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Application Date 18 May, 2022 - 07 Jun, 2022
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UPSC NDA 1 result 2022 declared!
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UPSC NDA 1 question papers 2022 released
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About NDA 2022
UPSC NDA 2 2022 - Union Public Service Commission has released the NDA 2 application form 2022 in online mode on May 18 on the official website - upsc.gov.in. The last date to submit the NDA 2 2022 application form is June 7. NDA 2 2022 notification will also be released along with the application form. Candidates who meet the NDA eligibility criteria have to fill the UPSC NDA application form at the UPSC official website.
Latest: Union Public Service Commission has announced the NDA 1 result 2022 in online mode on May 9.
As per the NDA eligibility criteria 2022, all 12th passed candidates between 16.5 to 19.5 years can apply for the NDA 2022 exam. The application form of NDA exam 2022 is filled in two parts - Registration Part 1 and Part 2. General category applicants need to pay the application fee of Rs. 100/-. However, SC/ST and other reserved category candidates are exempted from paying the NDA application fee.
What is NDA exam?
The NDA exam is twice every year by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in April and September. The NDA recruitment exam 2022 is conducted to induct eligible and qualified applicants as officers in the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. All class 12th passed from a recognised board between the age group of 16.5 to 19.5 years. Those who given the standard 12th exam and are awaiting result are also eligible to appear for the NDA 2022 exam.
The NDA 2022 recruitment process as has two stages - written exam and SSB interview. The NDA written exam has two papers one of elementary mathematics and the other of general aptitude test (GAT). Both the NDA 2022 papers are conducted in offline mode.
Candidates clearing the written exam will be eligible to appear for the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview which is 5 day process in which applicants are tested on various parameters to confirm their final candidature before the induction.
On clearing the NDA 2022 recruitment process applicants than have to undergo intensive training for the defence service they are selected for before they are deputed to their respective services.
What is the full form of NDA?
The full form of the NDA exam is National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination. But it is commonly known and referred to as the NDA exam or UPSC NDA exam. The objective of the NDA exam is to recruit eligible and qualified candidates as officers of the defence safety and security of the country.
Candidates preparing for NDA 2022 can check the NDA question papers 2022 for their effective preparations. NDA selection process comprises a written exam followed by an SSB interview and medical examination. NDA 2022 written exam comprises two papers - Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The duration of each test is 2 hours and 30 minutes. The maximum marks allotted to the written exam is 900. Candidates who clear the written exam will be called for an SSB interview.
What's new in the UPSC IAS exam?
In a recent judgement, Supreme Court has allowed women candidates to also apply for the NDA exam.
NDA vacancies
| Year | National Defence Academy (NDA) | Indian Naval Academy (NA) (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | Total |
| NDA I 2022 | 370 | 30 | 400 |
| NDA I 2021 | 370 | 30 | 400 |
| NDA II 2021 | 370 | 43 | 413 |
| NDA I 2020 | 370 | 48 | 418 |
| NDA II 2019 | 370 | 45 | 415 |
| NDA I 2019 | 342 | 50 | 392 |
| NDA II 2018 | 339 | 44 | 383 |
| NDA I 2018 | 360 | 55 | 415 |
| NDA II 2017 | 335 | 55 | 390 |
| NDA I 2017 | 335 | 55 | 390 |
Previous year NDA stats
| Year | Applicants applied for NDA exam | Candidates appeared for NDA exam |
| 2019 - II | 3,69,979 | 2,70,527 |
| 2019 - I | 4,62,921 | 2,97,685 |
| 2018 - II | 3,48,785 | 2,40,576 |
| 2018 - I | 4,50,641 | 2,94,688 |
| 2017 - II | 3,44,202 | 2,32,120 |
| 2017 - I | 4,16,961 | 2,68,012 |
| 2016 - II | 4,23,064 | 2,86,511 |
| 2016 - I | 5,03,062 | 3,05,146 |
| 2015 - II | 4,13,867 | 2,83,001 |
| 2015 - I | 5,07,576 | 3,11,279 |
UPSC Contact Details
If candidates face any problem with any aspect of the UPSC IAS exam, they can get in touch with the Union Public Service Commission at the following address, phone number and email.
UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Dholpur House,
Shahjahan Road, New Delhi - 110069
Facilitation Counter : 011-23098543 / 23385271 / 23381125 / 23098591
Email : feedback-upsc@gov.in
NDA 2022 Highlights
| Full Exam Name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination |
| Short Exam Name | NDA |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Frequency of Conduct | 2 times a year |
| Languages | English, Hindi |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Fee (General) | 100 Rs [Online] +1 More |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Mode of Counselling | Offline |
| Exam Duration | 5 Hours |
| Number of Seats | 400 Seats |
NDA 2022 Important Dates
NDA (Session Sep 2022)
Upcoming Dates and Events
18 May, 2022 - 07 Jun, 2022
Application - NDA 2 | Mode: Online Ongoing
14 Jun, 2022 - 20 Jun, 2022
NDA 2 - Application withdrawal facility | Mode: Online
04 Sep, 2022
Exam - NDA 2 | Mode: Offline
Past Dates and Events
18 May, 2022
Advertisement - NDA 2 | Mode: Online
The Union Public Service Commission prescribes the NDA eligibility criteria 2022 in the official notification. Candidates should check the NDA 2022 eligibility before filling the NDA examination form. NDA exam 2022 eligibility criteria comprise various factors like Nationality, age limit, educational qualification, marital status, and others. Candidates can check more details about NDA eligibility from the table given below.
NDA Eligibility Criteria 2022
Parameters | Eligibility Criteria |
Nationality | 1. A Citizen of India 2. A subject of Nepal 3. A subject of Bhutan 4. A Tibetan refugee who moved to India, before January 1, 1962, with the intention of settling here permanently 5. A person of Indian origin who has migrated from the below-specified countries, with the intention of permanently settling in India.
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Age Limit | 16.5 to 19.5 years for all categories, i.e. there is no age relaxation in the NDA exam |
Educational qualification | For Indian Army - Passed Class 12 from State Education Board or a University For Air Force and Naval - Passed 12th class with Physics and Mathematics from State Education Board or a University |
Marital status | Unmarried |
Gender | Male and Female |
Height | For Army, Navy, and Naval Academy - 157 cm (minimum) For Air Force - 162.5 cm (minimum) |
Mode of Application : Online
Mode of Payment : Net Banking | Credit Card | Debit Card | Other
UPSC has released the NDA 2 application form 2022 on May 18. Candidates who wish to appear for the exam have to fill the UPSC NDA 2 2022 application form in online mode in two parts - Registration part 1 and Registration part 2. NDA 2022 application Part 1 comprises filling basic details like category, father's name, mother’s name, date of birth, and others. After successful registration candidates receive the NDA application number on their registered mobile number and email id.
After completing registration part 1, candidates need to log in with their application number and date of birth to complete part 2 of the NDA application process. In NDA registration part 2 candidates need to fill in the education qualification, communication details, and other information. After entering in all the details, applicants have to upload the signature and photograph as per the specifications. Candidates also need to upload one valid photo ID proof. After submitting all the details, they have to pay the application fee Rs 100 is required to submit the application form successfully.
Details and Documents Required To Fill NDA Application Form 2022
- Scanned image of the photograph
- Aadhar Card
- Credit/Debit Card details
- Valid email ID
- Active mobile number
- Class 10th mark sheet
Steps To Fill NDA Application Form 2022 online
Step 1 - Go to the NDA official website - upsc.gov.in
Step 2 - Go to the What's New section on the home page.
Look for the “Exam Notification: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination II, 2022” link and click on it.
Step 3 - A new window will open and the NDA Examination, 2022 notification PDF link and NDA application 2022 link will displayed.
Step 4 - Download the NDA notification 2022.
Step 5 - To fill the NDA 2022 application form, press Click here link.
NDA application page details
Examination code | Examination | Year | Notice Number |
Notice date | Closing date | Registration Part 1 link | Registration Part 2 link |
Step 6 - Click on the NDA exam 2022 part 1 registration link, read the instructions on how to fill the online NDA application form 2022 and press the “Yes” button.
Step 7 - Fill the details asked in Part 1 Registration form. And press the “Continue” button.
NDA exam form part 1
Candidate name | Date of birth | Gender | Fathers name |
Mothers name | Marital Status | Persons with Benchmark Disability | Community |
Minority status | Fee Remission Allowed | Educational qualifications | Degree Subject in Graduation |
Address | - | - | - |
Step 8 - Now fill the NDA service preference order by numbering them between 1 to 4. And other details.
Step 9 - Preview the details filled in NDA form part 1. And click on the Submit button. A registration slip will be generated.
Step 10 - Now click on the NDA Part 2 registration link. A new pop up screen will open, enter the NDA 2022 Registration ID, date of birth and captcha and press the submit button.
Step 11 - Pay the NDA application fee either in online or offline mode as per your convenience. After paying the form fee click on the “Continue” button.
NDA 2022 application fee
Category | NDA application fee |
General/ OBC/ EWS | Rs 100 |
SC, ST, Sons of JCOs, NCOs, and ORs | Nil |
Step 12 - Select the NDA 2022 exam centre
Step 13 - Upload the documents and images required to complete the NDA application process
Upload the relevant images and documents as asked by the UPSC in jpg/ jpeg format. And photo identity card in PDF format in the dimension specified by the Commission.
NDA Scanned Images dimensions
Scanned Images/ Documents | File Size and Format | Instructions |
Photograph | 20 to 300 KB in JPG format | Photograph must be recent with white background |
Signature | Signature must not be in capitals and use blue/ black ink | |
Photo Identity Document (PID) | 20 to 300 KB in pdf format | Any one should be uploaded - Voter Card/ Aadhar Card/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Driving License/ School Photo ID/Any other photo ID Card issued by the State/ Central Government |
Step 14 - Before final submission of NDA 2022 application form , use the "Print Preview" option to check the application details. Click on "I have read Declaration and Agree" for the final submission. To edit, click on "I Do not Agree".
NDA Application Form 2022: Withdrawal Process
Visit the official UPSC website - upsc.gov.in
Now click on the What's New section for NDA 2022 application form
Click on the button which states, " Withdrawal of Application: National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination 2022 application form.
Read the withdrawal instructions and click on the "yes" button
Enter the NDA 2022 registration id and press the continue tab
Fill the following information
Gender | Date of birth | Name of the candidate | Mother's name |
Father's name | Email address | Mobile Number |
Choose the NDA form withdrawal option and press Agree button.
When Agree button is pressed, the NDA application form 2022 will be withdrawn.
Note - In case of any query, candidates can contact the UPSC’s Facilitation Counter near gate C of its campus in person or over telephone number 011-23385271/ 011-23381125/ 011-23098543.
Application Fees
| Category | Quota | Mode | Gender | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBC, General | Offline, Online | Male | ₹ 100 |
NDA Paper 1 Syllabus
Mathematics
Algebra |
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| Concept of set, operations on sets, Venn diagrams |
| De Morgan laws, Cartesian product, relation, equivalence relation |
| Representation of real numbers on a line |
| Complex numbers-basic properties, modulus, argument, cube roots of unity |
| Binary system of numbers |
| Conversion of a number in decimal system to binary system and vice-versa |
| Arithmetic, geometric, and harmonic progressions |
| Quadratic equations with real coefficients |
| Solution of linear inequations of two variables by graphs |
| Permutation and combination |
| Binomial theorem and its applications |
| Logarithms and their applications |
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 |
Trigonometry |
|---|
| Angles and their measures in degrees and in radians |
| Trigonometrical ratios |
| Trigonometric identities sum and difference formula |
| Multiple and sub-multiple angles |
| Inverse trigonometric functions |
| Applications-height and distance, properties of triangles |
Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions |
|---|
| Rectangular Cartesian coordinate system |
| Distance formula |
| Equation of a line in various forms |
| Angle between two lines |
| Distance of a point from a line |
| Equation of a circle in standard and in general form |
| Standard forms of parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola |
| Eccentricity and axis of a conic |
| Point in a three dimensional space, distance between two points |
| Direction cosines and direction ratios |
| Equation two points |
| Equation of a plane and a line in various forms |
| Angle between two lines and angle between two planes |
| Equation of a sphere |
Differential calculus |
|---|
| Concept of a real valued function-domain, range, and graph of a function |
| Composite functions, one to one, onto, and inverse functions |
| Notion of limit, standard limits-examples |
| Continuity of functions-examples, algebraic operations on continuous functions |
| Derivative of function at a point, geometrical, and physical interpretation of a derivative-applications |
| Derivatives of sum, product, and quotient of functions, derivative of a function with respect to another function, derivative of a composite function |
| Second order derivatives |
| Increasing and decreasing functions |
| Application of derivatives in problems of maxima and minima |
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 a differential equations, solution of first order and first degree differential equations of various types-examples |
| Application in problems of growth and decay |
Vector algebra |
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| Vectors in two and three dimensions, magnitude and direction of a vector |
| Unit and null vectors, 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 |
Statistics and probability |
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| Statistics: Classification of data, frequency distribution, cumulative frequency distribution-examples. Graphical representation-histogram, pie chart, frequency polygon-examples. Measures of central tendency-mean, median, and mode |
| Statistics: Variance and standard deviation-determination and comparison. Correlation and regression |
| 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 |
| Probability: 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 |
| Probability: Examples of random experiments giving rise to binominal distribution |
NDA Paper 2 Syllabus
English
Grammar and usage |
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Vocabulary |
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Comprehension and cohesion |
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General knowledge
Physics |
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| Physical properties and states of matter, mass, weight, volume, density and specific gravity, principle of Archimedes, pressure barometer |
| Motion of objects, velocity, and acceleration, Newton’s laws of motion, force and momentum, parallelogram of forces, stability and equilibrium of bodies, gravitation, elementary ideas of work, power, and energy |
| Effects of heat, measurement of temperature, and heat, change of state and latent heat, modes of transference of heat |
| Sound waves and their properties, simple musical instruments |
| Rectilinear propagation of light, reflection, and refraction |
| Spherical mirrors and lenses, human eye |
| Natural and artificial magnets, properties of a magnet, earth as a magnet |
| Static and current electricity, conductors and non-conductors, Ohm's law, simple electrical circuits, heating, lighting and magnetic effects of current, measurement of electrical power, primary and secondary cells, use of X-rays |
| General principles in the working of the following: Simple pendulum, simple pulleys, siphon, levers, balloon, pumps, hydrometer, pressure cooker, thermos flask, gramophone, telegraphs, telephone, periscope, telescope, microscope, mariner’s compass |
| General principles in the working of the following: Lightening conductors, safety fuses |
Chemistry |
|---|
| Physical and chemical changes |
| Elements, mixtures, and compounds, symbols, formulae, and simple chemical equations, law of chemical combination (excluding problems) |
| Properties of air and water |
| Preparation and properties of hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide, oxidation and reduction |
| Acids, bases, and salts |
| Carbon-different forms |
| Fertilizers-natural and artificial |
| Material used in the preparation of substances like soap, glass, ink, paper, cement, paints, safety matches and gun-powder |
| Elementary ideas about the structure of atom, atomic equivalent, and molecular weights, valency |
General science |
|---|
| Difference between the living and non-living |
| Basis of life-cells, protoplasm's, and tissues |
| Growth and reproduction in plants, and animals |
| Elementary knowledge of human body and its important organs |
| Common epidemics, their causes, and prevention |
| Food-source of energy for man |
| Constituents of food, balanced diet |
| The solar system-meteors and comets, eclipses |
| Achievements of eminent scientists |
History, freedom movements |
|---|
| A broad survey of Indian history, with emphasis on culture and civilisation |
| Freedom movement in India |
| Elementary study of Indian constitution and administration |
| Elementary knowledge of five year plans of India |
| Panchayati Raj, cooperatives, and community development |
| Bhoodan, sarvodaya, national integration and welfare state, basic teachings of Mahatma Gandhi |
| Forces shaping the modern world; renaissance, exploration, and discovery; war of American independence |
| French revolution, industrial revolution, and Russian revolution |
| Impact of science and technology on society |
| Concept of one world, united nations, panchsheel, democracy, socialism and communism |
| Role of India in the present world |
Geography |
|---|
| The earth, its shape, and size |
| Latitudes and longitudes, concept of time |
| International date line |
| Movements of earth and their effects |
| Origin of earth |
| Rocks and their classification; weathering-mechanical and chemical, earthquakes and volcanoes |
| Ocean currents and tides atmosphere, and its composition; temperature and atmospheric pressure, planetary winds, cyclones, and anti-cyclones; humidity; condensation and precipitation; types of climate, major natural regions of the world |
| Regional geography of India-climate, natural vegetation |
| Mineral and power resources; location and distribution of agricultural, and industrial activities |
| Important sea ports and main sea, land and air routes of India |
| Main items of imports and exports of India |
Current events |
|---|
| Knowledge of important events that have happened in India in recent years |
| Current important world events |
| Prominent personalities-both Indian and international including those connected with cultural activities, and sports |
Preparation is the key to success for any competitive exam. Thus, one must plan and strategies their preparation to crack NDA 2 2022 exam. The foremost thing that candidates are concerned about during the NDA exam 2022 preparation is what to study, what study material to refer, etc. Before proceeding with the NDA preparation tips 2022, applicants must get acquainted with the NDA 2 2022 exam syllabus and the exam pattern. Some tips and tricks that candidates can follow to prepare for the NDA 2 exam 2022 are as follows.
1. Know the exam pattern and syllabus - Candidates must know exactly what they need to study and what will be the pattern. This will help candidates know the number of papers they have to appear for, marking scheme etc.
2. A study from the best books - They must choose NDA books which cover all the NDA 2022 syllabus of the exam.
3. Prepare and maintain a study schedule - By preparing and maintaining a study plan, applicants will be able to pay an equal time and attention to both the papers, their topics and sub-topics, provided they have allotted sufficient time slot for studying each topic.
4. Solve previous years question papers and mock tests - Candidates can refer to the previous years question papers of NDA to boost their confidence and enhance their problem-solving skills. Along with studying for the exam and solving the previous year's question papers, candidates must also take mock test regularly to experience the exam like environment where there will be a time constrains.
The NDA 2022 exam pattern contains the stages of NDA exam, different sections, mode of exam, duration of exam, marking scheme, etc. Applicants must go through the exam pattern of NDA 2022 before they start off with their NDA preparations. As per NDA exam pattern, the test is conducted in the offline mode. The test has two papers - paper I (Mathematics) and paper II [General Ability Test (GAT)]. The time allotted for each paper is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
In Mathematics, there will be a total of 120 questions while in GAT, there will be a total of 150 questions. The written exam of NDA (Maths and GAT) will be conducted for a total of 900 marks. Candidates qualifying in the written exam will have to appear for the SSB interview round. The SSB Interview will be conducted for a total of 900 marks and will be conducted in a five days process.
NDA 2022 exam pattern
Particulars | NDA Written exam | SSB Interview |
Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper) | Offline (Group activities and Face to face interview |
Sections |
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Duration | 5 hours (2 hours 30 minutes for each section) | 5 days |
Total marks | 900 marks | 900 marks |
Total questions | Maths - 120 questions GAT - 150 questions | - |
UPSC will release the NDA 2 admit card 2022 in online mode on May 18 on its official website. Candidates will be able to download the NDA 2022 admit card by using either their NDA exam registration number or roll number and date of birth.
The NDA admit card contains important details like candidate’s name, the address of allotted exam centre, date, time of the exam, roll number, category, photograph, signature etc. Applicants must carry the NDA 2022 hall ticket to exam centres on the day of the exam along with a valid original photo ID proof like Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport.
How to download NDA2 admit card 2022?
To download the admit card of NDA 2022, candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:
1st Step: Visit the official website of UPSC.
2nd Step: Click on ‘e-admit cards section.
3rd Step: Select the e-admit card link for NDA 2 2022 admit card.
4th Step: Read the instructions carefully and tick on the yes checkbox.
5th Step: Enter registration number (RID)/roll number of NDA, date of birth, and captcha code.
6th Step : Click on download.
7th Step: The screen will then display your admit card of NDA.
Details mentioned on NDA 2022 admit card
The table below contains the details printed on the hall ticket.
NDA admit card details
| Candidates details | Exam details |
Name of candidate | Reporting time |
Date of birth | Examination time |
Roll number | Exam centre and city |
Photograph and signature | Centre code |
Exam date | Photo ID as entered in the application form of NDA |
What to do incase of discrepancy in the NDA admit card 2022?
Candidates must ensure that all the details mentioned on the UPSC admit card are correct. In case of discrepancy in the NDA 2022 admit card, applicants must contact the examination authorities and get it rectified. To contact the authorities, candidates can send an email at usna-upsc@nic.in and a copy of their NDA admit card along with application form or can even go in person to the facilitation centre or call up at 011-23385271/ 23381125/ 23098543 (on working days between 10 am to 5 pm).
Documents to carry with NDA admit card
Along with the admit card of NDA 2022 , they must carry the following items to the exam centre on the exam day:
- 2 passport size photographs (if required)
Anyone photo id- proof like Driving License, Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID Card
NOTE: It must be noted by candidates that they will not be allowed to take the NDA 2022 test without the admit card of NDA exam.
NDA 2022 Exam Centers
| State | City |
|---|---|
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Uttar Pradesh | Allahabad |
| Bareilly | |
| Lucknow | |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| Madurai | |
| Odisha | Cuttack |
| Sambalpur | |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
| Delhi | New Delhi |
| Sikkim | Gangtok |
| Telangana | Hyderabad |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur |
| Udaipur | |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu |
| Srinagar | |
| Assam | Jorhat |
| Kerala | Kochi |
| Thiruvananthapuram | |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai |
| Nagpur | |
| Goa | Panaji |
| Bihar | Patna |
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | Port Blair |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur |
| Jharkhand | Ranchi |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla |
| Andhra Pradesh | Tirupati |
| Visakhapatnam | |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar |
Documents Required at Exam
- Admit card
- Aadhar card
- Driving license
- Passport
- Voter ID card
UPSC will release the official NDA answer key 2022 after the NDA recruitment process is over. The NDA 2022 answer key contains the correct answers for all sets of NDA 2022 question paper sets (A, B, C, D) of GAT and Mathematics . However, the unofficial answer key of NDA 2022 is released by the leading coaching institutes a few hours after the conclusion of the NDA 2022 examination.
By going through the NDA answer key, applicants can know the number of correct and incorrect answers given and thus calculate their expected scores.
Also read:
NDA Maths Answer Key | NDA GAT Answer Key |
NDA Answer Key Cavalier | NDA Answer Key Baalnoi |
NDA Answer Key Aim and Achieve | NDA Answer Key Set A, B, C, D |
How to download the NDA answer key 2022?
1. Visit the official website- upsc.gov.in
2. Check the Examination tab mentioned on the page and click on the Answer key
3. GAT and Mathematics subject pdf file is available to download
4. Click on both subject separately to download the answer key of NDA 2022
5. Save the NDA answer key file for future use.
NDA 2 Exam Analysis 2022 will be updated here for both the maths and GAT papers after the conclusion of the exam. Exam analysis of NDA includes section wise difficulty of the exam and mathematics and GAT paper and over all difficulty level of the NDA 2022 exam. Along with this the expected NDA 2022 cut off of the NDA exam.
NDA 1 exam analysis 2022
ubject | Good attempt | Difficulty level |
Elementary Mathematics | 55-68 | Moderate |
General Ability Test | 105-115 | Moderate |
Union Public Service Commission will declare the NDA 2 result 2022 online on the official website. The UPSC will release the NDA 2 result 2022 in PDF format. The NDA 2022 exam result PDF contains the roll numbers and names of all qualified candidates. All those who clear the NDA written exam cutoff will have to appear for the NDA SSB Interview for Intelligence and Personality Test.
After conducting the SSB Interview, the examination authority will prepare the final NDA 2022 merit list. The NDA final merit list is prepared on the basis of marks secured by candidates in the written exam and SSB Interview. Final admission to the NDA and NA academy will be offered to candidates based on their rank in the NDA 2022 merit list.
Stages of NDA Result 2022
The NDA exam result 2022 is declared in two stages. To know more about the stages of the NDA result check the points below.
- NDA written exam result 2022 - The NDA written exam has two papers - GAT and mathematics. Both the papers together are of 900 marks. Applicants clearing the NDA result 2022 cutoff marks in the written exam will be called for the SSB interview.
- Final NDA result 2022 - The final NDA exam result is declared after the completion of the SSB interview. The final selection of candidates for admission to NDA and NA is based on the NDA written exam and SSB interview.
Steps to check NDA 2 result 2022
Step 1 - Visit the official website - upsc.gov.in.
Step 2 - Click on the What's New link.
Step 3 - Search for the NDA result 2022 link and click on it.
Step 4 - The NDA exam result PDF will be displayed.
Step 5 - The NDA 2022 result contains the roll numbers and names of qualified candidates.
Step 6 - Using CTRL+F search for your roll number of name in the NDA 2022 result merit list.
Step 7 - Download the NDA exam result 2022 for future reference
NDA 2002 Scorecard
Union Public Service Commission releases the scorecard of NDA result 2022 after the completion of the NDA selection process. The scorecard is issued within 15 days from the date of the declaration of the final NDA result. The authorities will release the NDA scorecard which will be available on the UPSC website for 30 days. The scorecard of NDA 2022 exam contains details like candidate’s name, roll number, sectional and overall scores.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) releases the NDA cutoff 2022 marks for written exam and final stage together after the NDA recruitment process is over. Applicants should note that the Commission releases the official NDA 2022 cut off after the declaration of the final NDA exam result.
The cutoff is the minimum qualifying marks that the candidate needs to clear a particular stage of the selection process. Candidates have to clear the overall as well as the sectional cutoff to be eligible for the next stage of the NDA 2022 exam which will be fixed by UPSC.
Factors determining NDA Cutoff 2022
- Total number of vacancies
- Number of candidates who appeared for the exam
- The difficulty level of the exam
How check the NDA Cutoff 2022?
- Visit the UPSC official website - upsc.gov.in
- Search for the NDA cutoff 2022 link and click on it
- The NDA 2022 cutoff PDF file will be displayed on the screen.
- Check the NDA category wise cutoff
- Download and save the NDA exam 2022 cutoff pdf for future reference.
Previous Year NDA Cutoff marks
| Stage | NDA Written exam (out of 900) | NDA Final Cutoff (Out of 1800) |
| NDA 2 2020 Cut off | 355 | 719 |
| NDA 1 2020 Cut off | 355 | 723 |
| NDA 2 2020 Cut off | 346 | 709 |
| NDA 1 2020 Cut off | 342 | 704 |
The NDA selection process 2022 has two stages - written exam and SSB interview process. On the basis of the marks secured in the NDA 2022 written exam, candidates will be called for the next stage of the NDA exam 2022 selection process takes place that is SSB interview process.
Stages of the NDA Selection Process 2022
NDA written exam - First stage of the NDA selection process is the written exam. NDA 2022 written exam comprises two papers - Mathematics and GAT. The total marks allotted to NDA written exam is 900. Candidates have to qualify both the papers separately. According to the NDA exam pattern 2022, there is negative marking in both papers. Those who score marks equal to or more than the NDA 2022 cut off marks are called for the SSB interview.
SSB Interview - Those who clear the NDA written exam 2022 are called for the SSB interview at various selection centres. NDA SSB Interview is a five-day process held at Indian Armed Force selection centres.
NDA SSB selection process
| Stages | Tests |
| Screening | Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PPDT) |
| Psychological Tests | Thematic Apperception Test |
| Group Testing Officers Task (GTO) | Group Discussion |
| Personal Interview | Personal Interview with Officers |
| Conference | It comprises interaction with all board members including GTO, psychologist, board president and others |
Medical examination - Recommended candidates from SSB interview are called for medical examination. In the NDA medical exam, candidates will be tested on various factors like height, weight, physical fitness and others. Candidates declared physically fit in all respects will be Commissioned as Cadets in different academies.
Documents Required at Counselling
- Matriculation certificate or equivalent in support of date of birth
- 10+2 pass certificate or equivalent
- Call letter
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question:What is the NDA exam?
Answer:
NDA is an exam conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) twice a year. This exam is conducted to recruit (10+2 qualified) candidates for officer posts in NDA/NA.
Question:What is the fullform of NDA?
Answer:
NDA stands for National Defence Academy.
Question:How many stages are there in NDA exam?
Answer:
There are two stages in the NDA exam, one is the written test while the other is the SSB (Services Selection Board)
Question:What is the eligibility criteria of NDA?
Answer:
The age limit for candidates who are applying for NDA must be 16.5-19.5 years while the academic qualification must be 10+2 qualified/appearing. However, candidates will have to showcase their qualified result if they get selected for NDA.
Question:What are the subjects in the NDA exam?
Answer:
There are two subjects in the NDA exam - General Ability Test (GAT) and Mathematics.
Question:What is the difference between CDS and NDA?
Answer:
Both the exam is for officer level however there are some differences between the two. The eligibility criteria for CDS is different than NDA, in CDS graduates can apply. The salary is NDA is a bit higher than that of a CDS and the syllabus, exam pattern and difficulty level of CDS is that of Graduation level while the NDA is on 10+2 level.
Question:What is the syllabus of NDA?
Answer:
NDA has a vast syllabus, for more information click here NDA Syllabus.
Question:Who can apply for NDA?
Answer:
Male candidates who are between 16.5-19.5 years can apply for NDA. These candidates must also have cleared their 10+2.
Question:Can girls apply for NDA?
Answer:
Yes, girls can apply for NDA exam form NDA 2 2022 onwards.
Question:What is the NDA salary?
Answer:
Candidates who will complete the NDA training will get commissioned as Lieutenant and will get a salary from INR 56,100/- to INR 1,77, 500/- Per Month. During the training period, they will get a stipend of Rs. 15600. Know more about the NDA salary here.
Question:Is the NDA exam tough?
Answer:
Yes, it is a bit tough as the vacancies range between 350-450 and the competition is quite high. However, if candidates prepare for NDA in a strategise way they can qualify it.
Question:What happens after candidates are shortlisted for NDA?
Answer:
After candidates qualify the NDA exam, they get into academics to complete their graduation along with the training. Post completing their training, they are recruited as Lieutenant post.
Question:How to prepare for NDA?
Answer:
To prepare for NDA candidates need to cover the complete syllabus, refer to the previous year question papers of NDA and solve them on a regular basis, they must also read daily current affairs through newspapers, magazines and get daily does of general awareness.
Question:How to join NDA after passing 12th?
Answer:
You will first have to fill the UPSC NDA application form which is released on the UPSC official website twice every year. Refer to this article for detailed inputs - How to join NDA after passing 12th?
Questions related to NDA
In NDA we can do computer engineering
Hello Aspirant,
Hope you are doing great. Only a full-time, residential undergraduate programme is available at the NDA. After three years of study, cadets get a Baccalaureate degree. Cadets can choose between two academic tracks. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science are all available under the Science stream.
Whatever degree you choose, you will be trained as army cadets and receive the same wages, with certain allowance variations according on your cadet/place of assignment.
The courses includes:
- B.Tech (preferably ECE)
- BA
- B.SC Chemistry
- B.SC Computer Science
- B.Tech degree is given to Air force and Naval cadets.
ALL THE BEST
Answer latermy sister dob is 07-12-2003 should she can apply for NDA 2 2022 exam ?
Hello Priyanka,
As per her DoB she will be of 19 years old by December 2022 but her DoB does not lie in the period of January 2, 2004 to January 1, 2007 so according to her DoB she is not eligible for NDA 2 2022, so she cannot appear for NDA 2 2022.
For your reference the complete eligibility criteria for NDA 2022 is mentioned below :-
>>> Either you should be an Indian National or a subject of Nepal or a subject of Bhutan or people of Indian origin migrated from Zaire, Ethiopia, East African Countries of Kenya, the United Republic of Tanzania, Malawi, Uganda, Burma, Pakistan, Zambia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam to settle in India or Tibetan refugees came to India, to settle in India before January 1, 1962
>>> For NDA 2 2022 the age should be 16.5-19.5 years old and should have born in between January 2, 2004 to January 1, 2007.
>>> Indian Army - Should have passed 12th standard from valid State Education Board or a University.
>>> Indian Air Force and Naval - Should have passed 12th standard with Physics and Mathematics from valid State Education Board or a University.
>>> The candidate should be unmarried.
For detailed eligibility criteria kindly check out the link given below :-
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/nda-eligibility-criteria
I hope this information helps you.
Good Luck!!
My age is 11 sept 2006. Now I am in 12th. when will i apply in nda examination
Hi there,
NDA stands for National defense academy is a highly prestigious and very respectful in India.
See, in this query you have not mentioned about the year in which you will be passing class 12th . As per your query it seems like you will pass in the year 2023 if you just came to class 12th.
See, you will be eligible for NDA 1 2023, NDA 2 2023, NDA1 2024, NDA 2 2024 and NDA 12025.
Eligibity criteria for NDA:
- A candidate must have passed class 12th with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized board of india.
- The candidates age must be in the range of 16.5 years to 19.5 years maximum.
I hope this information will help you.
Thank you!!!
my age is 18 june 2005 and i will complete my 12th in 2024 . how many attepts i have to clear Nda exam?
Hello Aspirant, As per your DoB you will be of 19 years old by June 2024 but your DoB does not lies in the period of July 2, 2005 to July 1, 2008 so according to your age you will not be eligible either for NDA 1 or for NDA 2, so if you are going to pass class 12th in 2024 then you will not be eligible for any of the attempts of NDA and for your reference the complete eligibility criteria for NDA is mentioned below :- >>> Either you should be an Indian National or a subject of Nepal or a subject of Bhutan or people of Indian origin migrated from Zaire, Ethiopia, East African Countries of Kenya, the United Republic of Tanzania, Malawi, Uganda, Burma, Pakistan, Zambia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam to settle in India or Tibetan refugees came to India, to settle in India before January 1, 1962 >>> For NDA 1 2024 the age should be 15.5-18.5 years old and should have born in between July 2, 2004 to July 1, 2007. >>> For NDA 2 2024 the age should be 16.5-19.5 years old and should have born in between January 2, 2006 to January 1, 2009.
>>> Indian Army - Should have passed 12th standard from valid State Education Board or a University. >>> Indian Air Force and Naval - Should have passed 12th standard with Physics and Mathematics from valid State Education Board or a University. >>> The candidate should be unmarried. You can check out the current official notification from the link given below :- https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Notif-NDANA-I-2022-engl-221221.pdf For detailed eligibility criteria kindly check out the link given below :- https://competition.careers360.com/articles/nda-eligibility-criteria I hope this information helps you. Good Luck!!
IS THERE IS A DIFFERENCE B/W NDA AND JEE SYLLABUS. I M JST GETTING INTERESTED IN JEE STREAM SO SHOULD I COVER CLASS 11TH + JEE MAINS + NDA SYLLABUS TOGETHERLY
Hello aspirant,
There's a much difference between JEE and NDA. JEE is related to engineering whereas NDA is related to defence. Coming to the difference between the pattern of the exam, JEE comprises of three sections physics, chemistry & mathematics each of 90 marks each total comprising of 360. Whereas in NDA there are two papers, paper 1 comprises of mathematics, paper 1 is of total 300 marks. Paper 2 consists of general ability which is of total 600 marks. Paper 2 comprises of English, general knowledge, basic science & about Indian politics. In both the papers class 11th and 12th syllabus are included, so you have to study both the syllabus for classes 11 & 12 to clear any exam.
Noe talking about the difficulty level of both the entrance exams: NDA selection ratio is approx 0.15% and JEE(mains+ advanced) selection ratio is nearly 2.5%. The question level in NDA exam is almost similar to board or little bit higher but the questions of JEE Mains is bit tougher than NDA or board exam .
Furthermore, if you want to download the jee mains and NDA syllabus then you can follow the below mentioned link to download and know them in detail : https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://learn.careers360.com/jee-main-syllabus/&ved=2ahUKEwiy2qj23-P3AhUIXWwGHfXPDncQFnoECAoQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2BXTzrfYHm-iRvTYmR1y0Z
Nda syllabus link:
I hope that this will help.
