NDA Syllabus 2026
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NDA syllabus, topic-wise
UPSC publishes the full syllabus with every notification. In brief:
Paper I: Mathematics (300 marks)
- Algebra, matrices and determinants
- Trigonometry and its applications
- Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions
- Differential calculus and integral calculus, differential equations
- Vector algebra
- Statistics and probability
Paper II: General Ability Test (600 marks)
- Part A English: grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended text
- Part B General Knowledge: physics, chemistry, general science, history and the freedom movement, geography, current events
The syllabus is a summary and can change with each notification. The official notification is final.
How to cover the NDA syllabus
The NDA syllabus has 2 main areas: Paper I: Mathematics (300 marks), Paper II: General Ability Test (600 marks). Finish the area that carries the most marks first, then revise the others in rotation, and take a timed mock test every week to see which topics still cost you marks.
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Free NDA tests
NDA Paper I (Mathematics) Mock Test 1
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Himachal GK Free Mock Test 1
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NDA: frequently asked questions
What is the NDA syllabus?
The NDA syllabus has 2 main areas: Paper I: Mathematics (300 marks) and Paper II: General Ability Test (600 marks). The topic-wise list is on this page.
How many subjects are there in the NDA syllabus?
This page groups the NDA syllabus into 2 areas: Paper I: Mathematics (300 marks) and Paper II: General Ability Test (600 marks).
Is this the official NDA syllabus?
No. It is a summary prepared for practice and can change with each notification. The official notification is final, so confirm it there.
Can I practise the NDA syllabus topic by topic?
Yes. Subject and topic tests are linked on this page, and every test runs in the real computer-based format with Hindi and English questions.
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