What is the NDA 2027 written exam pattern?

NDA written exam has 2 papers — Paper 1 (Mathematics: 120 questions, 300 marks, 2.5 hours) and Paper 2 (General Ability Test: 150 questions, 600 marks, 2.5 hours). Total 900 marks with 1/3 negative marking.

What is the age limit for NDA 2027?

Candidates must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years for NDA I (April 2027). Boys who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 with PCM subjects are eligible for Army, Navy, and Air Force wings.

What happens after clearing NDA written exam?

After the written exam, shortlisted candidates appear for SSB (Services Selection Board) interview — a 5-day process including intelligence tests, psychological tests, GTO tasks, and a personal interview. Final merit list includes both written + SSB marks.

What is the NDA 2027 expected written cutoff?

NDA written cutoff (out of 900) typically ranges from 300–340 for the general category. In NDA 2 2023, the cutoff was 340, and for NDA 1 2023 it was 360.

What is the salary of an NDA officer after commissioning?

An NDA officer (Lieutenant) earns ₹56,100 + MSP ₹15,500 + other allowances, totaling ₹70,000–₹1,00,000 in hand per month during active service.

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NDA Preparation Guide

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for NDA 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyHard

Total Marks900

Duration300 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Offline (OMR)

Frequency

Twice a year

Next Exam Date

April 2027

EEligibility Criteria

12th PCM for Army/Navy/Air Force; 12th any stream for Army; age 16.5–19.5 years

ANumber of Attempts

6 (twice a year)

Study Plan by Subject

Mathematics

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

English

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Knowledge

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Strengthen Class 11–12 Mathematics — algebra, trigonometry, and calculus form the backbone of Paper 1

For GAT, read NCERT History, Geography, and Science books thoroughly and stay updated on current affairs

Practise previous 10 years NDA papers under timed conditions to build exam temperament

Work on English grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension daily using standard reference books

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
Mathematics	90	300	100 min
English	90	300	100 min
General Knowledge	90	300	100 min
Total	270	900	300 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

January 2027

Next Exam Date

April 2027

Conducted By

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission)

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