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NDA answer key 2025 will be released separately for Maths and GAT soon after the exam is over. The answer key will be made available for all sets of test booklets-A,B, C, D. The answer key will be released unofficially by coaching institutes in PDF form. The examination authority will release NDA answer key 2025 after the completion of the exam. NDA question papers 2025 will be released along with the answer key. Checking the NDA answer key, candidates can calculate the probable score of the exam. NDA exam is conducted to select candidates for admission to National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy Courses. Read below for more details on NDA answer key 2025.
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How to Download the Official NDA Answer Key 2025?
The steps to download the official answer keys of NDA are given below:
- Click the subject-wise links of answer keys provided on this page
- The answer key page opens in PDF form
- Download the answer key and save it for further reference
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How to Calculate Scores Using NDA Answer Key?
After downloading NDA answer key, candidates should compare their responses marked in the exam. Using the answer key, candidates are able to calculate the estimated score. To calculate the score, candidates need to follow the marking scheme prescribed by the examination authority. The marking scheme of NDA is given below:
Mathematics: The total marks allotted to this section are 300 as per NDA exam pattern. For the correct answer, candidates get 2.5 marks. For any wrong answer, 0.88 marks are deducted.
GAT: This section carries 400 marks. Candidates for the correct answers are awarded four marks. For the incorrect answers, 1.3 marks are deducted.
NDA Answer Key 2025 by Coaching Institutes
NDA answer key is released online by coaching various institutes. Candidates can download NDA answer key PDFs for A, B, C, D sets as per their test booklet number. Candidates can also download NDA question papers along with the answer key. NDA answer key helps candidates calculate the probable scores by comparing the answers. The probable score can be calculated based on the number of correct and incorrect answers. By knowing the probable score candidates can check their chances of selection for the next round of the selection process. UPSC releases the official answer keys of NDA after the completion of the recruitment process. Till then, candidates can use NDA answer keys released by the coaching institutes to compare their responses marked in the exam. The examination authority publishes separate answer keys for all sets. The previous year's NDA answer key released by coaching institutes is given below.
NDA 2 Answer Key 2024
NDA 2 Maths Answer Key 2024 by Major Khalshi
| NDA 2 Maths Answer Key 2024 by Major Kalshi | |
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| NDA 2 Answer Key 2024 for Set A, B, C, D | Download Here |
NDA 2 GAT Answer Key 2024 by Major Khalshi
| NDA 2 GAT Answer Key 2024 by Major Kalshi | |
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| NDA 2 Answer Key 2024 for Set A, B, C, D | Download Here |
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NDA 2 GAT Answer Key 2024 by Cavalier
| NDA 2 GAT Answer Key 2024 by Cavaliar | |
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| NDA 2 Answer Key 2024 2024 Set A | Download Here |
NDA 2 Maths Answer Key 2024 by Cavalier
| NDA 2 GAT Answer Key 2024 Cavalier | |
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| NDA 2 Maths Answer Key 2024 | Download Here |
NDA 1 Answer Key 2024
The answer key of NDA 1 2024 exam was released on April 21, 2024. Candidates can download the NDA 1 answer keys for all sets of test booklets for Maths and GAT. The links to download the NDA answer key 2024 are provided below.
NDA 1 Maths Answer Key 2024
| NDA 1 Maths Answer Key 2024 by Major Kalshi | |
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| NDA 1 Answer Key 2024 Set A | Download Here |
Q: What is NDA Maths Answer Key?
NDA Maths question paper comprises questions from questions from Algebra, Calculus, Matrices and Determinants, Integral Calculus and Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Vector Algebra, Analytical Geometry Of Two and Three Dimension, and Statistics and Probability. NDA 2 Maths question paper carries 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions. Total marks allotted to the Maths paper are 300.
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NDA GAT paper carries questions from English, General Knowledge, General Science, Current Affairs, History, Geography, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, etc. NDA 2 2023 GAT answer key comprises the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam. Total marks allotted this paper are 600.
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Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NDA 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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26 Sep '23 | NDA 2 Result 2023 |
NDA Exam Pattern 2025
NDA exam pattern is divided into written exam and SSB Interview. The exam paper of NDA written exam is divided into two parts, GAT and Mathematics. All the questions in the exam will be objective type. There will be a total of 150 questions in GAT while the Mathematics part will carry a total of 120 questions. Each section of the exam will be held for 2 ½ hours. The GAT section will be for 600 marks while the Mathematics section will carry 300 marks.
The GAT section is divided into two parts. Part A comprises English while Part B consists of General Knowledge. The SSB Interview is divided into two stages. Candidates qualifying the Stage 1 are called for the Stage 2 exam. Stage 1 of the SSB Interview comprises Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception and Description Test (PP&DT). Stage 2 comprises Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests, and the Conference. This stage carries 900 marks.
The structure of NDA exam pattern is given below.
| Papers | Subject | Maximum marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 |
Mathematics |
300 |
2 ½ |
| Paper 2 |
GAT |
600 |
2 ½ |
| Total |
900 |
5 hours |
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NDA marking scheme is prescribed by UPSC. The marking scheme highlights the marks awarded for correct answers and marks deducted for wrong answers. In Maths 2.5 marks are awarded for correct answers and 0.83 marks are deducted for wrong answers. In GAT four marks are awarded for correct answers and 1.33 marks are deducted for the wrong answers. The score of the written exam is calculated out of 900 marks. The examination authority calculates the scores of candidates based on the marking scheme. The structure of NDA marking scheme is given below.
Sections | Marks for correct answer | NDA Negative Marking |
GAT | 4 | 1.33 |
Mathematics | 2.5 | 0.83 |
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Candidates having any doubts with regard to the question papers can raise objections. The process to challenge the question paper is explained below:
- Candidates can raise objections through Online Question Paper Representation Portal (QPRep)
- Objections against the NDA answer key can be raised within seven days
- Candidates need to enter certain details like roll number, date of birth, and random image while raising the objections
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Candidates can check below NDA answer key 2025 PDF.
Q: What is NDA syllabus?
NDA syllabus is prescribed by the examination authority so that candidates can know what they need to prepare for the exam. The standard of NDA syllabus is of Class 10, 11 and 12 levels. NDA syllabus is divided into two parts-Maths and GAT. NDA Maths syllabus carries questions from Algebra Calculus, Matrices and Determinants Integral Calculus and Differential Equations Trigonometry Vector Algebra Analytical Geometry Of Two and Three Dimension and Statistics and Probability.. NDA GAT syllabus carries questions from topics such as Usage, Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Cohesion. Questions in General Knowledge are asked from Physics Chemistry Social Studies, General Science, Geography, and Current Events.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 17 hours ago
To join the National Defence Academy (NDA) and undergo its rigorous training, candidates must meet specific physical and medical standards. Here's an overview of the key requirements:
Physical Standards:
Height and Weight:
- Male Candidates: Minimum height of 157 cm.
- Female Candidates: Minimum height of 1
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Answered 5 days ago
As per the official notification for NDA 1 2025, the age limit is as follows:
- Date of Birth: Candidates must be born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009.
Currently, there is no indication of any changes to this age limit. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has not announced any modificati
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Answered 5 days ago
The application fee for the NDA 2025 exam is as follows:
- General/OBC Candidates: ?100
- SC/ST Candidates/Sons of JCOs/NCOs/ORs/Women: Exempt from fee payment
The application process for NDA 1 2025 has concluded, with the last date for submission being December 31, 2024. The examination is scheduled for
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Answered 5 days ago
Hi Ayush,
For NDA 2025, the age eligibility criteria are as follows:
NDA 1 2025: Candidates must be born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009.
NDA 2 2025: Candidates must be born between January 2, 2007, and January 1, 2010.
Since your birthdate is February 24, 2006, you are eligible to apply f
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 5 days ago
Hi Chandankumar,
NDA 2 refers to the second session of the National Defence Academy (NDA) exam held each year by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
The exam is conducted in two sessions:
- NDA 1 (usually in April)
- NDA 2 (usually in September)
Both exams serve as a gateway for candidates to join
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Answered 6 days ago
NDA Application Form 2025
Last Date to Apply: December 31, 2024.
Exam Date: April 13, 2025.
Application Fee: INR 100 (exemptions apply).
Apply at: upsc.gov.in
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
NDA 1 application form 2025 correction window will be available from January 1 to 7, 2025. The Commission has also decided to extend the facility of making correction in any field of the application form for this examination from next day of the closure of the application window of this Examination
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
YES, Humanities student can definately clear the NDA exam. If one wants to clear NDA in first attempt being a humanities student then they had to work really hard as competitors are mainly from Science stream. One must purchase the recommended books of those students who had already passed the NDA
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 2 weeks ago
UPSC has no provision to refund any fee amount paid by candidates. Banks concerned may be approached for claiming any extra/unsuccessful payments made by the candidates.
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