Union Public Service Commission UPSC has released the National Defence Academy NDA (Male / Female), Naval Academy NA Only for Male, NDA & NA First Examination. Those Candidate Are Interested to UPSC NDA & NA Exam Can Apply Online, Read the notification for recruitment eligibility, post information, selection procedure, age limit, pay scale and all other information.
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How to Prepare for NDA exam without any Coaching
The candidates are required to follow these tips and tricks if they want to ace the exam through self-study. These tips have been given by our team of experts and will ensure your success in the exam.
- Go through the detailed NDA Exam syllabus first.
- Check the NDA exam pattern, topic-wise weightage and marking scheme for the exam.
- Refer to the list of study materials and match the content of the books with the prescribed syllabus.
- Prepare a study plan.
- Follow the above-mentioned study strategy of learning, revising and reviewing to prepare every topic well.
- Prepare comprehensive notes and create a formula handbook. These will come in handy at the time of final revision.
- Solve mock exams, practice sets and previous year papers.
- Make a list of all the portions where you are losing marks while solving the papers.
| National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (II) 2023- Important Details | |
| Exam Conducting Organization Name | Union Public Services Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | NDA & NA (II) 2023 |
| Starting of Online Application | 17.05.2023 |
| Last date to apply online | 06.06.2023 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Examination Date | 03.09.2023 |
| UPSC Official Website | |
| UPSC NDA 2 Exam Notification 2023 | |
| UPSC NDA 2 Apply link 2023 | |
UPSC NDA I Notification 2024: Age Limit as on Details
As per the NDA eligibility criteria, the age limit for NDA exam for male and female candidates remains the same. The minimum age limit for NDA 1 exam 2024 is 16.5 years while the maximum age limit of the candidate must be 19.5 years.
Physical Standards:
Physical Standards for Army & Air Force
Male
The minimum acceptable height is 157cms (162.5 cms. for the Air Force), however, certain exceptions are allowed to candidates based on the region they belong to.
For region-wise height exemption, refer to the official notification.
Female
The minimum height required for entry into the Armed Forces for female Candidates is 152 cm. The minimum height requirement for the Flying Branch is 163 cm.
Physical Standards for Navy
Aspirants who wish to join Navy are required to fulfil the following requirements –
- Sitting Height: The minimum of 81.50 cms and maximum is 96cms.
- Leg Length: The minimum of 99cms and maximum of 120cms
- Thigh Length: Maximum of 64 cms
What is the qualification for NDA?
Candidate must be appearing/cleared his class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics. Note: Those who are appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination can also apply for the exam. The candidates who are appearing in the Class 11 exam are not eligible to apply for the NDA examination
Application Fees:
Candidates from the general and OBC categories must pay a fee of Rs. 100/-. Women, SC, and ST candidates are exempt from paying the application fee.
Note:- Candidates can pay the application fee by remitting the money in any Branch of the State Bank of India by cash, by using Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment, or by using Internet banking of any Bank.
NDA 2 EXAM 2023 SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process comprises the following four stages:
1. Written Test
2. SSB Interview
3. Medical Examination
4. Merit List
Note: Two-stage selection procedure based on Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test has been introduced at Selection Centres/Air Force Selection Boards/Naval Selection Boards. All the candidates will be put to stage-one test on first day of reporting at Selection Centres/Air Force Selection Boards/Naval Selection Boards. Only those candidates who qualify at stage one will be admitted to the second stage/remaining tests. Those candidates who qualify stage II will be required to submit the Original Certificates along with one photocopy each of : (i) Original Matriculation pass certificate or equivalent in support of date of birth, (ii) Original 10+2 pass certificate or equivalent in support of educational qualification.
NDA 2 EXAM 2023 EXAM PATTERN
The following are the subjects of the written examination, the time allotted for each subject, and the maximum marks allotted to each subject:
| Subject | Code | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Mathematics | 01 | 300 | 2½ hours |
| General Ability Test | 02 | 600 | 2½ hours |
| TOTAL | 900 | – | |
| SSB Test/ Interview | 900 | – | |
NOTE:
- The papers in all subjects will only contain objective-type questions.
- The Mathematics question papers (Test Booklets) and Part B’ of the General Ability Test will be set bilingually in Hindi and English.
- The Commission has the authority to set qualifying marks in any or all of the examination subjects.
- There will be a negative marking for the wrong answer.
NDA EXAM SYLLABUS
MATHEMATICS:
Algebra, Matrice and Determinants, Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry of two and three dimensions, Differential Calculus, Integra; Calculus and Differntial Equations, Vector Algebra, Statistics and Probability
GENERAL ABILITY TEST:
Part ‘A’—ENGLISH
| Part ‘A’—ENGLISH | Grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended text | |
| Section ‘A’ (Physics) | 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 Nonconductors, 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; Lightening Conductors, Safety Fuses. |
| Section ‘B’ (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 Carbondioxide, 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. |
Part ‘B’—GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
| Section ‘C’ (General Science) | Difference between the living and non-living. Basis of Life—Cells, Protoplasms 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. |
| Section ‘D’ (History, Freedom Movement etc.) | 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, Co-operatives 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. |
| Section ‘E’ (Geography) | The Earth, its shape and size. Lattitudes 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. |
| Section ‘F’ (Current Events) | Knowledge of Important events that have happened in India in the recent years. Current important world events.Prominent personalities—both Indian and International including those connected with cultural activities and sports. |
Note: Questions on Sections ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’, ‘E’, and ‘F’ will carry approximately 25%, 15%, 10%, 20%, 20%, and 10% weightages, respectively, out of the maximum marks assigned to Part ‘B’ of this paper.
NDA 2 2023 SALARY STRUCTURE
| Rank-Wise NDA Salary | |
| NDA Posts or Ranks | Salary of NDA Officer (Per Month) |
| Stipend during the training of the candidates in IMA | Rs. 56,100/ |
| Lieutenant | Rs. 56,100/- to Rs. 1,77, 500/- |
| Captain | Rs. 61,300/- to 01,93,900/- |
| Major | Rs. 69,400/- to 02,07,200/- |
| Lieutenant Colonel | Rs. 01,21,200/- to 02,12,400/- |
| Colonel | Rs. 01,30,600/- to 02,15,900/- |
| Brigadier | Rs. 01,39,600/- to 02,17,600/- |
| Major General | Rs. 01,44,200/- to 02,18,200/- |
| Lt. General HAG Scale | Rs. 01,82,200/- to 02,24,100/- |
| HAG+ Scale | Rs. 02,05,400/- To 02,24,400/- |
| VCOAS/ Army Cdr/ Lt Gen (NFSG) | Rs. 02,25,000/- Fixed |
| COAS | Rs. 02,50,000/- Fixed |
LEAVE
Leave will be admissible in accordance with the rules in force from time to time.
NDA PROMOTION OPPORTUNITIES
| Minimum Promotion Service Required | Indian Army | Indian Navy | Indian Air Force |
| On being Commissioned | Lieutenant | Sub Lieutenant | Flying Officer |
| After 2 years of service | Captain | Lieutenant | Flight Lieutenant |
| After 6 years of service | Major | Lt Commander | Squadron Leader |
| 13 years of service | Lieutenant Colonel | Commander | Wing Commander |
| On Selection | Colonel(Selection) | Captain (Selection) | Group Captain (Selection) |
| 26 years of service | Colonel (Time Scale) | Captain (Time Scale) | Group Captain (Time Scale) |
| On Selection | Brigadier | Commodore | Air Commodore |
| On Selection | Major General | Rear Admiral | Air Vice Marshal |
| On Selection | Lieutenant General | Vice Admiral | Air Marshal |
| On Selection | General | Admiral | Air Chief Marshal |
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
Pension, gratuity and casualty pensionary award will be admissible in accordance with the rules in force from time to time.
Free PYPs for NDA
It is important for candidates to solve the previous year’s papers along with mock tests of NDA. These will help them in understanding the general pattern of the exam. A thorough analysis of the question papers will also help the students know the weightage of each topic over the years. All the NDA Previous Year Papers Free PDFs have been made available for the students so that they can download and solve these.
NDA Mock Test
NDA Mock Tests have been designed as per the syllabus given by UPSC. The candidates are advised to solve the questions which are a part of the NDA Mock Test. The NDA Test series is the best source for candidates preparing for NDA without coaching. They can get a precise analysis of their performance. It is important that the students are aware of their strong and weak portions before they go for the final exam. Solving the NDA Mock Test will help the students in practising all the topics well. It will make sure that the students have solved all the questions from each topic of the syllabus.
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