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NDA 2026 (I & II)

National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination

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Vacancies
400+ per cycle

About the exam

Entry-level examination for joining the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force as commissioned officers via NDA Khadakwasla.

Eligibility

12th pass (Phy + Math for Air Force/Navy). Age 16.5–19.5 years. Unmarried.

Syllabus & exam pattern

Mathematics (300 marks)

  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Trigonometry
  • Vector Algebra
  • Statistics

General Ability (600 marks)

  • English
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • General Science
  • History
  • Geography
  • Current Events

Previous cut-offs

YearGeneralOBCSCST
2024 (II)375375375375
2024 (I)351351351351

Important questions

  1. Q1. Who is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces?
    Answer: The President of India
  2. Q2. INS Vikrant is what type of ship?
    Answer: Aircraft carrier