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NDA/NA II 2026 was held on 13 September. The official examination page records the final application deadline as 11 June 2026 at 6:00 pm and published the question papers on 14 September. The page reviewed on 6 October did not display a written-result document; this is a dated page observation, not a claim that no subsequent notice can exist.
NDA/NA II 2026 at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
| Notification | 20 May 2026 |
| Application deadline | 11 June 2026, 6:00 pm on the official exam page; closed |
| Written examination | 13 September 2026; date now past |
| Initial vacancies | 394 provisional: 370 male and 24 female |
| Courses | 158th NDA and 120th Indian Naval Academy courses, commencing 1 July 2027 |
Official syllabus and paper structure
Appendix I of the NDA/NA II notification contains the authoritative syllabus. Mathematics carries 300 marks. GAT carries 600: English 200 and General Knowledge 400. The overview below is a revision map; read the detailed PDF for the complete scope.
Official reference: NDA/NA II 2026 scheme and syllabus.
Mathematics syllabus
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Algebra | Sets, complex numbers, progressions, quadratics, inequalities, permutations/combinations, binomial theorem and logarithms |
| Matrices and determinants | Operations, properties, inverses and linear-equation applications |
| Trigonometry | Ratios, identities, inverse functions and triangle/height-distance applications |
| Coordinate geometry | Lines, conics and three-dimensional lines, planes and spheres |
| Differential calculus | Functions, limits, continuity, derivatives and applications |
| Integration and differential equations | Standard integration methods, definite integrals, simple differential equations and applications |
| Vector algebra | Vectors, dot/cross products and geometrical or physical applications |
| Statistics and probability | Data representation, averages, variation, correlation/regression, probability and distributions |
GAT English
English tests comprehension, grammar and usage, vocabulary and coherence in extended text. Practise reading accurately under timed conditions as well as isolated grammar questions; the official syllabus is broader than memorising word lists.
GAT General Knowledge
The six broad areas are Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography and Current Events. The notification explains that the listed topics indicate scope and are not exhaustive. Physics includes basic mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity and magnetism; Chemistry includes matter, reactions and common substances; General Science includes living systems, health, food and scientific developments. Use the full PDF for the detailed history, civics, geography and current-events entries.
Written pattern and selection
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 300 marks; 2½ hours |
| General Ability Test | 600 marks; 2½ hours |
| Written maximum | 900 marks |
| SSB Test/Interview | 900 marks separately |
The written papers are objective. Mathematics and the General Knowledge part of GAT are bilingual in Hindi and English. Qualifying written marks do not alone ensure admission: SSB, medical standards, eligibility, preferences and available places remain relevant.
Preparation sequence
Start with the official syllabus and a recent official paper, identify weak topics, then combine concept revision with timed practice. Track Mathematics errors separately from English and GK gaps. Coaching topic-weightage charts are estimates unless clearly tied to a particular analysed paper; they are not an official promise for the next examination.
Preparation resources
NDA eligibility · NDA syllabus.
The official examination page provides Mathematics and General Ability Test papers uploaded on 14 September. Download the exact paper and cycle instead of treating an unattributed coaching PDF as an official question paper.
2027 planning: calendar dates only
UPSC’s calendar lists CDS/NDA I 2027 notification on 2 December 2026, applications closing on 22 December and the examination on 11 April 2027. For CDS/NDA II 2027 it lists notification on 12 May, closure on 1 June and examination on 19 September. These dates can change; the calendar does not establish the next examinations’ vacancies or eligibility rules.
Official sources and review scope
- Official notification and detailed rules
- Official examination page: deadline and published documents
- UPSC 2027 calendar: provisional dates
Read subsequent official amendments and your candidate-specific instructions. A shortlist or provisional allotment does not by itself establish appointment. No unannounced 2027 recruitment facts are inferred.
Frequently asked questions
How many marks does GAT carry?
600: English 200 and General Knowledge 400.
Is the NDA written total the same as the final combined maximum?
No. The written examination carries 900 marks and SSB carries another 900.
Where can I obtain official 2026 papers?
Use the linked UPSC NDA/NA II examination page, which lists Mathematics and GAT papers uploaded on 14 September.