naval Academy Courses | 208 (including 10 for |
792 |
305 (With at least 25% marks in each subject) |
673 |
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
NDA 1 2025 cut off marks are given below.
| Name of the Wing | Minimum qualifying standard at the written stage (out of 900 marks) | Marks secured by last recommended candidate at Final Stage (out of 1800 marks) |
|---|---|---|
Army, Air Force, Indian Navy and Indian Naval Academy Courses | 334 (With at least 25% marks in each subject) | 699 |
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
NDA 2 is hard in terms of difficulty level. It is conducted for candidates who have passed Class 12. The test comprises two papers. The total marks allotted are 900. Selection is done based on the written exam and SSB Interview.
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 10
NDA marks are rounded off up to two decimal digits for all stages. This done by applying the standard rounding off principle,
wherever applicable. While applying the tie-breaking principles, the rounded-off marks upto two decimal digits are considered for resolving all tie cases.
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
In case the aggregate final marks are equal then securing more marks in the written exam are placed in higher rank. Candidates securing more marks in Paper 2 (GAT) are placed in higher rank. Age is also given preference while resolving the ties.
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
To be acceptable, candidates for the Army/Navy/Naval Academy and Air Force are required to secure qualifying marks separately in written exam and SSB. Candidates for the Air Force, and all the SSB qualified candidates as per their willingness, eligibility and preference for flying branch of Air Force, should separately qualify the CPSS.
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
NDA 1 result 2026 will be announced in the third week of April. The result will be made available roll-number and name-wise. Candidates need to secure the qualifying marks in the exam.
New answer posted
4 months agoContributor-Level 8
A total of 394 vacancies were announced for NDA 1 2026 exam. The break-up is given below.
| Academy | Wings | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
NDA | Army | 208 (including 10 for female candidates) |
Navy | 42 (including 05 for female candidates) (All Executive Branch) | |
Air Force | (i) Flying –92 (including 02 for female candidates) | |
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | - | 24 (including 03 for female candidates) (All Executive Branch) |
Total |
| 394 |
New answer posted
4 months agoBeginner-Level 2
Shield Defence Academy, Lucknow – Known for disciplined NDA prep, regular mock tests, SSB training, and strong faculty support.
Centurion Defence Academy, Lucknow – Popular for SSB and written coaching.
Target Defence Academy, Lucknow – Good for NDA written + physical training.
Major Kalshi Classes, Allahabad – Large setup and all-round defence prep.
Warriors Defence Academy, Lucknow – Focused on written exam practice.
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