{"id":27104,"date":"2026-07-08T12:43:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T07:13:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trishuldefenceacademy.in\/blog\/?p=27104"},"modified":"2026-07-08T12:46:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T07:16:34","slug":"nda-2-2026-expected-cut-off-marks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trishuldefenceacademy.in\/blog\/nda-2-2026-expected-cut-off-marks","title":{"rendered":"NDA 2 2026 Expected Cut-Off Marks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a48f991-1790-83ee-afbd-fc466d4069eb-1\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a48f991-1790-83ee-afbd-fc466d4069eb-1\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a48f991-1790-83ee-afbd-fc466d4069eb-1\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"3133ce26-a516-44d1-b2bd-3a5a30229d35\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"813\">The <strong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"586\">NDA 2 2026 Examination<\/strong>, conducted by the <strong data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"613\">UPSC<\/strong>, is scheduled for <strong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"653\">13 September 2026<\/strong>. After the exam, one of the most common questions among aspirants is, <strong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"775\">&#8220;What will be the NDA 2 2026 expected cut-off?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"1053\">Although UPSC releases the official cut-off only after the entire recruitment process is completed, experts analyze the paper&#8217;s difficulty level, previous year trends, vacancies, and candidate performance to estimate the expected cut-off.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1208\">In this article, we&#8217;ll discuss the <strong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1207\">expected written cut-off, safe score, previous year cut-offs, factors affecting the cut-off, and preparation tips<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"isqs6o\" data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1259\">NDA 2 2026 Expected Cut-Off (Written Exam)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1363\">Based on previous UPSC trends and the expected difficulty level of the exam, the estimated cut-off is:<\/p>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"height: 143px;\" width=\"679\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1576\">\n<thead data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<tr data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1373\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Stage<\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1393\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Expected Cut-Off<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1576\">\n<tr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1480\">\n<td data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1459\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Written Examination (Out of 900)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1480\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1478\">350\u2013400 Marks<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1512\">\n<td data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1494\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Safe Score<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1512\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1510\">350+ Marks<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1576\">\n<td data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1555\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Final Merit (Written + SSB out of 1800)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1576\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1574\">700\u2013750 Marks<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<blockquote data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1803\">\n<p data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1803\"><strong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1589\">Note:<\/strong> These are expected figures based on historical trends and expert analysis. The official UPSC cut-off may vary depending on vacancies and the overall performance of candidates.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"dkk3g6\" data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1847\">NDA 2 2026 Minimum Qualifying Marks<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1964\">Candidates must not only achieve the overall cut-off but also score the <strong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1963\">minimum qualifying marks in each paper<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2050\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1ynz1w2\" data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2000\"><strong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1984\">Mathematics:<\/strong> Minimum <strong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2000\">25%<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ynpfef\" data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2050\"><strong data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2034\">General Ability Test (GAT):<\/strong> Minimum <strong data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2050\">25%<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2217\">Failing to secure the sectional qualifying marks may result in disqualification even if the overall score is above the cut-off.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"znw3af\" data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2257\">NDA 2 2026 Written Exam Pattern<\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"height: 125px;\" width=\"582\" data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2374\">\n<thead data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2276\">\n<tr data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2276\">\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2267\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Paper<\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2276\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Marks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2374\">\n<tr data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2317\">\n<td data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2310\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Mathematics<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2317\" data-col-size=\"sm\">300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2354\">\n<td data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2347\" data-col-size=\"sm\">General Ability Test (GAT)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2354\" data-col-size=\"sm\">600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2374\">\n<td data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2363\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Total<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2374\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2372\">900<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2463\">Candidates who clear the written examination are shortlisted for the <strong data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2462\">SSB Interview<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"xrt66s\" data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2508\">Factors Affecting NDA 2 2026 Cut-Off<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2566\">The cut-off is influenced by several factors, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2775\">\n<li data-section-id=\"vr2267\" data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2611\">Difficulty level of the Mathematics paper<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"leqtfd\" data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2647\">Difficulty level of the GAT paper<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"17rswc3\" data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2680\">Number of candidates appearing<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"145are\" data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2708\">Total vacancies announced<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m66brk\" data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2744\">Overall performance of candidates<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6x2ar0\" data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2775\">Previous year cut-off trends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1vlhv40\" data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2819\">Previous Year&#8217;s NDA Written Cut-Off<\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"height: 169px;\" width=\"626\" data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2979\">\n<thead data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2847\">\n<tr data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2847\">\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2828\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Exam<\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2847\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Written Cut-Off<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2979\">\n<tr data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2895\">\n<td data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2888\" data-col-size=\"sm\">NDA 2 2025<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2895\" data-col-size=\"sm\">328<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2916\">\n<td data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2909\" data-col-size=\"sm\">NDA 1 2025<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2916\" data-col-size=\"sm\">312<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2937\">\n<td data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2930\" data-col-size=\"sm\">NDA 2 2024<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2937\" data-col-size=\"sm\">295<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2958\">\n<td data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2951\" data-col-size=\"sm\">NDA 1 2024<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2958\" data-col-size=\"sm\">305<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2979\">\n<td data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2972\" data-col-size=\"sm\">NDA 2 2023<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2979\" data-col-size=\"sm\">285<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3130\">These figures show that the cut-off changes each year depending on the exam&#8217;s difficulty level and competition.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1s9klyh\" data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3174\">What is a Safe Score in NDA 2 2026?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3246\">If your goal is to comfortably qualify for the SSB Interview, aim for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3399\">\n<li data-section-id=\"12xencv\" data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3297\"><strong data-start=\"3250\" data-end=\"3268\">350+ Marks:<\/strong> Strong chances of qualifying<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ysi7jp\" data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3356\"><strong data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3315\">330+ Marks:<\/strong> Excellent position for the written stage<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ladeu2\" data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3399\"><strong data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3374\">310+ Marks:<\/strong> Highly competitive score<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3495\">Remember that your <strong data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3449\">SSB Interview performance<\/strong> plays a crucial role in the final merit list.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1tbeaha\" data-start=\"3502\" data-end=\"3540\">How to Calculate Your Expected Score<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3613\">After the exam, use the NDA answer key and the official marking scheme.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"g25bua\" data-start=\"3615\" data-end=\"3630\">Mathematics<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3631\" data-end=\"3695\">\n<li data-section-id=\"crxhg4\" data-start=\"3631\" data-end=\"3663\">Correct Answer: <strong data-start=\"3649\" data-end=\"3663\">+2.5 Marks<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"jyeap8\" data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3695\">Wrong Answer: <strong data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3695\">\u22120.83 Marks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"kna0mv\" data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3727\">General Ability Test (GAT)<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3790\">\n<li data-section-id=\"mjj5mx\" data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3758\">Correct Answer: <strong data-start=\"3746\" data-end=\"3758\">+4 Marks<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1kl37fq\" data-start=\"3759\" data-end=\"3790\">Wrong Answer: <strong data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3790\">\u22121.33 Marks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3804\"><strong data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3804\">Formula:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3887\"><strong data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3887\">Expected Score = (Correct Answers \u00d7 Marks) \u2212 (Wrong Answers \u00d7 Negative Marks)<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"gi7r3a\" data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3936\">What Happens After Clearing the Cut-Off?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3938\" data-end=\"4022\">Candidates who qualify the written examination proceed through the following stages:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4183\">\n<li data-section-id=\"lmtvx2\" data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4046\">Written Examination<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nlls1e\" data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4063\">SSB Interview<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1a2dqoo\" data-start=\"4064\" data-end=\"4086\">Medical Examination<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"rb08za\" data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4106\">Final Merit List<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1r7e30q\" data-start=\"4107\" data-end=\"4183\">Training at the National Defence Academy and respective service academies<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"13v6dtf\" data-start=\"4190\" data-end=\"4227\">Why Choose Trishul Defence Academy?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4229\" data-end=\"4313\"><strong data-start=\"4229\" data-end=\"4256\">Trishul Defence Academy<\/strong> has guided thousands of defence aspirants preparing for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4315\" data-end=\"4460\">\n<li data-section-id=\"9zxfaa\" data-start=\"4315\" data-end=\"4337\">NDA Written Coaching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vk3zg0\" data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4367\">NDA Foundation (After 10th)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"72azqy\" data-start=\"4368\" data-end=\"4382\">CDS Coaching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"g5ym67\" data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4399\">AFCAT Coaching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1fpad39\" data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4424\">SSB Interview Coaching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1cs4y4e\" data-start=\"4425\" data-end=\"4439\">MNS Coaching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1scsrm1\" data-start=\"4440\" data-end=\"4460\">Air Force Coaching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"e0e56l\" data-start=\"4462\" data-end=\"4509\">Why Students Prefer Trishul Defence Academy<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4511\" data-end=\"4694\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1j9v4fc\" data-start=\"4511\" data-end=\"4540\">Experienced defence faculty<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"18a59sp\" data-start=\"4541\" data-end=\"4565\">Updated study material<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ftlelr\" data-start=\"4566\" data-end=\"4588\">Daily practice tests<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14tw1le\" data-start=\"4589\" data-end=\"4619\">Previous year paper analysis<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1iq0pz3\" data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4642\">Performance tracking<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"fpzpp4\" data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4669\">Online &amp; Offline classes<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1vn7pwn\" data-start=\"4670\" data-end=\"4694\">Dedicated SSB guidance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4696\" data-end=\"4887\">Whether you&#8217;re targeting your first NDA attempt or looking to improve your score, Trishul Defence Academy provides structured preparation to help you achieve your goal of becoming an officer.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1ht80gz\" data-start=\"4894\" data-end=\"4900\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1tj6kc5\" data-start=\"4902\" data-end=\"4953\">1. What is the expected cut-off for NDA 2 2026?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4954\" data-end=\"5118\">The expected written cut-off is around <strong data-start=\"4993\" data-end=\"5010\">320\u2013350 marks<\/strong> out of 900, depending on the exam difficulty and number of vacancies.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1p66y2x\" data-start=\"5120\" data-end=\"5163\">2. What is a safe score for NDA 2 2026?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5164\" data-end=\"5256\">A score of <strong data-start=\"5175\" data-end=\"5189\">350+ marks<\/strong> is generally considered a safe target for the written examination.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1h4ugc4\" data-start=\"5258\" data-end=\"5311\">3. Is there sectional qualifying criteria in NDA?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5312\" data-end=\"5429\">Yes. Candidates must secure at least <strong data-start=\"5349\" data-end=\"5390\">25% marks in both Mathematics and GAT<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1klh8o4\" data-start=\"5431\" data-end=\"5492\">4. When will the official NDA 2 2026 cut-off be released?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5493\" data-end=\"5576\">UPSC releases the official cut-off only after the recruitment process is completed.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1vfs357\" data-start=\"5578\" data-end=\"5635\">5. Does the SSB Interview affect the final selection?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5636\" data-end=\"5737\">Yes. Final selection is based on the combined marks of the written examination and the SSB Interview.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1scs231\" data-start=\"5739\" data-end=\"5795\">6. What are the total marks of the NDA written exam?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5796\" data-end=\"5842\">The written examination carries <strong data-start=\"5828\" data-end=\"5841\">900 marks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"wdwgje\" data-start=\"5844\" data-end=\"5884\">7. How many papers are there in NDA?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5885\" data-end=\"5976\">There are two papers: <strong data-start=\"5907\" data-end=\"5934\">Mathematics (300 marks)<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"5939\" data-end=\"5975\">General Ability Test (600 marks)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"tqkflz\" data-start=\"5978\" data-end=\"6014\">8. Can I qualify with 350 marks?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6015\" data-end=\"6174\">It depends on the actual cut-off. A score around 320 may be close, but <strong data-start=\"6086\" data-end=\"6100\">350+ marks<\/strong> generally offers a stronger chance.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"vll3hm\" data-start=\"6176\" data-end=\"6224\">9. Does UPSC release an official answer key?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6225\" data-end=\"6309\">Yes. UPSC publishes the official answer key after the recruitment process concludes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"tfy99w\" data-start=\"6311\" data-end=\"6375\">10. Where can I get NDA 2 2026 exam analysis and answer key?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6376\" data-end=\"6551\">You can follow <strong data-start=\"6391\" data-end=\"6418\">Trishul Defence Academy<\/strong> for detailed exam analysis, unofficial answer keys, expected cut-off updates, and expert guidance immediately after the examination.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"fsb6xx\" data-start=\"6558\" data-end=\"6570\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6572\" data-end=\"7141\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The <strong data-start=\"6576\" data-end=\"6613\">NDA 2 2026 Expected Cut-Off Marks<\/strong> provide a useful benchmark for evaluating your performance after the written examination. While the official cut-off will be announced later by UPSC, candidates scoring around <strong data-start=\"6790\" data-end=\"6807\">320\u2013350 marks<\/strong> may have a reasonable chance of qualifying, while aiming for <strong data-start=\"6869\" data-end=\"6883\">350+ marks<\/strong> offers a stronger margin of safety. Start preparing for the <strong data-start=\"6944\" data-end=\"6961\">SSB Interview<\/strong> as soon as you estimate a competitive score, and stay updated with <strong data-start=\"7029\" data-end=\"7056\">Trishul Defence Academy<\/strong> for answer keys, exam analysis, results, and comprehensive defence exam preparation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The NDA 2 2026 Examination, conducted by the UPSC, is scheduled for 13 September 2026. After the exam, one of the most common questions among aspirants is, &#8220;What will be the NDA 2 2026 expected cut-off?&#8221; Although UPSC releases the official cut-off only after the entire recruitment process is completed, experts analyze the paper&#8217;s difficulty level, previous year trends, vacancies, and candidate performance to estimate the expected cut-off. In this article, we&#8217;ll discuss the expected written cut-off, safe score, previous year cut-offs, factors affecting the cut-off, and preparation tips. 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