What is NDA?

Eligibility Requirements

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Application Process

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Important Documents

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Exam Pattern

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SSB Interview

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Key Dates

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Preparation Tips

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Selection Process

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Post-Selection

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Common Mistakes

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Success Tips

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What is NDA?

National Defence Academy (NDA) is India's premier joint defense service training institute. The entrance exam is conducted by UPSC twice yearly.

Eligibility Requirements

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- Male candidates (unmarried) - Age: 16.5 to 19.5 years - Education: 12th pass (for Army/Air Force) - 12th with Physics & Mathematics (for Navy)

Application Process

Online Registration - Visit upsc.gov.in - Click "Online Application for Examinations" - Select "NDA & NA Examination" - Fill personal details - Upload photo and signature - Submit fee payment

Important Documents

- Valid ID proof - Recent passport photo - Digital signature - Class 10th certificate - Class 12th marksheet - Domicile certificate

Exam Pattern

Written Test - Mathematics (300 marks) - General Ability Test (600 marks) - Total duration: 5 hours

SSB Interview

- Officer Intelligence Rating - Picture Perception - Group Testing - Psychology Tests - Personal Interview

Key Dates

- First exam: January/February - Second exam: August/September - Applications open: 2 months before exam - Results: 3-4 months after exam

Preparation Tips

- Focus on NCERT books - Practice mathematical concepts - Improve English comprehension - Stay updated on current affairs - Develop physical fitness - Practice time management

Selection Process

- Written examination - SSB interview - Medical examination - Merit list preparation - Final selection

Post-Selection

- Document verification - Medical fitness check - Training allocation - Reporting to academy

Common Mistakes

- Late registration - Incorrect photo upload - Incomplete details - Invalid documents - Payment issues

Success Tips

- Regular study schedule - Mock test practice - Physical fitness routine - Time management skills - SSB preparation