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Mathematics
AlgebraMatricesTrigonometryCalculusVectorsStatistics & Probability
Target Defence Academy • NDA
From Classroom to Officer's Uniform.
NDA coaching in Mahendergarh with focused preparation for the National Defence Academy examination, strong Mathematics, GAT, regular testing, disciplined mentoring and an exam-first approach.
15+NDA Written Qualifiers
2Lieutenants
900 + 900Written + SSB
The NDA Route
One exam. Three Services. A life of leadership.
The UPSC NDA & NA examination is the gateway to officer training for the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy, followed by the Services Selection Board process.
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Army Wing
12th pass in the 10+2 pattern or equivalent. Students appearing in Class 12 may also apply, subject to the notification conditions.
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Navy Wing
12th pass/appearing with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) for the Navy wing and Naval Academy 10+2 Cadet Entry.
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Air Force Wing
12th pass/appearing with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), along with the other eligibility and medical standards prescribed.
Eligibility
Who can apply for NDA?
Eligibility below is aligned with the UPSC NDA & NA Examination (II), 2026 notification. Exact date-of-birth windows change from one notification to another.
NDA II 2026
Age & basic conditions
For NDA II 2026, unmarried male and female candidates born from 1 January 2008 to 1 January 2011 are eligible, subject to all other UPSC conditions.
Always check the latest UPSC notification before applying because the exact DOB window changes each cycle.
AgeNotification-specific DOB window. NDA II 2026: 01-01-2008 to 01-01-2011.
Marital StatusUnmarried male and female candidates, as prescribed in the notification.
Army WingClass 12 pass of the 10+2 pattern or equivalent; Class 12 appearing candidates may also apply.
Navy / Air ForceClass 12 pass/appearing with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM).
Written Examination
NDA exam pattern at a glance
Both written papers are objective type. Mathematics and Part B of GAT are available bilingually in Hindi and English. Wrong answers carry one-third negative marking.
Paper II
General Ability Test
English — 200 MarksGeneral Knowledge — 400 MarksPhysicsChemistryHistoryGeographyCurrent Events
900Written Marks
900SSB Marks
1/3Negative Marking
ObjectiveQuestion Type
Selection Journey
Written exam is only the first mission.
After clearing the UPSC written examination, candidates move through the SSB selection process and prescribed medical standards before final merit and academy joining.
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UPSC Written
Mathematics + General Ability Test.
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SSB Stage I
OIR tests and PP&DT screening.
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SSB Stage II
Interview, GTO tasks, psychology tests and conference.
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Medical
Medical fitness as per applicable service standards.
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Final Merit
Merit, eligibility, preferences and vacancies determine allocation.
Why choose Target Defence Academy for NDA coaching in Mahendergarh
Preparation built for the NDA standard
Concept clarity, disciplined practice and performance tracking are combined so students can prepare for both speed and accuracy.
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Mathematics Mastery
Concept-building followed by NDA-level problem solving and timed practice.
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English + GAT
Grammar, vocabulary, science, social studies, geography and current-events practice.
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Regular Testing
Topic tests, full-length mock papers, analysis and structured revision cycles.
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Performance Mentoring
Weak-area identification, doubt support and exam-oriented improvement planning.
Exam details can be revised by UPSC. The exact age/DOB window, vacancies, dates and eligibility should always be verified from the notification applicable to the student's attempt.
Your NDA journey can start here.
Build the written-exam foundation, practice under time pressure and prepare with a clear officer-entry goal at Target Defence Academy.