The NDA written exam has two papers — Mathematics, and a General Ability Test (GAT) covering English plus General Knowledge across Physics, Chemistry, Geography, History and Current Events.
Practise the full syllabus — free NDA mock →| Section | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — Mathematics (120 Q) | 120 | 150 min |
| Paper 2 — General Ability Test (150 Q) | 150 | 150 min |
| Total | 270 | 300 min |
Marking: 2.5 marks per correct answer, -0.83 per wrong answer (negative marking). Scale: 0–900.
The NDA exam is only half the battle — the written test (Mathematics + General Ability) is followed by the five-day SSB interview, which carries equal weight. A strong written score with a weak SSB still means no selection.
The NDA syllabus covers Mathematics, GAT — English, GAT — General Knowledge. The NDA written exam has two papers — Mathematics, and a General Ability Test (GAT) covering English plus General Knowledge across Physics, Chemistry, Geography, History and Current Events.
National Defence Academy Exam (UPSC) has 270 questions across 2 sections in 300 minutes, with negative marking of -0.83 per wrong answer.
NDA is organised into 2 sections: Paper 1 — Mathematics (120 Q), Paper 2 — General Ability Test (150 Q).
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