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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can a guy of 11th can apply for nda?
HOW MANY MARKS OBTAIN TO PASS NDA ENTRANCE EXAMINATION?
Sir…my birth date is 10 june 93.but i am 12th pass.i can apply nda
i am student of +2 science
i am soumya banerjee appearing of my class 12 xam from nios.Can i sit for nda????
my d.o.b is 5-10-1993,can i apply to the nda(1)exam 2012?i have just completed my 18 years
my birth date is 27/11/1993. may i apply for this form pls tell me
if any mistake being in fillup online form how can it be removed?
Hi sir yesterday i have apllied online for nda exam but unknowingly i have one wrong information i have entered that my father is a officer but actually he is not so how can i change it. Please tell me.
which admit card is preferred hs or hslc
i want to fill application form of nda exams2012
i want to submit nda application form how did thise procedure?
can i send my photo and my signature scanned to upsc online ? if possible pls tell me the email id.
sir. In Which person favor paying the DD for NDA 2012. we belong to Gen. Category.
Sir,
Please infome to me my son is reading in class 10 his date of birth 04/01/1997 he is intrested NDA entrance Exam.
when he can apply NDA entrance Exam.
1. what is qualification required.
2. how many minimum and maximum age
Sir, my date of birth is 16 -07-94 can i give this exam.? and I m a student of class 12th PCM stream ,can i apply for nda???? plz tell me
can i join nda in class 9
i want nda form.
i m a student of class 12th commerce stream ,can i apply for nda???? plz tell me
I AM THE STUDENT OF CLASS 11 CAN I APPLY FOR NDA EXAM 2012
Sir, my date of birth is 23 -10-93 can i give this exam.?
how to apply nda application
can students of class 11 can give this test ??
what will do after submittion of online form?
What is the last date(month) of submitted form.[first form] …please
sir I want to ask that iske liye age ki kya boundation hai aur kya iske liye test se pahle 12th pass karna jaruri hai
I AM THE STUDENT OF CLASS 11 CAN I APPLY FOR NDA EXAM 2012
when nda exam date for 2012
my d.o.b. is 09/01/1996, can i apply the application form
can female condidate apply for nda entrance exam, please let me know asap
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PART-1 & PART-2 REGISTRATION ?
Sir,hum nda kitane year’s tak de sakte hai?
IS EXAM ME CATEGERY RESERV HOTI HAI KYA?
me 12th ka student hu from bio kya me NDA form fill kar sakta hu.please reply me sir.
sir muje chasma laga h kya me nda exam de sakta hu my left eye is ok and right eye 0.25 number thank u sir
I WANT THE REGISTRATION FORM OF INDIAN ARMY.I AM COMMERCE STUDENT, CAN I APPLY?
how i can join indian army?having bio stream nd ncc c certificate.
Sir, i want to know wheather my nda application form is accepted or not. My nda form id is 11205401503
My birth date is 28 september 1996.Can I apply for NDA this year
How will pripare for physical topic as well as chest?
i want become a pilot..
sir,in the eligiblity criteria as published on the official website it is mentioned that the candidate must have a height between 157.5cm to 162.5cm to apply for navy/airforce. i want to know,what about the candidates having height more than 162.5cm…???
hello sir..my dob is 31-07-1993,can i appear for nda 2012 ??
NDA [1] 2012 EXAM DATE
MY BATE OF BIRTH IS 23-01-1996 ,PLEASE TELL ME CAN I APPLY FOR NDA ENTRANCE EXAMINATION WHICH IS GOING TO BE HELD ON 15 APRIL 2012…
i hv to know about NDA interview test
which type of test do u take
can this paper can give science students
i am in standard 11th .can i apply form for the examination
my dob is 3/05/91…can i know..im eligible for NDA ?
can I give nda exam before age of 16
I m from bhopal and i study in 11th standard with pcb as my subject. i want to appear in nda examination which will be held in august 2012. what is my future in this field.
please tell me the date of nda exam
plz tell me nda application lastdate
How many times one can appear in the NDA exam
respected sir/madam, With due respect i want to state that i am sudhir kumar a student of class 11 with pcm. shall i apply for the exam of nda under the notice no. 03/2012 NDA-I. so kindly inform me how and when can i can apply for the nda. THANKS!!! YOUR OBDIENTLY SUDHIR KUMAR
what is the minimum height and weight required for nda qualificationa.
i have commerce without maths so for what we can apply for?
how can i get a admit card
I WANT NDA ENTRANCE FORMS
Hello sir
My D.O.B is 01/07/1996……please tell me can i apply for the NDA 2012
sir! my height is 152cms. Can i apply for UPSE NDA?
i am qualified in preliminary test and called for interview at aalahabad. i have iit entrance exam on 8th April. So could i attend the SSB interview on 12th April under absentee option.
iam studying in 12th science. female. height 150. which are the nda sections where i can apply?
Sir, Date of Birth of My son is 25/07/1995 and presently studying in XI with Science at Kendriya Vidyalaya. I can apply for NDA Examination 2012 for my son or otherwise. Please inform me in.
how i write this application ?
Sir i am reading in b.sc. Ist year. D.o.B.03 08 1993 can i apply to Nda.
sir/ mam iam fill the NDA form 1st part but in 2nd part my photo is not correct,other boy photo on my form.and form is submit. now please tell me but iam do?
NDA FORM APPLY ONLINE
i passed 12 in 2011-2012.
can i apply now but i am in age limit.
Sir,
My date of birth is 31 Dec 1993, Can I apply for NDA Enterence exam 2012. Please confirm at the earliest. Waiting for your reply pl.
can i give nda entrance exam if i am in 11th standard and going to give 11th class annual exam on 14th feb 2012.what if i got selected?
My date of birth is 18-9-1993 …… sir/mam please tell can i apply for the nda 2012 via online/offline
Sir,i know that nda me all subject cualify karna jaruri hai
sir, what is the fee and what i have to do in SBI branch
I fill 1st and 2nd registration form by paiying Rs.50 and i take printout but i dont know what is next process
sir i have mentened my body body but my eyes are weak . is there is any chance………………………………………………………………..
Iam a b.com final year student can i apply NDA my birthday 20 05 90
from where to download nda forum
Pls tel me if u score all the subject expt maths are you suceded
i had a sight of -14 im going to be operated within a year can i apply for nda.
Respect sir ,
my name is syed rafi, I am going to attempt 10+2 exam in 2012 . my Date of Birth is 18-02-1995, i am eligiable for this exam or not . on which add i have to pay the D.D . & how to apply for the exam
please, submit me the requered information to be apply for the exam .
Thanking you
If I am in 11th standard then,I am able to give exam. (In 2013 I give the 12th exam.)
How a +3 1st yr pcm(pass) student to join NDA ?
Q.1. I want to about nda carriers .
Q.2. how many attaments i join nda?
Diploma student can apply for NDA Exam . i am a student of Government polytechnic Nashik, Electronics & Tele-Communication.
How i can change army trad in to navy and airforce trad?
can juniour engineers apply for NDA
Sir,What’s the date of exam & how marks are resolved for NDA exam & also what’s last date of submission.
sir i want to know that did my NDA application form is excepted or not my NDA form id is 11204509672 plz tell me
sir iam in mharashtra now ihave center in goa how can i take this center
sir my DOB is 23 Sep. 1996 in which year i can apply for NDA ?
what is the criteria for appering upsc nda ?
when is the last date for applying this exam
i have long sigth can i appear
from where i can get N.D.A application online form for girls.???????
i m shah in which date nda examination conduct sir
what is the last date of submission of nda forms ?
is the nda written exam is hard
For NDA entrance examination 2012, I unknowingly uploaded the image of my signature which is signed with a blue ink pen . Is there any problem on that ?
Can I re upload it ?
For NDA entrance examination, I unknowingly uploaded the image of my signature which is signed with a blue ink pen . Is there any problem on that ?
Can I re upload it ?
I unknowingly uploaded the image of my signature which is signed with a blue ink pen . Is there any problem on that ?
Can I re upload it ?
I unknowingly uploaded the image of my signature which is signed with a blue ink pen . Is there any problem on that ?
Can I re upload it
Is there any last date for sending up of forms uptill February end of 2012 ?
hello sir,,,,,i am the student of commerce. can i apply for n.d.a entrance exam?
sir my DOB is 19-10-1994 i will appear for my 11th class exams in march 2012 will you please suggest me that am i eligible for exam ???
when will be entrance form avilable
in which next entrance exam can i apply for 2012nda. my dob is 13.11.94..i’ am going to give 11th final exams on april.12
Hai Sir,
This is Uday I had complete my H.S.C from Mumbai University In Commerce With 55% Marks
Now i have to Apply For NDA Entrance But I Done my H.S.C in Commerce(SP),u have to Required Match & Since,Here i have not Knowledge in The Both Subjetc’s
So IF iam Able to Apply For NDA PLS Tell me Sir.
now i doing my BE courses, my age 19.5 am i eligible to attend this exam
My doB is 22augst 1993. Sir, am i eligible for nda(1)2012.
Is the date of applying for NDA 2012 have been passed
Iam already applied for nda then the community is change help me
how to fill the application forum of 2012
can i appear in nda having -5.0 eye sigth.
hello sir, i want to know last date of filling nda 2012 application form. sir my date of birth is 05/11/1995, can i able for this exam.
what is the diffrent of NDA I and NDA II
sir ,my d.o.b is 12.9.1993 .can i apply for nda examination or not plz inform
I have six credit both on english plaese i love on if i can buy the form
sir my name is srinivasareddymatcha
q is 12TH pass 58.35%
please your guidance
I WANT TO KNOW THATI COMPLITE MY 10+2 IN COMMERCE CAN I ELIGBLE FOR NDA TEST 2012
i am in 12th with PCB,am i eligible in NDA test
when is the last day for filling application forms
sir i want to sit on nda 2012 but my dob is 7-7-1993.can i sit
in nda 2012 I
which type of questions are asked during PI and GD?
i am a law student after graduation, i will to joint NDA, i am 26th years can i joint.
how can i get my admit card
How can apply NDA form please help
Sir. I am jitendra tak. I join NDA. My DOB is 14-06-1993. Can i fill the form? Please help me.
How can apply for NDA
dear sir, which post is most better in indian navy? & how i can apply for this?
D D IS MAKE FAVER OF WHOM
How should fill up the NDA application form?
sir.last date for form filling is ?
i have completed intermediate with commerce in 2011. am i eligible for nda 2012
i want to know that in nda exams did any long jump,high jump,running or any type of physical is done or not.i m in 11th,can i fill the form of nda this year.
”jai hind bharat”
helo sir my self is rajiv verma n m 21 year old..and i want join army i hope u r accept my request.
sir i want to know what is the age limit for nda as i have passed 12 th in 2009 and my dob is 28 02 1993
Is the date of nda exam and uptu are same………….?
age
I HAVE NO PERMANENT ADDRESS.CAN I APPLY?
sir i am studying intermediate second year(vocational) i have full intrest for coming air force ihave maths,physics,chemistr,
what iam do now
may i join nda in class 11th…
address and details to send NDA application form
kese bharte hai ye form help me anyone please
I want to know the examination code,examination centre code,educational qualification code
How can apply for NDA
i m studyng btech 3rd yr mechanical engg, can i apply dis or not.
sir, i am jatinder kumar frm punjab i am student of +1 sci. class, and i want join NDA so, how can i apply Nda and fill nda forms? and how can i ready nda test?
Sir,
i am vishal from hubli karnataka im very much interested in air force so i want to know is it compulsory that i should do science….
Because i already done my puc and i am now b.com 2nd sem i took commerce…
I want to know is there any chance that i can do please inform me… Thank you sir
Khushboo kumari At+po-Belsandi tara P/s-Vibhutipur Dist-Samastipur State-Bihar Pin-848237
sir l want to ask that when will i submitt aplication
sir i am student of 12th class and study in science biology faculty so please tell me about what is chance for me in NDA and next process TO FILL FIND THE chance