Preparing for the NDA requires a good study plan, a strategic approach, and the right study material. As the UPSC has released the NDA 2025 exam dates, it is important for candidates who want to take the exam to start studying by following NDA 2025 Preparation Tips to score well.
Are you also looking for some tips or tricks to enhance your NDA 2025 exam prep.?
For you, Sarvgyan team educational experts have created a guide, covering tips and techniques on how to study, how to track your speed, and methods to understand the syllabus and exam pattern. We have also included proven strategies that will surely boost your National Defence Academy exam prep.
Doubts? Type Here For Answer
National Defence Academy exam is the gateway for the students to join Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy. It is a national level examination conducted two times a year. Here, we have mentioned all the beneficial information about how to prepare for NDA 2025.
NDA 2025 Preparation Tips
UPSC NDA I 2025 exam will be held on 13 April, and NDA II 2025 will take place on 14th September 2025. Candidates have 7- 8 months to prepare for upcoming NDA exam. In this article, we have mentioned some important preparation tips & tricks to crack NDA Examination:
Schedule your Study Plan Smartly
For better preparation, it is necessary to have a smart study plan. Here, a smart study plan means managing your time and NDA 2025 syllabus efficiently. Your preparation schedule must be well-organized so that you are able to score good marks.
Your Basics Should Be Clear
Firstly, analyze your complete syllabus and mark the topics that require more concentration. Start preparing the topics from basics. If your basics are clear, then only you are able to solve the high-level questions. Clear your basics first, then go through the exam pattern and syllabus.
Focus on General Knowledge and English Subject
Proficiency in English is required for clearing the NDA examination. Your English is not only tested in written tests, but if there is fluency in your English, then it may leave a good impression on selectors also at the time of interview.
As General Knowledge is a part of syllabus, so prepare it well. You can strengthen your GK portion by reading newspapers, magazines, journals, and reference books of prominent writers that focus on current affairs, etc.
Study Material
Preparation from right books is very necessary. Market is full of a large number of book stocks, but every book is worth it, not possible. After the complete analysis, we have prepared some NDA books that help you score good marks.
Solve Previous Year’s Question Papers
It is very important to do the preparation in right direction. By solving previous years’ questions, your speed will be enhanced as well and you will get an idea about the NDA exam pattern of the examination and difficulty level of the questions asked in the examination.
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Health Maintenance and Personality
Selection through NDA is based not only on the written test, but your personality and health also play a major role in it. It is advised to all aspirants to keep fit and healthy through the intake of sufficient food and water. Besides this, also prefer yoga or some other exercise or meditation to relieve stress.
Revision
Revision is a key to success. Candidates are advised to make short notes & revise them on a regular basis. This will help candidates remember it longer. On the other hand, keep at least one week before examination.
Do not study unnecessary topics at last. This will make you forget even what you have studied earlier. In the last week before examination, revise all the topics & subjects you have studied properly. This will help you score in the examination.
We hope that you have found this article helpful and that our tips and strategies will be surely followed by you. It is recommended that you keep checking this article as we will be adding more tips for you for the upcoming NDA 2025 exam.
If you have any queries about NDA 2025 Preparation Tips, you can ask us by leaving your queries below. Our experts will provide you with best assistance.
sir i cleard the class 12 and i want to clear the NDA exam but many people says that only those student b selected in NDA who complete their study in Sainik school.is this true?
No, it is not true.
How many percent are student b selected in NDA who not completed their study in Sainik school
Sir.. Is there anykind of benefit for d NCC cadets in NDA entrance. I have NCC ‘A’ certificate..
Plz rply..
Sir, is the nda parthfiender book best for preparation
What standard questions are asked in the NDA exam for the army??I mean which class syllabus for maths exam???class 11 syllabus or class 12’s???
You will get the complete NDA 2016 syllabus from this link.
hello sir,
i have score 6.4 cgpa in 10th,now i am doing 12th(pcm).
my Q: IS THAT…
1. AFTER 12TH can i apply for nda?
2. i dint fill nda 1st aplication form so can i apply for nda 2nd exam 2016…
plz reply….
Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Hello sir,
My self Nishul Kumar I pass 12 class 25/09/1998 is my date of birth i can apply for NDA exam and i am from commerce stream
Sir am chennai I know English and Tamil only I don’t know Hindi it gives any problem to me??
no problem.
hii,I am a student of arts stream.but I confused that when I don’t solved science stream questions.. so please give some tips on it..
i’m 21 years old i’m doing engineering.can i apply for nda exam
I am a student of 12th standard. Can I apply for NDA (2)?
Sir,I am in 12th commerce can I apply for nd a.
you can apply only for Army.
Nda ki last exam ki cut off kitne the sir for generel
Which book refer to the nda exam?what are quction asking me in interview?
visit to NDA Books 2016
I am in 12th and having maths science..
i want to join indian army…
my first question is Can i appear in the exam of NDA ..?
my second question is that ..i am so confused that whether i choose navy or air or something else…
can u give advice where is good scope of my career..
please
Yes, you can apply for this exam.
If anyone have compartment in 12 class in non-medical, is that person is eligible for NDA?
Yes, but he/she has to clear the exam at the time of SSB.
if i will pass the exam with flying colours ,what post will be goven to me
I want to give my nda exams so what type of preparation I have to do.
You may go through our article, we have provided information regarding this.
??
No.
I’m studying in class 12’sc’ so can I appear for NDA exam??
yes.
My English is weak how I am prepare for NDA I exam
You can purchase any good book from the market, you can also refer best NDA books here.
Suppose I have scored above 90% in PCM stream …then I am directly face interview or like other students I hve to give written exam first
You have to appear the written test first.
when i can get admittcard,?
Admit card will be announced on the official website of UPSC.It will be released in the month of March.
Hi, you should make your english strong,if you will learn english grammar,and dictionery,02 to 03 hours in one day,ok thankyou
Sir,I born in 18 july 1997….Can I appear in NDA exam..
Check the eligibility criteria, as per the criteria you’re over age.
What is the time for Written test. I could only Select Banglore for my test. Where will it be held and what time. I need to make my travel / stay arrangements.
It will be mentioned on your admit card.
You will get the timing and examination centre of NDA in your admit card.
What is the cut off marks?? ?
We cannot predict the cut-off marks before examination.
I am in class 11th sci can.i prepare for nda
Yes you should start your preparation now.
hello sir , iam a 12 th standard in mec so how to apple nda 2nd exams
and how to prepare forts examsplz help me
i am appearing 12th now and applied for nda.i had site 1.5 can i eligible for this exam
You can check your eligibility for NDA 2016 through this link.
Hello sir , I am in 10th class. In 11th class can I give NDA test.if yes so what types of books is useful for me.
i have one doubt .. i would be very thankful if you help me out
my date of birth is 17-11-1997.. can you tell me if i can give the september attept of NDA exam 2016…plz tell me by your earlieast…
sir I’m studying in diploma 3rd year i m eligible to fill this form
No
Sir I am only 10passs and then study I n diploma politecnic so I have apper NDA exam on 10 bas
No
Its very helpful to me
Thank you sir
Sir now I am in 11.
Can you please tell
me how to joined NDA.
You can apply for NDA next year.
sir please let me know best book of maths and current affairs for preparation of NDA
You can check NDA 2016 books.
I m a student of diploma can I applicable of nda exam
No, for that you must have passed intermediate only.
Dear sir,
Present I am appearing 12th.Is two papers are required for airforce in nda
You can check the exam pattern of NDA 2016 from this link.
my age is 10-10-1997 how many chances are left for me . am i eligible to give nda2 2016
You can apply for NDA exam till your age eligibility meets.
Thanks for support
GK old aati h ya new update tall me sir
GK questions are asked from anywhere. It has no limits.
can i for NDA i have passed 10th?
No, you are not eligible.
i m from kashmir can we have any preference in nda exam results
No
sir, how many questions should i do in both exams so there are permanent chances of my selection for ssb??
please tell about this in view of some previous years papers??
You have to secure minimum 306 marks (With at least 30% marks in each subjects).
which physical condition req for nda
Browse NDA 2016 Eligibility link for getting all the conditions required to eligible for NDA.
Sir,
After 1month I will complete my 11standar so can I give the examination of NDA(II)2016
Date of birth-birth- 21\8\1999
Yes, you can.
sir i am now in 12 th
my birth date is 8 may 1998
can i apply for nda now
Yes, you can apply.
Birth Date-9 Actomber 1998 Now i am in class 11. Will i be eligible for Nda
You cannot apply now for NDA.
sir…please give me some tips to clear SSB AFSB
You can go through our article we have mentioned the preparation tips.
my D.O.A is 20-09-1997 . I am eligible for NDA exam
Yes.
How to take application form of nda exam?
I have born in 17 january 2000…… can i appear nda exam
Yes, you can appear.
how many marks to be scored for passing NDA. My caste is OBC
We cant predict the cut-off before result announcement.
how many percentage required in 12th to join Indian navy?
There is not any percentage criteria is required for this exam.
I am studing in 11th standard can i give exam of NDA to check myself
You are not eligible.
Now I am studying Intermediate Second year is it possible to attend this exam
where I get the books for this exam
You will get the preparation books for NDA 2016 from this link.
Birth Date-29 march 1998 Now i am in class 11. Will i be eligible for Nda in 12,till i get my 12 results time. Or i will become overage as eligibility for NDA is (16.5 to 19 yrs)
Please reply through SMS 8975640509
THANK U
You are eligible for NDA 2016 examination for September month.
Dear Sir,
My son Date of Birth is 8th May 1997 is he eligible for the NDA exam.
No, he is not eligible.
Sir, cutoff for giving NDA(2) 2016 EXAM
plz….
If you have passed/appearing 12th examination then you can apply for NDA. You have to score only qualifying marks in 10+2.
my height is short then how can i fill up this form yes/no
ok. It may create problem at the time of SSB.
Is their any cutoff for giving exam
No marks criteria is there for applying.
Where the exam will held?
The NDA 2016 examination centres are Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Allahabad, Bengaluru, Bareilly, Bhopal,
Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Dehradun, Delhi, Dharwad, Dispur, Gangtok,
Hyderabad, Imphal, Itanagar, Jaipur, Jammu, Jorhat, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata,
Lucknow, Madurai, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji (Goa), Patna, Port Blair, Raipur,
Ranchi, Sambalpur, Shillong, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram,
Tirupati, Udaipur and Vishakhapatnam.
I m commerce student but I born before 2nd july 1997 I m eligible or not
No, you are not eligible.
My DOB is 02/11/1999 ,Ami eligible for baval Academy selections on the basis of jee main marks
No
any centre of NDA exam is in Assam? Is yes where?
No examination centre of NDA is there in Assam.
can a girl give nda exam I am very confused many people says that girl can go in army after graduation through cds exam plssss replay soon i am waiting
Yes, you can join Indian defense forces after your graduation through CDA exam.
What will Happen if I clear the exam In 11 class only???
Then, it is of no use. You are not permitted to join Indian defence forces.
CAN I GIVE NDA EXAM ,I AM IN 12TH STANDARD HAVING NON MED STREAM I AM VERY CONFUSED BECAUSE MANY PEOPLE SAYS THAT A GIRL CAN GO IN DEFENCE ONLY AFTER GRADUATION THROUGH CDS EXAM IF SO THEN WHAT I WILL DO AFTER MY 12TH CLASS MENNS WHICH COURSE I PICK PLSS REPLY SOON I AM WATING
Yes, girls candidates are not permitted for NDA exam. If you want to join Indian Defence force then you can give CDS examination after completing your graduation.Opt the course in which you have interest.
I have completed my 12th
And I’m in my engineering 1st year
Can i give NDA exam?
If you satisfy the age and qualification eligibility then you are eligible.
Yah Why Not
How to ask question in interview .Give m some tips
sir my english is weak .How to prepare for English
fluency is very compulsary,acco. to me u should try to speak with ur elder brothers and sisters in english only and no doubt ur fluency skill will be improved
There are lots of people who tells you about “Ho to Improve English” and you can also take help from Internet. But, I think besides all this, IF you are not dedicated about what you what to do…all these answers were useless. So, make a PLAN for English subject, if you want to crack NDA exam and apply English language in your daily life, Frame a sentence and repeat in one or two times in a day and most of all Inscrese your vocab.
This was very helpful…thank you so much!
how can i use sarv gyan site
Can i appear nda eaxam bz i m in 11 class
No, you cannot appear.
I AM STUDYING IN CLASS 10TH AND I AM GOING TO TAKE PHYSICS , CHEMISTRY , MATHS IN CLASS 11TH .I WANT TO KNOW WHAT SHOULD I DO AFTER 12TH .
Go through the article of Courses after 12th Science. It will provide you many beneficial details about your career.