UPSC NDA 2012
The candidates who are interested to join National Defense Academy may apply for the entrance exam conducted by union public service commission. Academy consists of three wings of joint training: army, navy and air force. Getting into NDA is considered highly prestigious. Admissions are conducted twice a year. At first a written test will be there which will be followed by interview rounds and also group tasks and medical. At present there are about 350 vacancies and every year number of candidates applying is increasing. This makes it more difficult for the candidates to clear the exam
Structure for the NDA Examination
The exam is divided into two parts-mathematics (300 marks) and general ability (600marks) for two and a half hour. The candidates with good mathematical skill and with right confidence can easily qualify or the test.
Paper –I (mathematics)
Paper –II (general ability)
Part ‘A’ (English) – To test candidate’s knowledge in English
Part ‘B’ (general knowledge)- It is divided into part A- F and consist of physics, chemistry, history, general science, geography and current events.
Intelligence and Personality test
The candidate has to go through verbal as well as non-verbal intelligence tests. They have to go through other exercises like GD and other outdoor group tasks. Sometimes candidates are also instructed to prepare and deliver lectures on specific subjects.
Syllabus for NDA Examination
Mathematics
- Algebra
- Analytical Geometry of two and three dimensions
- Differential Calculus
- Integral Calculus and Differential equations
- Matrices and Determinants
- Probability
- Statistics and
- Trigonometry
- Vector
English
- Antonyms
- Comprehension
- Error in Sentences
- Idioms and Phrases
- Jumbled Words
- Misspelled words
- One word Substitution
- Synonyms
- Vocabulary Test
General Knowledge
- A broad survey of Indian History
- Achievements of Eminent Scientists
- Current important events
- Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India
- Elementary study of Indian Constitution and Administration
- Freedom Movement in India
- Panchayati Raj, Co-operatives and Community Development
- Prominent personalities
Chemistry
- Acids and Alkalies
- Concepts in Chemistry
- Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
Geography
- Ocean Currents and Tides
- Atmosphere and its composition
- Important Sea ports and main sea
- Origin of Earth
Physics
- Electricity and Electronics
- Motion & Laws
- Optics
Biology
- Basis of Life-Cells, Protoplasm’s and Tissues
- Difference between the living and non-living
- Elementary knowledge of human body and its important organs
- Food-Source of energy for man
- Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates who have cleared 10+2 and those who are currently doing can apply
- Those who had taken Physics & Mathematics in Class 12th can apply for navy and air force.
- Candidates appearing for the exam must be bachelors .They must be between16 1/2 to 19 years on January 1st or July 1st of the year subsequent to the year of the exam
- Non-permanent citizens of India are not allowed to apply
- Nationalities of Nepal, Bhutan and Tibetan refugee can apply only if they have migrated to India with a purpose to become permanent citizens of India prior to January 1st
- In case candidates origin is from India but actually migrated from either neighboring countries of India or East Africa nations like Uganda and Kenya can apply provided they are planning to permanently settle in India.
- Gorkha category of Nepal need not submit any proof
Physical standards are mentioned below
Any candidate whose height is not within157.5cms to 162.5cms cannot apply for Air Force wing. Candidates whose chest is less than 81cms cannot apply. Candidates should have proper eye-sight. They should not be overweight or under weight
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted both online and offline method.
There is a common form for all UPSC exams. In the prescribed form, a candidate has to indicate the exam he/she has applied for. Forms are available in selected post offices across the country. As soon as the application forms are received and processed, the candidates will be sent an admit card. Candidates who belong to reserved quota can post their applications along with concession proof.
Rules for Reservation
No relaxation is available to students of any category in the National Defense Academy.
How to fill the Form
On-line applications are available at http://www.upsconline.nic.in/. The Process of filling the form is given below. Candidates should follow the instructions given in the site to fill the two stages Part I and Part-II.
On-line
Applications can be done by paying Rs. 25/- (Rupees Twenty Five only) [except SC & ST]
- By submitting in any branch of SBI by cash
- By net banking facility of SBI
- By Visa/Master Credit/ Debit Card
Before filling the form, candidate’s recent photograph and signature scanned in the .png format is required. The required file size is 40KB.The notification date can be filled in the second part of the form
Off-line
Candidates applying offline need to care certain things. The candidates should fill the form themselves. The forms are processed on computerized machines; candidates should handle the forms very carefully .HB pencils should be used for darkening the circles. Entry in the boxes can be made through black or blue pen. Candidates please note that both of these fields must be filled very carefully so that there is no difference between the two entries
Important Dates
[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]
Important Dates for NDA I Exam
- Release of Notification: October, 2011/2012
- Last date of submission of application form: November, 2011/2012
- Date of Examination: April, 2012/2013
Important dates for NDA II EXAM:
- Release of Notification: April,2012
- Last date of submission of application form: May, 2012
- Date of Examination: August, 2012
List of NDA exam centers
- Agartala
- Ahemdabad
- Aizwal
- Allahabad
- Bangalore
- Barely
- Bhopal
- Chandigarh
- Chennai
- Cuttack
- Dehradun
- Delhi
- Dharwa
- Dispur
- Gangtok
- Hyderabad
- Imphal
- Itanagar
- Jaipur
- Jammu
- Jorhat
- Koch
- Kohima
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Madurai
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
- Panaji (Goa)
- Patna
- Port Blair
- Raipur
- Ranchi
- Sambalpur
- Shillong
- Shimla
- Sringar
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Tirupati
- Udaipur
- Vishakhapatnam
Contact Address for NDA Examination
- Secretary, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069
- Website: www.upsc.gov.in
- PH: 011-23389366, 23385271
Reference Books for NDA Examination
- Some of the well known reference books available are:
- Arihant NDA Entrance Exam Practice Sets by RPH
- NDA Exam Guide by Datason RP
- NDA Examiantion Solved Papers up to date
- NDA manual by Sahitya Bhawan Publications
- Practice Work Book by Dr. H. P. Sharma
- Work book NDA Examination by Dr. M. B. Lal
Coaching Centers for NDA Examination
- A.C. Vidyasagar Classes
- Akshardham the Competitive Exams Academy
- Baalnoi Academy
- Bolster Academea
- C.M.I.
- Cavalier India
- Cavalier pvt Ltd.
- Impact Coaching & Educational Services Pvt. Ltd.
- New Careers Academy
- O.P.Singh’s IAS Academy
- Olive Greens
- Tara Institute
- Test Bag Academy
- Disha Academy
Study Plan
Candidates should work mainly on their basics till 12th standard and for reference guides and previous years question paper will be useful. Give priority to biology, as it covers up a huge portion of the general ability test. Important topics:
In biology
- Diseases and causes
- Animal kingdom
- Plant anatomy and morphology.
In chemistry
- Equivalent weights
- Chemical analysis
- Inorganic compounds
- Periodic tables
- Concepts of physical chemistry
- Equilibrium
In Physics
- Quantum mechanics
- Mechanics
- Thermo dynamics
- Electromagnetism
The science questions are mostly from CBSE syllabus of class XI. Quick reference of The Competition Success will improve your general knowledge. Read magazines, newspapers and underline the difficult words and look them in the dictionary. Please prepare for test and interview by adding more and more English words to your vocabulory. Hindi can be used in the Services Selection Board. Questions are not repeated in the test.
How and Where To Get the Results
Results will be available on the official website of UPSC. So the candidates are required to visit the website in a regular basis. There are many other sites providing this information like http://www.nda.nic.in.
Expected sectional cutoffs
It is difficult to predict cut-off marks as it keep changes every year. If you score 40% in all subjects you have a good chance.
NDA 2010 Cutoff
- Geography - Minimum number of questions need to be correct for optional subject= 84-95
- Indian History –for optional subject =95-98 questions
- Mathematics – for optional subject=68 questions
- Political Science – for optional subject =90+ questions
- Public Administration– for optional subject =84-98 questions
- Sociology - for optional subject = 94-100 questions
Score Validity
The score is valid for the present year’s admission process only. It is not valid next year.
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my age is 13-3-1993and eye sight is -2.5(myopia) ,can i apply for nda (armed force)
plz send new nda date
where is the application forms are available in Patna,Bihar
I have appeared the NDA and NA 2 which was held on 21st aug 2011.i want to my written result and it will be declared…
sir,
By joining indian army can I continue my further studies. please reply
NDA APPLICATION FORM 2012
sir i would like to ask that when exam will strats for nda .
the date of birth of my son is 21.01.1994. will he be eligible to appear in both of the nda exams to be held in 2012?
sks
hello sir,i require full information about NDA exams,date and i m an engineering student,i wanted to apply for it,can i apply for NDA ? pls give some advice sir.waiting for your ans sir.
Sir,my date of birth is 29th january 1996. Can i give the exam this year. 2011-2012 NDA(1)
good morning sir, wat is the last date of submit the form of NDA 2012 exam.
NEW NDA DATESHEET
sir
meri eyeside week he kya me nda ke liye appliy kar sakta hU??????????
PLZ REPLY
THANKS
sir,ma nda ka form barna chatha ho . Is ka laya maximum katni persentage honi chaya
HALLO SIR PLE MANTION THE NDA APPLYING FULL DETAILS
what is the last date for nda1(2012)?and iam complete inter 1st year but did not complete2nd year,i passed sanskrit,english,maths 2a,maths 2b,chemistry.but did not passed physics.iam aligible for nda?
dear sirs , i am vishal rana from hoshiarpur , punjab . i got 65 percantage in 10th ,63 percantage in 12th ,co0mmerce stream ,and now i am studing in b.b.a-2 . i want to know that how can i fill nda ,or cvds form . on which basis will correct
i have written an exam in august 2011 and how would i get to know that i have cleared it or not??
Helo sir mai abhi 17 sal continew hun.kya mai bhi apply kar sekta hun.
Sir I am Dharmendra giri. My D.O.B is 05-03-1993 . I will eligible for the NDA exam or not.
i am appearing 10+2 exam in Mar 2012 only.in such case am i eligible for NDA Exam 2012.
what is the diference between NDA 1 AND NDA 2 as mentioned in UPSC WEB SITE.
can i get the application form in Anna Nagar Post Office chennai 600040
Sir, What is the last date of NDA entrance exam application form ?
When will be available nda forms in the market or site?
hello sir,
maine last year hi 12th pass out kiya hai (with pcm) kya mai 2012 me NDA exam de skta hu?
i wana know the last date of submitting the form of nda exam to be held in april 2012
i wana know the exam dates of nda entrance exam to be held in april 2012
sir ..i want to ask this question that i am eligible or not for nda 1st examination 2012 .my date of birth is 9oct,1993
please send last date for application for2012 and exam date clearly please sir
whose student fill this forms. and what is subject for give this exam. reply me pls on my mails
sir, i am in 11th standard & my D.O.B.is 22.04.1996 can i apply for nda plz rply sir.i wants to join air force.
Namastay sir, meri naam Lalit Kumar hai. Mare D.O.B. 17-08-92 hai. kya mai NDA join kr sakta hu….. Plz mare Help kray.
I WANT THAT WHAT DATE EXAM NDA 1 2012
what is the application opening date of nda-1 for 2011-12? please tell me soonly.
I am residing in West Bengal, Murshidabad district, Where and when I can get application form for NDA Exam.2012.
Hello sir….
My D.O.B is 1-7-1996…can i apply for the test going to be held this session…..
Hello sir….
My D.O.B is 1-7-1996…can i apply for the test going to be held this session
hello sir
my date of birth is 04/03/1994 please tell me that i can apply this form
Hi sir i m a mechanical engg. How can i apply for ssb as a leioutent ?
Sir, I’m studying in 12th std. and my d.o.b. is 12/06/1993 Can I appear for NDA exams?
i am a B.tech 3rd yr student,can i apply for NDA 2011.
sir mujhe nda ka form 2012 me bharna hai please sir form aayega to btauye ga thanks sir
hello sir,
how many % marks in 10+2?who apply NDA.
how will i take NDA application form
please tell me about resent date of applying for N D A
Sir,
My D O B is 6th oct 1993 , Can I apply for NDA& NA EXAM I 2012 ?
hello sir..
meri DOB 25-06-1993 hai. kya main bhi is ke leya apply ker sakta hu?
Sir, I’m studying in 10th std. Can I appear for NDA exams?
If no, how can I start my preparations?
where is the NDA offline application form available in Manipur? please reply.
Sir, i am in class 12th(maths). i am black belt in Taekwondo. How can i apply for N.D.A .
please give me some details about it. what is the name of the books by which i can get success in NDA exam.
sir i have not given the board exam till now , bt i will give my exam on februry on delhi board 2011 sir can i appear for my examination i want to join in navy stream can i join army scul for class 11
sir , now i am in tenth i calculated my age to see how much time i can write nda exam i got chance for writing2 times in 12th and 2 times after finishing 12th i have started to solve general ability test booklets but not maths because i don’t know 12th & 11th std maths will i at least get selected 1 time out of these 4 chances becoming iaf flying officer by nda is my burning desire from 8th ?i have eye sight problem of -0.72 cant see far will effect much in nda will they select? is there any consideration for obc?
please answer to my question
waiting for your answers?
thank you sir. (reply to my email add.)
sir/madam
please mail me the education qualification physical qualification required for nda exam
sir, i am a student of class -11 and i join in nda i have some problem that my one little finger is some tedha(curve).so may i qualified for medical.sir please your answer.
Good morning,sir/mam.i want to know the exam date of nda exam 2012,and what type question they used to ask interview.
What is minimum eye power for joining Army and Air force as officer?
sir,i have some problem in my teeth can i qualify for medical
sir g,plz tell me where should i go for english nda
sir kab ayenge nda ke forms
MY DATE OF BIRTH IS 25 MARCH 1993 MAY I ELIGIBLE FOR NDA 1
sir i my date of birth is 10/12/1992.m i still eligible to appear for the coming nda exams in 2012?
I am interested in nda. I like navy force.
I have just completed +2 from CBSE board in Arts stream with 42% ,can I apply for the next year NDA exam in 2012?
sir what is the acject date to fill up the application form
sir, i am in std tenth now i want to join naval academy or naval wing of nda .i want to know that can i apply from now onwards in nda. i know that std twelth is the required condition but still i want to give papers for my experience. will there be any problem by doing that. so that i will be fully prepared by the time i reach std twelth.
what is mean by nda
what is the privilege for OBC student?
sir,
meri eyeside weak h kya me nda ka exam de sakta hu ?????????
when will the firm forNDA-1 be available in post offices& what will be the last date for submission of forms
NDA KA FORM EMPLOYMENT NEWS ME KAB TAK NIKLEGA
i am in 12th standard,my height is 6 feet and i am very keen to join nda
when you submit the NDA entrance exam application that means UPSC
sir,when the form of NDA Exm will out? plz inform me. i am waiting
Sir,
I am studing FYBCS. I want to apply form for 2012April.May i know the last date of form submition for year 2012?
MY Date of birth is 09-05 1993, can i apply for NDA-1 FOR the year 2012 ?.
where get Application form ?
Hallo! sir can u tel me in which date the apllication form will be shown? reply fast ples
hello,sir i want to know the age limit fo NDA & NA 1 2012 plese send me age limit plssssssssssssssssssssss
sir plz tell me whether Residence Certificate in online form for NDA is required or not ? and tell me what is NDA-I ,NDA-II
1. I am student in BE -(4th year)
2. my branch is Machenical Engineering
sir, i am a non medical student so do i have to learn bio also for the exam. Pls forward me the link for the application form.
Thank you,
Anirudh patel
is the NDA based on 11th or going to 12th standared
I have spects is there any is it necessary to not have spects
How to become Naval officer after +2 physics & maths
sir now i am in xi class in science stream can i apply for N.D.A .
please give me some details about it.
sir my name is abdulkareem yahuza i’m very intresting N,D,A. admission is ready now or not yet
I am also compleated intermediate.I will try to a NDA job.but i don’t know the study meterials.please tell me the names of study meterials!
Sir,i am interested in nda,but i am preparing for iit-jee.so i am confused in giving nda exam..sir…please tell me your own thoughts on it.
i have pass 10th can i can join this.?
i am dng my diploma in civil and am i eligible to get an admission in any course of either navy, air force or army please let me know the complete details and procedure of getting admission and physical structure of my body.
I am from Lucknow.
When I get application from of NDA and from where ?
sir i m diploma student i want to join an army so i want to come
and join NDA i have a c certificate with an A grade is i m able to join nda
NDA is very tough exam
when will the form of nda1 2012 out?
when will the form of nda 1 2012 out?
sir mere dost ke foot & leaps me sfed dag(whiet patches) hai kya vo physical me fail ho jayega please reply me
my d.o.b. is 06/aug/1993
am i eligible for applying the nda 2012 entrance exam
sir,
i m doing BSc nautical final year in academy of maritime education and training institute in chennai.my DOB: 09/08/1990. shall i apply 4 NDA. at the same time i have more interest in navy… Thats y i choose marine field. so please send me good reply for me.
how much salary for air force and navy
Is biology additional subject for non medical students?
Is it necessary that to learn the biology as a subject in nda exams for non medical students? i am asking this question because it is difficult for non medical students to learn biology.
Sir,
my date of birthday is 05-06-1992 can i eligible the 2012 entrance exam of NDA.
IS THE FORM OF NDA ENTRANCE EXAM OUT????? PLS INFORM ME ON MY EMAIL ID [email protected] I AM WAITING FOR UR ANSWER……………
gd mng….. sir my name is shyam i want to write nda exam now iam inter2nd year(2011-2012) sir can you plaese tell the process of nda exam nd how much fee for applying to the exam kindly please send me reply as soon as my email id [email protected] thank you….
sir , now iam studying btech 3rd year ,and iam 20 yrs old ,can i eligible to apply this exam…………
what is the dates of exam & last app.form submit ?
which is the last date for submission of application for nda April 2012 exam
sir, 12th ke badh ketani percent chahiy ki hame NDA in army me admision mil jay.
what is last date of nda 1st and 2nd form date
Sir, plz tell me that. When will be NDA Form fill.
sir,
i want to ask about ssb dates for nda I
may i submitb application form online? i have overall 70 %marks in (10+2) label plse inform me.
when will be the NDA entrance examaination form will b publish?
sir current i am in class 11 and can i apply for exam next year that is when i will be reading in class 12 also what would be minimum wieght required to apply in NDA and please inform me to my mail-id that is [email protected]
sir what is the releasing date of nda application form for 2012/2013
i want take nda forms
i want 2 know d actual date dat nda will start selling there foarm
i am art sudent, must i anwser seicence question, and were can i get this form.
sir may i know the complete details of nda exam ???
My son has been rejected on medical ground by your medical officers which was completely unjustifiable as he is completely fit and healthy as he was made to fast for 5 days and then taken blood test any doctor will know that the bilirubin level will rise with so many days of starvation. I request you to please look into this and not ruin careers of genuine students ,my sons no 186515
HOW MANY QUESTION IN EXAM ,
when did the form of Nda summit ,
My age 22 so i am apply nda
Sir,
My date of birth is 25/10/1993
Can i elegiable for applying the NDA 2012 entrance exam this time ?
I shall be very thankfull to you if you tell me early.
Thanking You
Amjad Khan
IS THE FORM OF NDA ENTRANCE EXAM OUT????? PLS INFORM ME ON MY EMAIL ID [email protected] . I AM WAITING FOR UR ANSWER……………
can a student studying in CLASS X now apply for NDA entrance
exam
sir,i am a student of kv Bhind , it is small place no good facalities
are available here ,suggests some tips for preparing of the nda entrance exam
i have sight problem and wore glass of power 2.5D WILL IT MAY create problem for any upsc army exams
Sir, I have already under gone the written exam on 21 Aug11. Now please guide me how & where I should prepare for SSB.
Sir, i want to join navy, presently i am in 12 class how can i proceed after my board exam?
When we can apply the form for nda 1 2012 ?
Sir, i am from punjab, please tell me that from where i get the forms of nda
Can girls apply for NDA entrance exam from humanities stream
i am +2 student how to prepare for ias exam
sir,
My dob is 24 dec 1992 , can i apply for nda-I exam -2012. I am study in 12th with PCM .
when will the result of NDA examination held on 21August2011 be declared?
hi i am from BE (ECE) stream and age of 25 i am i eligible to enter into army by writing any eligible exam right away for me.
Sir, now I am in class 11th and I want to appear NDA II in 2012..!!
Sir I want the entry and selection procedure for NDA..!!
Guide me please..!!
sir
i;am commerce student b.com I year|my birth date 9-11-1993. can i elligible for nda test
when NDA form will be out?
IS 10th NCERT TEXTBOOK ENOUGH FOR BIOLOGY ,GEOGRAPHY,POLITICAL SCIENCE
Sir, i am 12th standred student in 10th class i am good student and i hope my persentage minimum 60 to 65 persentage but in board exam my persentage low i could not first divison because my pesentage is 58% so i am very dipress.in 12th class i could not work hard and after four mounth my board exam coming soon and i have been study course only 45% so please advised me for get good marks and prepration for board exam.
sir,
with respectfully, sir i am serving in army and i want to fill CDS form but my form was rejected, sir i want to know how army person will fill the form and N.O.C will be send through form. sir please tell me proper channel. or is there any requirement of N.O.C before SSB, sir what is the right procedure to fill this form. please tell me, i am thank full to you hope you will reply me soon. \
dear sir/mam,
Am completed my b.tech mech,i want to knw Is there any recruiting of tamilnadu 2012
Is the form of NDA entrance exam out?
when NDA will start selling form for 2012/2013.
Sir,i am commerce student 12th |can i elligible for army nda test
sir,
i’m +2 student can apply for join navi through nda,what to do?
P/s When would the n d a form is going to be out.
my eye sight is weak, can i elligible for nda
i am in 8Th standard how should i train my self mentally for nda