NDA 2/2023 Eligibility, Age limit Exam Date etc.

UPSC will conduct NDA II Examination on 3rd September 2023, those students wanted to participate in this NDA 2 2023 examination must know about the NDA 2/2023 Eligibility, Age limit Exam Date etc. Here we are going to explain all related detail about the NDA 2 Exam eligibility like Education qualification age limit exam pattern and exam date. So scroll below for the more information about the UPSC NDA 2 2023 Exam date.

NDA 2/2023 Eligibility:-

NDA stands for National Defence Academy, which is a joint services academy of the Indian Armed Forces. The eligibility criteria for NDA are as follows:

1. Age Limit: Candidates must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years old as on the first day of the month in which the course is due to commence.
2. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board.
3. Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India, Nepal, or Bhutan.
4. Marital Status: Candidates must be unmarried and are not allowed to marry until they complete their training.
5. Physical Standards: Candidates must be physically fit and meet the prescribed physical standards.
6. Gender: Male and Female candidates are eligible to apply for NDA.

It is important to note that these eligibility criteria may vary from time to time, and candidates are advised to check the official website of the UPSC for the latest updates.

NDA Exam Pattern 2023:-

The NDA exam comprises a written test, followed by an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB). The written exam includes two papers, namely Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The Mathematics paper carries 300 marks, while the GAT paper carries 600 marks.

A pattern of NDA 1/2023	Details
Mode of Examination	Offline
Questions types	MCQs Based
Total Number of Questions	270
Section in Paper	Paper 1:- Mathematics Paper 2:- GAT
Marking of each paper	Paper 1:- Mathematics (300 Marks) Paper 2:- GAT (600 Marks)
Timing	5 hours (2.5 hours for Each Paper)
Negative mark for each Wrong Question	Paper 1:- 0.83 Paper 2:- 1.33

Exam Pattern of Mathematics paper

A pattern of NDA 1/2023	Details
Questions types	MCQs Based
Total Number of Questions	120
Section in Paper	Paper 1:- Mathematics
Marking of paper 1	Paper 1:- Mathematics (300 Marks)
Timing	2.5 hour

Exam Pattern of GAT Paper

A pattern of NDA 1/2023	Details
Questions types	MCQs Based
Total Number of Questions	150
No Questions for English	50
Total Marks in English	200
No of Questions for Science	100
Total Marks for Science	400
Marking of paper 2	Paper 1:- GAT (600 Marks)
Timing	2.5 hour

NDA 2/2023 Syllabus:-

The syllabus for the Mathematics paper covers topics such as algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and calculus, while the GAT paper covers topics such as English language, general knowledge, and physics, chemistry, and biology up to the 10+2 level.

Candidates who qualify the written test are then called for the SSB interview, which comprises various stages such as intelligence and personality tests, group discussion, and personal interview. Candidates who clear all the stages are then recommended for admission to the NDA.

NDA 2 2023 Exam Date:-

UPSC conducts NDA examination twice a year (April and September month). Exam date for the NDA 2 2023 has been announced by the UPSC in exam calendar and it will conducted on 3rd September 2023. So those who wanted to participate in the NDA 2023 examination should prepare well.

How to prepare for NDA II 2023 examination:-

If you have all the eligibility criteria and wanted to be officer in Indian Army through the NDA then you must prepare with very sincerely, because the competition level is high. If you are not comfortable with self study and searching metor or coaching then you must visit Major Kalshi Classes once. Here you will find all the facility for the NDA exam preparation.