NDA Exam 2022 - Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome back, NDA aspirants! We hope you all are doing great and are excited for the NDA exam 2022.NDA is a nation-level exam that grants way to the Indian Armed forces and takes place in three stages- written exam, SSB Indian Army interview, and medical test. It's a long journey from preparation to the final round.

Every candidate has tons of questions regarding the NDA exam, uniform, NDA's cadets routine, fee, holidays, etc. It's difficult to search for each question to clear your doubts. To solve this problem, we have come up with a unique solution. Today we will answer all the frequently asked questions on NDA 2022 exam.

Are you all ready to clear your doubts and prepare for the exam without stress? Let's go!

Q1- What is the eligibility criteria for NDA 2022?

A1- Eligibility criteria for NDA 2022 exam is as follow-

Nationality

Anyone holding citizenship of India, Nepal, Bhutan, or refuge from Tibet came to India before 01 January 1962 to permanently settle in India.
A person belonging to India but has migrated from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, and East African Countries of Uganda, Kenya, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam for settling permanently in India.

Age

The date of birth should lie between 02 January 2003 and not later than 01 January 2005.

Gender

Both males and females are applicable to apply for NDA 2022 exam.

Marital status

Unmarried

Educational Qualification

ARMY WING: passed class 10 and 12 from a recognized board with any subjects.
AIR FORCE AND NAVY WING: passed classes 12 from a recognized board with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.

Q2-Will NDA 2022 exam will take place in online mode?

A2- No, it will take place in offline mode.

Q3- What is the fee for NDA 2022 application form?

A3- Candidates belonging to the General and OBC category have to pay INR 100 as an application. Those belonging to SC/the ST category are exempted from fee payment.

Q4-What is the cut-off for NDA written exam?

A4-The cut depends on many factors like the highest score and the number of students who appeared for the exam. The last three years' cut-off ranges between 320-350 marks.

Q5-Do cadets get any salary while undergoing training at NDA?

A5-NDA cadets do not get any salary/ stipend during the training session. However, they get INR 56,100/ per month during their training at IMA.

Q6-Can we use a calculator in the NDA exam?

A6- Use of calculators, mobile phones, or any electronic device is strictly prohibited.

Q7-What are NDA1 and NDA2?

A7-NDA exam will take place twice a year in April and August. The exam conducted in April is called NDA-1, and the exam conducted in august or September is called NDA-2.

Q8- What is the date of the NDA exam 2022?

A8- As NDA takes place twice a year. NDA-1, 2022 will take place on 10 April 2022, and NDA-2 on 4 September 2022.

Q9- What are the questions asked from GK in NDA?

A9-General Knowledge is a vast subject. There are thousands of topics to frame questions. In NDA, General knowledge will cover subjects: Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography, and current events.

Q10-How many parts are there in NDA 2022 written examination?

A10- There are two parts to NDA 2022 written exam - Mathematics and GAT (General Ability Test).

Mathematics paper carries 300 marks from 120 questions. Every correct answer will give you 2.5 marks, and the wrong answer will be minus 0.83.

General Ability Test further has two papers- A and B.

Paper A includes English carrying 200. Paper B includes geography( 80 marks),history(80marks), current affairs(40marks) , General science(40marks),chemistry (60marks)and physics(100marks). Every correct answer will give you +4 and wrong -1.33.

The total stands for 900 marks (300 for mathematics and 600 for GAT). There is no negative marking for unattempted questions.

Q11- What is a good score in the NDA exam?

A11- To be on the safer side, the candidate must score a minimum of around 25% marks in each subject to clear the NDA Written Examination. After qualifying for the written exam, candidates will appear for an SSB interview.

Q12-Is there any quota in NDA?

A12- There is no quota or reservation in NDA. Only deserving candidates, qualifying the written examination, SSB interview, and a medical test, become part of the Indian Armed Forces.

Q13- What is the last day to apply for NDA 2022 exam?

A13- The registration for NDA-1, 2022 begins on 22 December 2021 and the last day to apply for it was 11 January 2022.

For NDA-2, the registration will begin on 18 May 2022, and the last day to apply for NDA2, 2022 exam is 14 June 2022.

Q14-Can we apply for NDA 2022 exam through offline mode?

A14- No, you can only apply for the NDA 2022 exam through online mode.

Q15- Can I appear for both NDA-1 and NDA -2 exams?

A15- Yes, you appear for both NDA-1 and NDA -2 exams if you fulfill the eligibility criteria.

Q16- What are preparation tips for NDA 2022 exam?

A 16- The tips are as follows-

Know the syllabus and exam pattern.
Allot time to every subject.
Complete your syllabus one month before the exam and dedicate that one month for revision.
Solve previous year's question papers.
Take mock tests and analyze your performance.

Q17-What is the monthly fee of NDA?

A17-

Admission Fee	300 (w.e.f. 1st October)
Tuition Fee	9500
Hostel Rent	1000 (For 10 days)
Tuition Fee per day	1000 (Casual Student)
Hostel Rent per day	150 (Casual Student)
Messing Fee	2700
Messing Fee	110 per day
Security	500 (Refundable)

These were some of the frequently asked questions on the NDA 2022 exam. We tried to cover all the possible questions in this blog. If you have any doubts or questions regarding NDA 2022, you are free to ask them in the comment section.

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