NDA 2 GAT exam analysis 2024 is available now. The overall difficulty level of the exam was moderate. Current Affairs questions were asked from the past six months' events.Scroll down to read NDA 2 exam analysis 2024 for GAT.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted NDA 2 GAT 2024 exam on September 1, 2024, in forenoon shift from 2 pm to 4.30 pm. The GAT paper carried the maximum weightage in NDA exam. The GAT paper carried 150 questions and the total marks allotted to this section are 600 marks. The GAT paper was divided into two parts-English and General Knowledge. According to the NDA 2 exam analysis 2024 for GAT, the overall difficulty level of the paper was moderate. For the correct answer, candidates score four marks in GAT paper. 1.33 marks are deducted as a penalty for wrong answers.
NDA 2 GAT Question Papers 2024 of English carried questions from Grammar and Usage, Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Cohesion. Questions in General Knowledge were asked from Physics, Chemistry, Social Studies, General Science, Geography, and Current Events. Read this article below on NDA 2 GAT exam analysis 2024. NDA 2 Answer key 2024 for GAT carries the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam. This will help candidates to get an idea about the difficulty level of the paper, weightage given to topics, distribution of questions as per the topics, number of good attempts, etc.
Q: Is NDA exam tough to crack?
Q: How can I prepare for NDA exam?
Every year thousands of candidates appear for NDA exam. With so much competition, candidates need to have a proper preparation strategy for the exam. Candidates need to be consistent with their study plans. They should devote few hours every day to study. Candidates need to be thorough with the syllabus. Candidates must revise their notes and important formulae every day. Candidates must practise mock tests and previous years' question papers to get familiar with the exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates must clear their basic concepts of each and every topic given in the syllabus. This will help candidates to solve the questions easily in the exam.
Q: Is the NDA exam MCQ type?
According to the NDA Exam Pattern, the NDA Exam will be conducted in offline mode, and all questions will be MCQ type. The exam is given in both English and Hindi. The question paper will consist of two sections: Mathematics and GAT. The total marks allotted to the written exam are 900. Candidates qualifying the written exam are called for SSB interview. The SSB Interview carries 900 marks.
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NDA 2 GAT Student Reaction 2024
Shiksha reporter Anum Ansari reported live from one of the exam centres in Rohini to gather the feedback of candidates. Check below the feedback shared by the students.
Ishita said, "The GAT paper was good. The difficulty level of the paper was very easy. Maximum questions in Chemistry were asked from Chemical Reactions, Antibiotics, etc."
Shubham said, "I have cleared NDA written exam in previous years also. The difficulty level of the Maths paper was easy. The science portion was easy. The Current Affairs questions were based on statements. The Current Affairs questions were based on last six months events. In Biology, questions were asked from Tissues, Cells, etc. In Physics, the Numericals were tricky. One question in Current Affairs was What are the military exercises India conducts with USA?"
Nitin said, "The overall difficulty level of the exam was moderate. The level of the paper was the same as compared to last year."
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Distribution of Questions in NDA GAT Paper
The distribution of questions in NDA GAT paper is given below.
Q: Can I crack NDA through self-study?
Q: Is 340 a good score in NDA?
To clear the NDA exam, you generally need to score between 340 to 360 out of 900 marks. NDA cut off for written exam is calculated out of 900. NDA cut off for final selection is calculated out of 1800. NDA cut off is calculated based on difficulty level of the exam, number of test takers, number of vacancies.
Q: How do you know your NDA exam centres?
Q: How to prepare for NDA exam after 12th?
NDA syllabus mostly comprises the topics/subjects that candidates have studied in Class 12. The preparation for Class 12 and NDA can go hand-in-hand. Some of the preparation tips or NDA exam after 12th are given below:
- Candidates must go through the complete subject-wise syllabus
- Create a proper study plan and dedicate time for each subject
- Be consistent with the study plan Refer to good NDA books
- Candidates must review the fundamentals of each subject. They should consult the books from Classes 6 to 12
- Candidates must read the newspaper daily to enhance their English. Additionally, candidates must practice grammar and learn new words
- Candidates must practice the previous years' question papers to get an idea about the exam structure
Q: How many hours should be given to study for NDA?
Topics | No. of Questions |
---|---|
English | 50 |
History | 13 |
Polity | 3 |
Geography | 19 |
Current Affairs | 10 |
Static GK | 3 |
Economy | 2 |
Physics | 21 |
Chemistry | 18 |
Biology | 11 |
NDA 2 GAT Syllabus 2024
NDA GAT syllabus comprises questions from various topics. The detailed syllabus is given below.
Subject | NDA Important Topics |
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NDA Syllabus for English |
Spotting Errors Comprehension Selecting Words Synonyms Antonyms Sentence Improvements Ordering of Words in a Sentence, etc. |
NDA Syllabus for Physics |
Physical Properties and States of Matter, Mass, Weight, Volume, Density and Specific Gravity, the Principle of Archimedes, and the Pressure Barometer. Motion of objects, Velocity and Acceleration, Newton’s Laws of Motion, Force and Momentum, Parallelogram of Forces, Stability and Equilibrium of bodies, Gravitation, elementary ideas of work, Power and Energy. Effects of Heat, Measurement of Temperature and Heat, change of State and Latent Heat, Modes of transference of Heat. Sound waves and their properties, Simple musical instruments. Rectilinear propagation of Light, Reflection and refraction. Spherical mirrors and Lenses, Human Eye. Natural and Artificial Magnets, Properties of a Magnet, Earth as a Magnet. Static and Current Electricity, conductors and Nonconductors, Ohm’s Law, Simple Electrical Circuits, Heating, Lighting and Magnetic effects of Current, Measurement of Electrical Power, Primary and Secondary Cells, Use of X-Rays. General Principles in the working of the following: Simple Pendulum, Simple Pulleys, Siphon, Levers, Balloon, Pumps, Hydrometer, Pressure Cooker, Thermos Flask, Gramophone, Telegraphs, Telephone, Periscope, Telescope, Microscope, Mariner’s Compass; Lightening Conductors, Safety Fuses. |
NDA Syllabus for Chemistry |
Physical and Chemical changes. Elements, Mixtures and Compounds, Symbols, Formulae and simple Chemical Equations, Law of Chemical Combination (excluding problems). Properties of Air and Water Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen and carbon dioxide, Oxidation and Reduction. Acids, bases and salts. Carbon—different forms. Fertilizers—Natural and Artificial. Material used in the preparation of substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches and Gun-Powder. Elementary ideas about the structure of Atom, Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights, Valency |
NDA Syllabus for General Science |
The difference between living and nonliving things. The basis of Life—cells, Protoplasms, and Tissues. Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals. Elementary knowledge of Human Body and its vital organs. Common Epidemics, their causes and prevention. Food is a source of Energy for man. Its constituents include a balanced Diet. The Solar System includes meteors, comets, and Eclipses. Eminent Scientists have achieved many achievements. |
NDA Syllabus for History, Freedom Movement etc. |
A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation. Freedom Movement in India. Elementary study of Indian Constitution and Administration. Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India. Panchayati Raj, Co-operatives and Community Development. Bhoodan, Sarvodaya, National Integration and Welfare State, Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. Forces shaping the modern world; Renaissance, Exploration and Discovery; War of American Independence. French Revolution, Industrial Revolution and Russian Revolution. Impact of Science and Technology on Society. Concept of one World, United Nations, Panchsheel, Democracy, Socialism and Communism. Role of India in the present world. |
NDA Syllabus for Geography |
The Earth, its shape and size. Lattitudes and Longitudes, Concept of time. International Date Line. Movements of Earth and their effects. Origin of Earth. Rocks and their classification; Weathering—Mechanical and Chemical, Earthquakes and Volcanoes. Ocean Currents and Tides Atmosphere and its composition; Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary Winds, Cyclones and Anti-cyclones; Humidity; Condensation and Precipitation; Types of Climate, Major Natural regions of the World. Regional Geography of India—Climate, Natural vegetation. Mineral and Power resources; location and distribution of agricultural and Industrial activities. Important Sea ports and main sea, land and air routes of India. Main items of Imports and Exports of India. |
NDA Syllabus for Current Events |
Knowledge of Important events that have happened in India in recent years. Current important world events. Prominent personalities—both Indian and International including those connected with cultural activities and sports |
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