Preparing for the National Defence Academy (NDA) exam after completing the 10th standard requires a solid understanding of subjects like Mathematics, General Ability, English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
NDA is conducted by UPSC and is surely one of the toughest exams in the country and it takes a lot more than just academics and intelligence to clear such exam.UPSC releases around 350–450 vacancies every year in two terms NDA 1 and NDA 2
650000/400 = 1625 , so for each seat literally you are fighting with 1600 to 1700 other candidates
First comes the Exam, *Written* Consists of English , General Knowledge and another paper of mathematics which consists of 11th and 12th standard level. (2 papers)
Cut off is around 350/900 , it’s safe if you score more than 500 to be on the merit list.
Be thorough with your Subject clarity and preparation and keep solving mocks.Here are some of the recommended streams to focus on for the NDA exam:
(1)Science Stream:
This stream includes subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. A strong foundation in these subjects is crucial for the NDA exam, especially for the Mathematics and Science sections.Tips for students of science stream: Focus on building a strong understanding of mathematical concepts, including algebra, trigonometry, calculus, geometry, and statistics. Mathematics holds significant weightage in the NDA exam so it will be your high scoring subject so try to solve maximum question in this section with accuracy but also pay attention to time because it is a time consuming subject.
(2) Art Stream:
This stream includes subjects like English,general knowledge, History and Polity but there will be some difficulties for students in Maths and Physics sections.so here is the tip;
Tips for students of Art stream:
This section includes English, General Knowledge, and Current Affairs. For English, practice grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills. General Knowledge should cover various topics like history, geography, politics, economics, etc. Staying updated with current affairs is also essential.English will be your high scoring subject and try to get atleast cutoff marks in GS.
Conclusion-Here we can see that students from science stream has upperhand in nda exam due to mathematics so if you are interested in nda then either take science in 12th or prepare for maths seperately if you are from arts stream.
Other important factors :
Physical Fitness:
While not a specific stream, physical fitness is crucial for NDA aspirants. Regular exercise, sports, and a healthy lifestyle are important aspects as they're part of the selection criteria.If you have a good fitness then it will help in the obstacle round of ssb and this will give you important extra numbers.Previous Years' Papers:
Solving previous years' question papers and sample papers can provide valuable insight into the exam pattern, types of questions asked, and help in time management during the actual exam.Self-Study and Time Management:
Devote sufficient time for self-study and effective time management. Create a study schedule that allocates ample time for each subject and revision.Remember, consistent practice and dedication are key to excelling in the NDA exam. Additionally, staying physically fit and mentally agile is equally important for the selection process, which includes a rigorous physical and mental aptitude test.