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National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination
UPSC NDA — two papers: Mathematics (300 marks, 2.5 hrs) and General Ability Test (English + GK, 600 marks, 2.5 hrs) for entry to NDA Khadakwasla.
Updated 23 Aug 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Final selection cutoff combines written (900) + SSB (900) = 1800 max. Above are official UPSC cutoffs.
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General — NDA I | 351 (out of 900) · 720 with SSB |
| 2024 | General — NDA II | 355 · 711 with SSB |
| 2023 | General — NDA I | 360 · 719 with SSB |
| 2023 | General — NDA II | 355 · 709 with SSB |
| 2022 | General — NDA I | 360 · 728 with SSB |
| 2022 | General — NDA II | 355 · 696 with SSB |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Topic-by-topic weightage averaged across 2022-2024 papers. Use this to decide where to invest study hours, not where to skim. Source ↗ · verified 2026-05.
225/900 marks avg
Algebra + Matrices + Complex Numbers
Calculus + Differential Equations
Trigonometry + Vectors + 3D Geometry
Probability + Statistics
600/900 marks avg
English (200 marks)
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
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Mathematics
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312 QsGeneral Ability Test — General Knowledge
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Top 500 — Merit list leaders
92–100% · Rank 1 – 500
UPSC declared the NDA 1 2026 written exam result on May 8, 2026. Qualified candidates have been shortlisted for SSB Interview. The written exam was held on April 12, 2026.
UPSC released the provisional NDA 1 2026 answer key on April 16, 2026 for both Mathematics and GAT papers. The objection window was open from April 18-22, 2026.
UPSC extended the NDA 2 application form deadline from June 9 to June 11, 2026. Candidates could apply online at upsconline.nic.in before 6 PM on the extended date.
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Algebra
Sets, relations, real and complex numbers, sequences and series, equations.
Matrices and Determinants
Operations on matrices and determinant theory up to Class XII.
Trigonometry
Angles, ratios, identities, inverse functions and applications.
Analytical Geometry of Two and Three Dimensions
Coordinate geometry in 2D and 3D — lines, conics, planes, spheres.
Differential Calculus
Functions, limits, continuity, derivatives and their applications.
Physics
Chemistry
General Science (Biology + Misc)
History + Freedom Struggle
Geography
Current Events + Polity
All-India top 1500
85–92% · Rank 500 – 1,500
Top merit range
75–85% · Rank 1,500 – 4,000
Strong SSB call likelihood
65–75% · Rank 4,000 – 8,000
SSB interview probable
50–65% · Rank 8,000 – 15,000
Marginal qualification zone
35–50% · Rank 15,000 – 25,000
Below qualifying threshold
0–35% · Rank 25,000+
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
UPSC released the NDA 2 2026 notification on May 20, 2026 for the 158th NDA Course and 120th Indian Naval Academy Course. A total of 394 vacancies are available across Army, Navy, and Air Force wings. The written exam is scheduled for September 13, 2026.
NDA 1 2026 notification released
passedWed, 10 Dec, 2025
Notification for 157th NDA Course released
NDA 1 2026 application window
passedTue, 30 Dec, 2025
Application window: Dec 10-30, 2025
NDA 1 2026 admit card released
passedWed, 1 Apr, 2026
🇮🇳NDA 1 2026 written exam
passedSun, 12 Apr, 2026
Two papers: Mathematics (10AM-12:30PM) and GAT (2PM-4:30PM)
NDA 1 2026 answer key released
passedThu, 16 Apr, 2026
Objection window: April 18-22, 2026
NDA 1 2026 written exam result
passedFri, 8 May, 2026
Merit list released; qualified candidates move to SSB Interview
NDA 2 2026 notification released
passedWed, 20 May, 2026
394 vacancies for 158th NDA Course and 120th INAC
NDA 2 2026 application deadline (extended)
passedThu, 11 Jun, 2026
Original deadline was June 9, extended to June 11 (6 PM)
NDA 2 2026 admit card (expected)
6 days awayTue, 1 Sept, 2026
Usually released 10-14 days before exam; expected in early September
🇮🇳NDA 2 2026 written exam
18 days awaySun, 13 Sept, 2026
Two papers: Mathematics (10AM-12:30PM) and GAT (2PM-4:30PM)
Grammar and Usage
Rules of grammar and correct usage at intermediate level.
Vocabulary
Word meanings, synonyms, antonyms and word usage.
Comprehension
Reading comprehension passages with main idea and inference questions.
Cohesion in Extended Text
Sentence linkage and paragraph cohesion.
Spotting Errors
Identify the part of a sentence containing a grammatical error.
Sentence Improvement
Choose the best alternative for an underlined phrase.
Fill in the Blanks
Sentence completion using appropriate words.
Synonyms
Closest in meaning to the underlined word.
Antonyms
Opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
Idioms and Phrases
Meaning of common English idioms and phrasal verbs.
Cloze Test
Fill multiple blanks within a passage.
Sentence Arrangement / Para Jumbles
Re-order sentences to form a coherent paragraph.
Spelling Check
Identify the correctly or incorrectly spelt word.
One-Word Substitution
Replace a phrase with a single word.
Physics (~25%)
Mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism and applications.
Chemistry (~15%)
Atomic structure, common substances and chemical principles.
General Science (~10%)
Biology, human body, food and health.
History, Freedom Movement (~20%)
Indian history with focus on freedom struggle and modern world history.
Geography (~20%)
Physical, Indian and world geography.
Current Events (~10%)
Important national and international events of the recent past.
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