Women Entry in NDA: Best NDA Coaching in Lucknow: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has reopened the NDA (II) 2021 application form for women candidates on September 24. Interested women candidates can apply for the exam till October 8. The application fee is exempted for women candidates. The unmarried women candidates who fulfils the eligibility criteria in terms of nationality, age, marital status, educational qualification, etc as per the NDA (II) 2021 notification published on June 9, 2021, can apply for the exam. The physical standards and number of vacancies for women candidates will be informed later after it is notified by the Ministry of Defence. The admission of women candidates in the NDA & NA (II) 2021 exam will remain provisional and subject to the final outcome of WP(C). No.1416/2020 or such other orders as may be passed by the Supreme Court of India and action taken by the Union Government in the matter.
Women Entry in NDA: Best NDA Coaching in Lucknow
NDA (II) 2021 written exam will be conducted on November 14 across 75 exam centres spread throughout the country to fill up a total of 400 vacant posts. For the first time, women candidates will also appear for the written exam, earlier only male candidates could appear. NDA (II) 2021 admit card for the written exam will be released in October. Earlier, UPSC had postponed NDA (II) 2021 exam scheduled to be conducted on September 5 after reviewing the prevailing situation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. NDA II application form 2021 was available from June 9 to 29.
Table of Contents
- NDA Exam: New Changes
- What is NDA 2021 Exam?
- NDA Eligibility Criteria 2021
- NDA (I) & (II) Dates 2021
- NDA Exam Dates 2022
- NDA Selection Process 2021
- NDA Preparation Tips by Toppers
- NDA 2021 FAQsÂ
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NDA Exam: New Changes
NDA application form opens for women candidates for the first time
The first batch of women candidates will appear for NDA (II) 2021 exam on November 14. Following the Supreme Court’s interim order, UPSC has opened the online application form portal for women candidates. This is for the first time that women candidates are applying for the exam. Also Read: NDA Application Form
SC asks the Centre to allow women to appear on Nov 14 exam
The Supreme Court on September 22 told the Centre to include women candidates on November 14 exam. The apex court has said that it would not vacate its interim order allowing women candidates to participate in NDA 2021 exam.
Women candidates to appear for NDA exam from May 2022
The Ministry of Defence informed SC that it will release a notification allowing women candidates to appear for NDA exam in May 2022. A board of Officers has been convened to formulate the futuristic proposal for training of women cadets at the NDA. The medical and physical fitness standards for selection of women candidates are also being deliberated upon.
Centre informs SC that Women Candidates Can Join NDA & NA Courses
The Union government on September 8 has informed Supreme Court that it has decided to enroll women in National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) courses. The Centre has sought time to frame the guidelines for admission of women candidates in NDA and NA. The Centre has also sought an exemption from allowing women candidates for this year’s paper.
SC Allows Women Candidates to Appear for NDA 2021 Exam
Supreme Court on August 18 (Wednesday) has passed an interim order allowing women candidates to appear for the NDA 2021 exam. This is for the first time that women candidates are allowed to appear for the NDA exam to take admission in the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). SC also said that the admissions will be subject to the final orders of the court. The matter will be heard again on September 8, 2021. The court has also directed Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to take out the corrigendum and advertise it widely.
NDA (I) & (II) 2022 Exam Dates Announced
UPSC has announced NDA (I) & (II) 2022 exam dates. According to UPSC Calendar 2022, NDA (I) 2022 exam will be conducted on April 10, 2022. While NDA (II) 2022 exam will be conducted on September 4, 2022.
What is NDA 2021 Exam?
National Defence Academy or NDA is one of the most sought-after defence entrance exams in the country. The exam is conducted for admission to Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). NDA is conducted twice a year in two stages: written exam and SSB Interview. In 2020, a total of 5.3 lakh candidates had applied for the exam, out of which 2.4 lakh candidates appeared for the exam. UPSC prepares a list of candidates who obtain minimum qualifying marks in the written exam. Such candidates are called for SSB Interview for Intelligence and Personality Test.
NDA 2021 Exam Highlights
| Exam name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA) |
| Conducted by | UPSC |
| Exam level | National |
| Total vacancies | 400 |
| Exam category | After Class 12 |
| Exam Frequency | Twice a year |
| Exam stages | Written Test and SSB Interview |
| Exam mode | Offline |
| Exam duration | Five hours (Mathematics: 2 ½ hours, General Ability Test (GAT): 2 ½ hours) |
| Exam syllabus | Mathematics: Algebra, Matrices and Determinants, Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry of two and three dimensions, Differential Calculus, Vector Algebra, Statistics and Probability GAT: English, General Knowledge, Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Geography, Current Events, etc. |
| Exam pattern | GAT: 150 objective-type questions Mathematics: 120 objective-type questions |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Exam purpose | For admission to National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) |
| Test cities | NDA I: 41 NDA II: 75 |
| Exam helpdesk | 011-23385271/011-23381125/011- 23098543 |
| Official website | upsc.gov.in |
NDA (II) 2021 Notification
Women Entry in NDA: UPSC had released NDA (II) 2021 notification on June 9. The notification was released in PDF form and contains exam-related information such as the exam date, number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, etc. NDA (2) 2021 notification was released for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA for the 148th Course and for the 110th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC) commencing from July 2, 2022.
NDA Eligibility Criteria 2021
Women Entry in NDA: Candidates need to fulfil the following eligibility criteria in order to be eligible for the exam.
Age limit: For NDA 1 exam, both male and female candidates must have been born not earlier than July 2, 2002, and not later than July 1, 2005. For NDA 2 exam, both male and female candidates must have been born not earlier than January 2, 2003, and not later than January 1, 2006.
Educational Qualification: The educational qualification is different for different academies. Candidates can check the educational qualification prescribed for different academies below.
| Army Wing of National Defence Academy | Passed Class 12/HSC or equivalent from a recognised board or university. |
| Air Force, Navy and Naval Academy of National Defence Academy | Passed Class 12/HSC with Physics and Mathematics |
Also Read: NDA eligibility criteria
NDA (I) & (II) Dates 2021
| NDA (I) 2021 Events | NDA (I) Dates | Salient Features |
|---|---|---|
| Notification | 30-Dec-2020 | The complete schedule along with other details was released |
| Application form | 30-Dec-2020 | Registrations for the recruitment exam had started on this date |
| Last date to apply | 19-Jan-2021 | Candidates could submit their application forms online |
| Application withdrawal | 27-Jan-2021 to 02-Feb-2021 | The facility to withdraw the application form of NDA was made available online |
| Admit card | 26-Mar-2021 | All registered candidates were issued admit cards for the exam |
| Written exam | 18-Apr-2021 | The exam was conducted in two shifts: morning and afternoon across 41 cities spread throughout the country |
| Declaration of written result | 30-Jun- 2021 | The result of the written exam was declared online and displayed the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates |
| SSB interview | July to Sept 2021 | SSB Interview is conducted for the shortlisted candidates of written exam in two stages |
| NDA (II) 2021 Events | NDA (II) 2021 Dates | Salient Features |
|---|---|---|
| Notification | 09-Jun-2021 | NDA 2 notification was released in PDF format |
| Application form | 09-Jun-2021 | Application forms were made available along with the notification |
| Last date to apply | 29-Jun-2021 | Candidates could apply within the application deadline |
| NDA application form for women candidates | 24-Sep-2021 to 08-Oct-2021 | For the first ever time, UPSC has released the application form for women candidates |
| Written exam | The written exam of NDA II has been postponed. Earlier, it was scheduled to be conducted on September 5. | |
| Admit card | October 2021 | The admit card will be released online for registered candidates |
| Declaration of written result | December 2021/January 2022 (Tentative) | The result of the written exam is declared on the official website in PDF form |
| SSB interview | January 2022 to April 2022 (Tentative) | SSB Interview is conducted in two stages |
NDA Exam Dates 2022
NDA (I) and (II) 2022 exam dates are given in the table below.
| Events | NDA (I) & (II) Dates 2022 |
|---|---|
| NDA (I) exam | 10-Apr-2022 |
| NDA (I) application form | 22-Dec-2021 to 11-Jan-2022 |
| NDA (II) exam | 04-Sept-2022 |
| NDA (II) application form | 18-May-2022 to 14-Jun-2022 |
NDA Vacancies 2021
The details regarding NDA 2 vacancies were announced along with the notification. A total of 400 vacancies were announced for NDA (II) exam. For NDA (I) 2021 exam, a total of 400 vacancies were announced. The vacancies announced for NDA (I) and (II) are the same. The vacancy break-up of NDA (I) and NDA (II) 2021 exams are given below.
| Academy | NDA (I) & (II) Vacancies 2021 |
|---|---|
| NDA | 370Army: 208Navy: 42Air Force: 120 (including 28 for ground Duties) |
| Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme) | 30 |
| Total | 400 |
Also Read: NDA Salary
NDA Selection Process 2021
The NDA exam selection process is explained below.
Filling out the application form – Women Entry in NDA
Interested candidates are required to fill NDA application form online. The application fee is Rs 100 which can be paid both online and offline. The commission releases the list of rejected applicants a few days after the closure of the application process. Besides, the examination authority also activates the link to withdraw NDA application form for a specified period. Candidates who do not wish to appear for the exam can withdraw their application form.
Release of admit card – Women Entry in NDA
NDA admit card is released three weeks before the exam. The link to download the admit card is made available on the official website. Candidates can download the admit card by logging in either with the roll number or registration number. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post.
Written Exam – Women Entry in NDA
The written exam of NDA comprises two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The written test carries a total of 900 marks. Candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in the written exam are called for SSB Interview.
Also Read: NDA exam pattern
Declaration of result – Women Entry in NDA
NDA result is declared online in two stages: written and final. The results for both stages are made available in PDF format. It displays the roll numbers of qualified candidates. The mark sheet of candidates is released after the declaration of the final result. Candidates need to secure NDA cut off separately in the written exam and SSB Interview.
SSB Interview – Women Entry in NDA
The SSB Interview is conducted for Intelligence and Personality Test. The test is conducted in two stages. On the first day of reporting, all candidates are required to undergo stage 1 test at Selection Centres/Air Force Selection Boards/Naval Selection Boards. Candidates qualifying for the first stage are called for the second stage exam. Those who qualify for the second stage are required to submit a birth certificate and pass certificate.
Final Selection – Women Entry in NDA
Candidates are finally selected for admission to Army, Navy and Air Force wings of NDA and INAC based on their performance in the written exam and SSB Interview. The final allocation is done as per the number of vacancies subject to the candidate’s eligibility, medical fitness and merit-cum-preference.
Release of Answer Key – Women Entry in NDA
NDA Answer Key for both Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT) is released after completion of the recruitment process. The answer keys are made available for different sets of test booklets.
NDA 2021 Exam Centres
NDA exam centres are the cities where the offline test is conducted. Candidates need to appear for the exam in the exam centre allotted to them by the examination authority. While filling the application form, candidates need to enter their preferences for NDA exam cities. UPSC allots exam centres to candidates as per their preferences given in the application form. However, the Commission reserves the right to cancel or add exam centres.
Also Read: NDA exam centres
NDA 2021 Exam Day Guidelines
The exam day guidelines for the NDA exam are given below:
- Candidates should carry their NDA admit card to the exam centre
- Along with the admit card, candidates should also carry one photo identity proof
- Carry clipboard or hardboard and a black ball pen for marking their responses
- Sheet for doing rough work is provided by the invigilator
- Books, notes, loose sheets, electronic or any other type of calculators, mathematical and drawing instruments, log tables, stencils of maps, slide rules, test booklets and rough sheets are not allowed inside the examination centre
- Strict action is taken against those candidates found copying or cheating
Also Read: NDA exam day guidelines
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NDA Preparation Tips by Toppers
Candidates can click below the links to check the interviews given by NDA toppers to Shiksha on how to prepare for the exam.
NDA Preparation Tips 2021
Candidates can prepare for NDA exam by following the tips given below
- To begin with, candidates must be clear about the subjects, pattern and types of questions
- The Mathematics section of NDA comprises questions from Algebra, Matrices, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, etc. Candidates must clear their concepts from Class 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 NCERT books
- The GAT comprises a variety of subjects, such as Chemistry, General Science, Geography, History, and Current Affairs. This paper also comprises a section on English
- Candidates must revise the topics they have studied
- Make short and simple notes as it will help candidates to revise properly and quickly
- Solve previous years’ NDA question papers and take NDA mock tests
- Buy good NDA books and question banks
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NDA 2021 Exam Analysis
According to NDA (I) 2021 Exam Analysis, the overall difficulty level of the Mathematics paper was easy compared to last year. Maximum questions were asked from Trigonometry, Algebra, Arithmetic Progression and Geometric Progression, Matrices, Circle, Determinants, etc. The difficulty level of GAT paper was easy. Questions in this paper were asked from English, Current affairs, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc. Watch the video below on NDA (I) 2021 exam analysis by students.NDA Exam Statistics: Registration vs Number of Appeared CandidatesThe table below highlights the number of candidates who registered and appeared in NDA (I) and (II) exams over the past three years.
| Exam Sessions | Number of Registered Candidates | Number of Appeared Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| NDA/NA (I) & (II) Exam 2020 | 5,301,85 | 2,404,45 |
| NDA/NA (I) Exam 2018 | 4,506,41 | 2,946,88 |
| NDA/NA (II) Exam 2018 | 3,487,85 | 2,405,76 |
| NDA/NA (I) Exam 2017 | 4,169,61 | 2,680,12 |
| NDA/NA (II) Exam 2017 | 3,442,02 | 2,321,20 |
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NDA 2021 FAQs
Q: When NDA (II) application form for women candidates will open?
A: NDA (II) application form for women candidates is available now. They can apply till Oct 8.
Q. When UPSC NDA (II) 2021 exam will be conducted?
A. UPSC NDA (II) 2021 exam was postponed to November 14. Earlier, it was scheduled to be conducted on September 5.
Q. When NDA (I) 2021 exam was conducted? What was the difficulty level of NDA (I) 2021 exam?
A. NDA (I) 2021 was conducted on April 18. The difficulty level of NDA (I) 2021 Mathematics paper was easy while GAT was moderate.
Q. Can a married candidate apply for NDA exam?
A. No, only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible to apply for NDA exam.
Q. Can girls apply for NDA exam?
A. Yes, girls can now appear for NDA exam after Supreme Court’s interim order. Earlier, they were not allowed to appear for the exam.
Q. What is the difference between NDA and CDS exams?
A. Though both are defence exams, there are many similarities and differences in the recruitment process, exam pattern, training, salary, perks, promotion, eligibility, etc. Also Read: NDA vs CDS
Q. What are the subjects for NDA exam?
A. NDA exam comprises questions from two subjects: Mathematics and GAT (English and General Knowledge).
Q. What are the minimum qualifying marks in Class 12 for applying to NDA exam?
A. There are no minimum qualifying marks in Class 12 for applying to NDA exam.
Q. What is the eligibility for NDA exam?
A. For NDA, the age of candidates should be between 16 to 19 years. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 from a recognised board can apply for the exam.
Q. Is Mathematics necessary for NDA exam?
A. Yes, Mathematics in Class 12 is necessary for candidates who apply for NDA Air Force and Navy courses.
Q. Are NCERT books enough for NDA exam preparation?
A. Mostly the questions in NDA exam are based on the syllabus of CBSE, therefore, it is advisable to prepare from the NCERT books of Class 10, 11 and 12.
Q. Can I clear NDA exam by preparing for six months?
A. Yes, you can crack the exam with six months of preparation. But, you need to prepare well with utmost dedication.
Q. Can I clear NDA exam in the first attempt?
A. Yes, you can clear NDA exam in the first attempt with a good preparation strategy.
Q. What is the salary during training after selection through NDA?
A. During the training period, candidates selected through NDA exam are offered Rs 56,100.
Q: When NDA (I) 2022 notification will be released?
A: NDA (I) 2022 notification will be released on December 22, 2021. The exam will be conducted on April 10, 2022.
Q: When NDA (II) 2022 notification will be released?
A: NDA (II) 2022 notification will be released on May 18, 2022. The exam will be conducted on September 4, 2022.