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NDA & NA EXAM INFORMATION

Defence Exams in India

It is highly prestigious for an individual to serve the nation by being part of the Indian Armed Forces. More than 5 lakhs students appear every year for various exams conducted by the UPSC to join the most coveted and respectable jobs in India. Through these defence exams, the candidates are selected for Indian Defence Academies like Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal,
Officer's Trainer Academy (OTA) in Chennai and Gaya, etc.
Want to fulfill the dream to be in the Defence Forces in India?
Read in detail about the different Defence exams conducted by UPSC and others.

1. UPSC NDA & NA

National Defence Academy and Naval Academy (NDA & NA) exam is held twice in a year for the students appearing in the 12th board exam or have completed the intermediate level. An offline exam is conducted followed by an SSB interview; after successfully clearing these two stages the candidates undergo a three-year course in NDA, Khadakwasala.

NDA Eligibility Criteria 2022: Nationality

To apply for NDA, candidates must be

  1. ) A citizen of India or
  2. ) A subject of Nepal or
  3. ) A subject of Bhutan or
  4. ) A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India or
  5. ) A person originally Indian who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India

Provided that a candidate belonging to categories 2, 3, 4, and 5 must be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Indian government. A certificate of eligibility is not required for Gorkha candidates from Nepal

NDA Eligibility Criteria 2022: Age Limit

The age limit of candidates should be as given below:

  • For NDA 2, candidates must have born not earlier than January 2, 2002, and not later than January 1, 2005
  • For NDA 1, candidates should be born not earlier than July 2, 2003, and not later than July 1, 2006
  • The commission will accept the date of birth that is entered into Class 10 or 12 certificates
  • Candidates need to submit these certificates after the declaration of the result of the written exam
NDA Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification

The educational qualification prescribed for admission to the different academies is given below.

  • Candidates who are appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination can apply
  • Candidates appearing in Class 11 exam are not eligible

The Army wing of NDA

Passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognized board

The Air Force and Naval wings of NDA and 10+2 Cadet entry scheme at INA

Passed Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

NDA Eligibility Criteria: Marital Status

Only unmarried male and female candidates can apply for the exam. Candidates should not marry until they complete their training. Candidates who marry during the training will be discharged and have to refund all expenditure spend on them by the government.

NDA Eligibility Criteria 2022: Physical Standards

Candidates must be physically fit according to the physical standards for the NDA exam.

Height & Weight for Army and Air Force

The minimum height prescribed is 157 cms (For Air Force it is 162.5 cms). Certain exceptions are applicable for candidates based on the region from where they belong.

Height (in cms)

Weight (in kgs)

16-17 years

17-18 years

18-19 years

152

42.5

44.0

45.0

155

43.5

45.3

47.0

157

45.0

47.0

48.0

160

46.0

48.0

49.0

162

48.0

50.0

51.0

165

50.0

52.0

53.0

167

51.0

53.0

54.0

170

52.5

55.0

56.0

173

54.5

57.0

58.0

175

56.0

59.0

60.0

178

58.0

61.0

62.0

180

60.0

63.0

64.5

183

62.5

65.0

66.5

For Gorkhas and candidates belonging to hills of North-Eastern areas of India, Garhwal, and Kumaon, the minimum height will be 5 cms less than the figure mentioned above. For candidates belonging to Lakshadweep, the minimum height standard is reduced by 2 cms.

Height and Weight requirements for Navy

Height (In cms)

Weight (in kgs)

16 years

18 years

20 years

152

44

45

46

155

45

46

47

157

46

47

49

160

47

48

50

162

48

50

52

165

50

52

53

167

52

53

55

170

53

55

57

173

55

57

59

175

57

59

61

178

59

61

62

180

61

63

64

183

63

65

67

Candidates who wish to be pilot need to fulfill the following requirements.

  • Leg Length: The minimum of 99 cms and maximum of 120 cms
  • Thigh Length: Maximum of 64 cms
  • Sitting Height: The minimum of 81.50 cms and maximum is 96 cms
  • Visual Standards:
  • The distance vision (corrected) of candidates should be 6/6 in the better eye and 6/9 in the worse eye
  • Myopia should not be more than 2.5 D
  • Hyper metropia not more than 3.5 D including astigmatism
  • Air Force candidates must not wear spectacles
  • Candidates can check below the visual standards for Navy and Air Force.

Candidates can check below the visual standards for Navy and Air Force.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Uncorrected without glass

6/6

6/6, 6/9

Corrected with glass

6/6

6/6 (only for Hypermetropia)

Limits of Myopia

-0.75

Nil

Limits of Hypermetropia

+1.5

+2.00 D Sph

Limits of Colour Perception

I

Nil

Binocular Vision

III

Nil

Manifest Myopia

N.A.

Nil Re

Tinoscopic Myopia

N.A.

0.5

Colour Vision

N.A.

CP-I (MLT)

Astigmatism

N.A.

+0.75 Cyl (within + 2.0 D.Max)

Near Vision

N.A.

N-5 each eye

Candidates must not suffer from any of the following minor conditions:

  • Wax (Ears)
  • Deviated Nasal Septum
  • Hydrocele / Phimosis
  • Condition of Overweight / Underweight
  • Under Sized Chest
  • Piles
  • Tonsillitis
  • Gynaecomastia
  • Varicocele

Guidelines regarding Tattoos

  • Candidates must ensure that any permanent body tattoos should be present only on their inner side of forearm
  • Under no circumstances, UPSC accepts tattoos on the inside of the elbow to the wrist and on the reverse side of palm/back (dorsal) side of the hand
  • Permanent body tattoos on any other part of the body are also not acceptable
  • In case a candidate belongs to a tribe where it is customary to have tattoo, acceptance will be granted considering the traditions involved

Spinal Conditions

Candidates must not have the following diseases:

  • Granulomatous disease of spine
  • Arthritis/spondylosis (Rheumatoid arthritis and allied disorders / Ankylosing spondylitis/ Osteoarthrosis, spondylosis and degenerative joint disease / Non-articular rheumatism (e.g. lesions of the rotator cuff, tennis elbow, recurrent lumbago etc.) & Miscellaneous disorders including SLE, polymyositis, vasculitis
  • Spondylolisthesis/spondylolysis
  • Compression fracture of vertebrae
  • SC Heuerman’s disease (Adolescent kyphosis)
  • Loss of cervical lordosis when associated with clinically restricted movements of cervical spine
  • Unilateral / Bilateral cervical ribs with demon stable neurological or circulatory deficit
  • Scoliosis more than 15 degree as measured by Cobb’s method
  • Degenerative Disc. disease
  • Presence of Schmorl’s nodes at more than one level
  • Atlanto-occipital and atlantoaxial anomalies
  • Hemi vertebrae and/or incomplete block (fused) vertebrae at any level in cervical, dorsal or lumbar spine and complete block (fused) vertebrae at more than one level in cervical or dorsal spine
  • Unilateral Sacralisation or lumbarisation (Complete or incomplete) at all levels and bilateral incomplete sacralisation or lumbarisation
  • Any other abnormality if so considered by the specialist

X-Ray Exam

Any of the following conditions will disqualify the candidature of candidates:

  • Granulomatous disease of spine
  • Arthritis / spondylosis
  • Scoliosis more than 15 degree as measured by Cobb’s Method (10 degree for Army and Navy)
  • More than mild Kyphosis/Lordosis
  • Spondylolisthesis / Spondylosis / Spondylolysis
  • Herniated nucleus pulposes
  • Compression fracture of Vertebra
  • Sacralisation Disease
  • Cervical ribs with demonstrable neurological or Circulatory deficit
  • Presence of Schmorl’s node at more than one level
  • Atlanto-occipital and atlanto-axial anomalies
  • Incomplete Sacralisation Unilateral or Bilateral
  • Spina Bifida other than SV 1 and LV 5 if completely Sacralised
  • Any other abnormality, if so considered by specialist

Other medical conditions

  • There should not be any symptoms of the weak constitution or bodily defects
  • Candidates must have a well-developed chest
  • The function of the bones or joints should be good
  • No history of medical breakdown or fits
  • Candidates must have normal hearing capabilities
  • No impediment of speech
  • Normal blood pressure with no signs of heart disease or blood vessel disease
  • No liver or spleen enlargement
  • No abnormalities in urine
  • No skin diseases
  • No abnormalities in USG abdomen examination
  • A sufficient number of natural and sound teeth
  • Routine ECG for Air Force candidates must fall within normal limits

NDA Syllabus 2022-

National Defence Academy (NDA) is the Joint Services academy of the Indian Armed Forces. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the National Defence Academy (NDA) Exam every year. NDA is a national-level exam conducted twice a year. This is one of the most sought-after defence jobs in India to join the Defence Forces as an Officer by the male candidates. The selection of eligible males & females into NDA will be done on the basis of the written test followed by the Personality Test.

NDA Syllabus 2022

NDA written examination is divided into two papers namely Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The boys and girls who are seeking to apply for NDA 2022 must begin their preparation for the written exam by following the detailed NDA Syllabus 2022 which has been discussed in this article. The NDA 1 Exam is to be conducted offline on 10th April 2022 and NDA 2 Exam will be held on 04th September 2022 as per the

NDA Syllabus 2022- Overview

Name of Exam National Defence Academy (NDA) Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission, UPSC.
Frequency Of Exam Twice in a Year (April & September 2022) Selection Process • Written Test consisting of Objective Type Questions
• Intelligence & Personality Test (SSB)
Mode of Exam Offline Papers in NDA Exam • Mathematics
• General Ability Test
Marks Segregation • Mathematics: 300 Marks
• GAT: 600 Marks
Total No. of Questions • Mathematics: 120
• GAT: 150
Negative Marking • Mathematics: -0.83
• GAT: -1.33 marks
Exam Duration 2.5 Hours For Each Paper (5 hours total)
Language of Question Paper English & Hindi English Language paper has to be attempted in English.

NDA Exam Pattern 2022

Before getting into the NDA Syllabus let us have a look at the NDA Exam Pattern. The mathematics paper has 120 questions of 300 marks and GAT will have English and GK Papers of 200 & 400 marks respectively.

NDA Mathematics Exam Pattern

Paper I- Mathematics

Total Marks

300 Marks

Total No. of Questions

120

Marks awarded for Correct answer

2.5 marks

Marks deducted for the wrong answer

-0.83

Exam Duration

2.5 Hours

General Ability Test Exam Pattern

Paper-II- General Ability Test

Total Marks

600 marks

Total No. of Questions

150

No. of questions in English Section

50

No. Of questions in General knowledge Section

100

Maximum Marks for English

200 marks

Maximum Marks for G.K.

400 marks

Marks for Correct Answer

4 marks in both sections

Marks for Incorrect Answer

-1.33 marks in both sections

Exam Duration

2.5 Hours

Subjects in General Ability Test

Maximum marks

English

200

Physics

100

Chemistry

60

General Science

40

History, Freedom Movement, etc.

80

Geography

80

Current Events

40

Total

600

NDA Exam Pattern for SSB Interview

After clearing the written exam of NDA, candidates have to appear for the SSB Interview rounds. The pattern of NDA Interview is as mentioned below:

NDA – SSB Interview Pattern

Stage 1

Screening Test

1. Verbal and non-verbal tests.
2. PPDT

Stage 2

Psychological Test

1. Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
2. Word Association Test (WAT)
3. Situation Reaction Test (SRT)
4. Self Description Test (SD)

Group Testing Officers Test

1. GD
2. GPE
3. PGT
4. HGT
5. IoT
6. Command Task
7. Snake race/Group Obstacle Race
8. Individual lecture
9. FGT

Personal Interview & conference

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NDA Syllabus 2022

After getting to know the NDA Exam Pattern it is important for the candidates to know the Syllabus of NDA Exam. The NDA Syllabus is discussed below.

NDA Mathematics Syllabus

The chapters covered for NDA Maths Syllabus are given in the table below.

Mathematics

Topic

Topic-wise Syllabus

Algebra

Sets, Venn diagrams, De Morgan laws, Cartesian product, relation, equivalence relation. Real numbers, Complex numbers, Modulus, Cube roots, Conversion of a number in Binary system to Decimals, and vice-versa. Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic progressions. Quadratic equations, Linear inequations, Permutation and Combination, Binomial theorem, and Logarithms.

Calculus

Concept of a real-valued function, domain, range, and graph of a function. Composite functions, one-to-one, onto, and inverse functions. The notion of limit, Standard limits, Continuity of functions, algebraic operations on continuous functions. Derivative of function at a point, geometrical and physical interpretation of a derivative-application. Derivatives of sum, product, and quotient of functions, a derivative of a function concerning another function, the derivative of a composite function. Second-order derivatives. Increasing and decreasing functions. Application of derivatives in problems of maxima and minima

Matrices and Determinants

Types of matrices, operations on matrices. Determinant of a matrix, basic properties of determinants. Adjoint and inverse of a square matrix, Applications-Solution of a system of linear equations in two or three unknowns by Cramer’s rule and by Matrix Method.

Integral Calculus and Differential Equations

Integration as inverse of differentiation, integration by substitution and by parts, standard integrals involving algebraic expressions, trigonometric, exponential, and hyperbolic functions. Evaluation of definite integrals—determination of areas of plane regions bounded by curves—applications.Definition of order and degree of a differential equation, formation of a differential equation by examples. General and particular solution of differential equations, solution of the first order, and first-degree differential equations of various types—examples. Application in problems of growth and decay.

Trigonometry

Angles and their measures in degrees and radians. Trigonometric ratios. Trigonometric identities Sum and difference formulae. Multiple and Sub-multiple angles. Inverse trigonometric functions. Applications-Height and distance, properties of triangles.

Vector Algebra

Vectors in two and three dimensions, magnitude, and direction of a vector. Unit and null vectors, the addition of vectors, scalar multiplication of a vector, scalar product, or dot product of two vectors. Vector product or cross product of two vectors. Applications—work done by a force and moment of a force and in geometrical problems.

Analytical Geometry Of Two and Three Dimension

Rectangular Cartesian Coordinate system. Distance formula. Equation of a line in various forms. The angle between two lines. Distance of a point from a line. Equation of a circle in standard and a general form. Standard forms of parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola. Eccentricity and axis of a conic. Point in a three-dimensional space, the distance between two points. Direction Cosines and direction ratios. Equation two points. Direction Cosines and direction ratios. Equation of a plane and a line in various forms. The angle between two lines and the angle between two planes. Equation of a sphere.

Statistics and Probability

Probability: Random experiment, outcomes, and associated sample space, events, mutually exclusive and exhaustive events, impossible and certain events. Union and Intersection of events. Complementary, elementary, and composite events. Definition of probability—classical and statistical—examples. Elementary theorems on probability—simple problems. Conditional probability, Bayes’ theorem—simple problems. Random variable as function on a sample space. Binomial distribution, examples of random experiments giving rise to Binomial distribution.

The topic-wise question distribution in Maths

Topic

Questions

Calculus

20-25

Quadratic equation

20-15

Matrices & Determinants

30

Probability

10

Trigonometry

30

Complex number

10-15

NDA General Ability Test Syllabus

The General ability test comprises two papers English and General Knowledge. The English paper consists of 200 Marks while the General Knowledge is of 400 Marks.

NDA Syllabus- English

The question paper in English will be designed to test the candidate’s understanding of English. The syllabus covers various aspects like as given below:

Topic

No. of Questions

No. of Marks

Spotting Errors

5

20

Comprehension

6

24

Selecting Words

10

40

Ordering of Words in a Sentence

9

36

Topic

No. of Questions

No. of Marks

Sentence Improvement

10

40

Antonyms

5

20

Synonyms

5

20

Total

50

200

NDA Syllabus- General Knowledge

Check the topic-wise number of questions and marks distribution in the table below.

Topic

No. of Questions

No. of Marks

Physics

23

92

Chemistry

16

64

Selecting Words

10

40

Ordering of Words in a Sentence

9

36

General Science

11

44

History & Freedom Movement

16

64

Geography

17

68

Current Events

17

68

Total

100

400

NDA Syllabus- Physics

NDA Syllabus For Physics

1. Physical Properties and States of Matter

2. Modes of transference of Heat

3. Mass, Weight, Volume, Sound waves and their properties

4. Simple musical instruments

5. Rectilinear propagation of Light

6. Density and Specific Gravity

7. Reflection and refraction

8. Principle of Archimedes

9. Spherical mirrors and Lenses

10. Pressure Barometer

11. Human Eye

12. Motion of objects

13. Natural and Artificial Magnets

14. Velocity and Acceleration

15. Properties of a Magnet

16. Newton’s Laws of Motion

17. Earth as a Magnet

18. Force and Momentum

19. Static and Current Electricity

20. Parallelogram of Forces

21. Conductors and Non-conductors

22. Stability and Equilibrium of bodies

23. Ohm’s Law

24. Gravitation

25. Simple Electrical Circuits

26. Elementary ideas of work

27. Heating, Lighting, and Magnetic effects of Current

28. Power and Energy

29. Measurement of Electrical Power

30. Effects of Heat

31. Primary and Secondary Cells

32. Measurement of Temperature and Heat

33. Use of X-Rays

34. General Principles in the working of Simple Pendulum, Simple Pulleys, Siphon, Levers, Balloon, Pumps, Hydrometer, Pressure Cooker, Thermos Flask, Gramophone, Telegraphs, Telephone, Periscope, Telescope, Microscope, Mariner’s Compass; Lightning Conductors, Safety Fuses.

NDA Syllabus- Chemistry

NDA Syllabus For Chemistry

1. Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide, Oxidation and Reduction.

2. Acids, bases and salts.

3. Carbon— different forms

4. Physical and Chemical Changes

5. Fertilizers—Natural and Artificial

6. Elements

7. Material used in the preparation of substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches, and Gunpowder

8. Mixtures and Compounds

9. Elementary ideas about the structure of Atom

10. Symbols, Formulae, and simple Chemical Equation

11. Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights

12. Law of Chemical Combination (excluding problems)

13. Valency

14. Properties of Air and Water

NDA Syllabus- General Science

NDA Syllabus For General Science

1. Common Epidemics, their causes, and prevention

2. Difference between the living and non-living

3. Food—Source of Energy for man

4. Basis of Life—Cells, Protoplasms, and Tissues

5. Constituents of food

6. Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals

7. Balanced Diet

8. Elementary knowledge of the Human Body and its important organs

9. The Solar System—Meteors and Comets, Eclipses. Achievements of Eminent Scientists

NDA Syllabus- History, Freedom Movement

NDA Syllabus For History

1. Forces shaping the modern world;

2. Renaissance

3. Exploration and Discovery;

4. A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation

5. Freedom Movement in India

6. French Revolution, Industrial Revolution, and Russian Revolution

7. War of American Independence,

8. Impact of Science and Technology on Society

9. Elementary study of Indian Constitution and Administration

10. Concept of one World

11. Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India

12. United Nations,

13. Panchsheel

14. Panchayati Raj, Democracy, Socialism and Communism

15. Role of India in the present world

16. Co-operatives and Community Development

17. Bhoodan, Sarvodaya,

18. National Integration and Welfare State

19. Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi

NDA Syllabus- Geography

NDA Syllabus For Geography

1. The Earth, its shape and size

2. Ocean Currents and Tides Atmosphere and its composition

3. Latitudes and Longitudes

4. Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary Winds, Cyclones, and Anticyclones; Humidity; Condensation and Precipitation

5. Concept of time

6. Types of Climate

7. International Date Line

8. Major Natural Regions of the World

9. Movements of Earth and their effects

10. Regional Geography of India

11. Climate, Natural vegetation. Mineral and Power resources;

12. Location and distribution of agricultural and Industrial activities

13. Origin of Earth. Rocks and their classification

14. Important Sea ports and main sea, land, and air routes of India

15. Weathering—Mechanical and Chemical, Earthquakes and Volcanoes

16. Main items of Imports and Exports of India

Current Events

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NDA Syllabus For Current Events

Knowledge of Important events that have happened in India in recent yearsProminent personalities of both Indian and International level, Cultural activities and sports activities, Current important world events.

Intelligence and Personality Test

The SSB procedure consists of two stages. Only those candidates who clear written exam are permitted to appear for SSB round. The details o SSB exam are given below:

NDA SSB Personality Test

Stage I

1. Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR)
2. Picture Perception Description Test (PP&DT).

Stage II

1. Interview (IO)
2. Group Testing Officer Tasks (GTO)
3. Psychology Tests (Psych)
4. Conference

The various tests of IO, GTO, and Psychological are designed to bring out the presence/absence of Officer Like Qualities and their trainability in a candidate. Accordingly, candidates are Recommended or Not Recommended at the SSB.

NDA Eligibility Criteria 2022 FAQs

Q1. Can women candidates apply for NDA?
A. Yes, as per Supreme Court's order, women candidates can apply for the NDA exam. Earlier, the women candidates were not allowed to appear for the exam. Women candidates will be granted permanent commission in the armed forces.
Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification required to apply for NDA exam?
A. Candidates applying for NDA exam must have passed or are appearing in the Class 12 exam. Candidates cannot apply for the exam after Class 11.
Q3. What is the age limit to apply for the NDA 1 exam?
A. For NDA 1 exam, candidates must have been born not earlier than July 2, 2003, and not later than July 1, 2006.
Q4. Is there any limit in the number of attempts in NDA exam?
A. No, there is no limit in the number of attempts in NDA exam. Candidates within the prescribed age limit can apply for the exam
Q5. Is Mathematics required to apply for NDA exam?
A. Yes, candidates applying for Air Force and Naval wings of NDA and 10+2 cadet entry scheme at INA should study Mathematics in Class 12.
Q6. Is there any minimum percentage required in Class 12 to apply for NDA exam?
A. No, there is no minimum percentage in Class 12 for applying to NDA exam.
Q7. What are the physical standards required for the NDA exam?
A. Candidates appearing in the NDA exam should be physically fit. Physical fitness is measured in terms of eyesight, height, weight, etc.
Q8. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates in NDA exam?
A. Yes, relaxation in the age limit is provided in NDA exam to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government rule.
Q9. I am Class 11, can I apply for NDA exam?
A. : No, you are not eligible to appear in NDA exam. Candidates who have appeared or are appearing in Class 12 are eligible to apply for the NDA exam..
Q10. I am appearing in Class 12. Can I apply for the exam?
A. Yes, you can apply for NDA exam provisionally. However, you are required to provide a pass certificate of Class 12 at the time of admission.
Q11. How can I fill NDA application form?
A. NDA application form needs to be filled online only. The application fees can be paid both online and offline.
Q12. What is NDA eligibility criteria for women?
A. According to NDA eligibility criteria for female, candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 can apply for the exam.
Q13. What is NDA age limit for girls?
A. NDA age limit for girls is between 16 and 19 years.

 

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