UPSC NDA Syllabus
Exam on : 06 Sept 2020 - 01 May 2021
UPSC NDA Syllabus
The NDA Entrance, the written test consists of general ability and numerical assessment of the candidates. The syllabi from both the sections are tabulated here.
Mathematics
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Algebra |
Matrices and determinants |
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Trigonometry |
Analytical Geometry of two or more dimensions |
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Differential Calculus |
Differential equations, integral calculus |
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Vector Algebra |
Statistics and Probability |
General Ability
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English |
Physics |
Chemistry |
General Science |
History |
Geography |
Current Affairs
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Basic Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, cohesion, detection of errors, jumbling of paragraphs, fill in the blanks, synonyms and antonyms, vocabulary, cloze test, detection of errors from a sentence and improving the quality, idioms, phrases, proverbs, completing sentences, Paragraphs. |
Matter and it’s properties, light, sound, laws of motion, laws of magnet, work, Energy, power, heat and its effect, general principles, pendulum, hydrometer, thermos flask, telescope, microscope, telegraphs, conductors etc., Safety applications. |
Properties of oxygen, Physical and chemical changes, hydrogen, air, water, carbon, chemical equations, laws of chemical combination, atom, elements, compounds, mixtures, fertilizer, acids, bases, salts. |
Cell, living non-living things, human body and reproductions, Process, epidemic and cause, prevention, solar system, diet, achievements of scientists. |
Indian history, culture, civilization, Constitution, Five-year plans, nationalism, Renaissance, French, Russian revolution, democracy, teaching of Gandhi. |
Earth and origin, movements, latitude and longitude, tides, oceanic current, rocks, classification, atmosphere and atmospheric pressure, climate, import-export, agriculture transportation. |
International and national events, news, current updates, culture, sports. |
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UPSC NDA Selection Process
There is a particular structure that is followed by UPSC while recruiting candidates for NDA. The details are provided here.
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Interested applicants must complete the process of online registration and fee processing.
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Successfully registered candidates can avail their admit cards for the written test from UPSC's website on the given date.
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The aspirants sit for the written test based on General ability and mathematics, consisting of a total of 900 marks. Those who manage to get the minimum marks as prescribed by UPSC ate directed to the SSB interview.
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The SSB interview has two sections. Through this interview, the intelligence level and personality of the candidates are assessed. The ones who clear the first phase of the interview are called for the second phase.
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The results are declared on UPSC's website, based on the performance of the candidates in the written exam and interview.
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Final recruitment is done based on available seats, and preference is given to the candidates, etc.
UPSC NDA FAQs
Is NDA entrance hard to crack?
NDA is a hugely attempted exam, with numerous aspirants appearing for it from all over India. Candidates must go through sample questions sets and do lots of practice. Cracking the same exams and mock tests can also prove to be utterly fruitful in the final rounds.
When will NDA take place in 2020?
The recruitment for NDA was put on hold by UPSC due to the nation's ongoing situation and the world. However, a tentative schedule has been prepared, which suggests the exam process in October. Candidates should keep an eye on the website always to never miss any updates.
Is there any negative marking for NDA ENTRANCE?
If candidates aren’t answering the questions, no marks are deducted. In case an individual chooses to tick multiple answers, he or she is penalized with 1/3rd of the total.
Is there upper age relaxations on NDA?
For NDA Entrance, no age relaxation is provided to the candidates, belonging to any of the categories.
How many attempts are permitted for NDA?
Innumerable number of attempts can be made by the candidate, as long as the individual's age fulfils the age criteria.
How many attempts are permitted for NDA?
Innumerable number of attempts can be made by the candidate, as long as the individual's age fulfills the age criteria.
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