NDA Exam Pattern Changes: What Dehradun Aspirants Need to Know

The NDA exam comprises two papers – the General Ability Test (GAT) and Mathematics. The time given for the exam is 2.5 hours each. Also, negative marking is done for each wrong answer. Understanding the syllabus and marking pattern is the first step towards success in the NDA exam. It is for this reason that the best NDA coaching in Dehradun starts with simplification of the syllabus.

GAT

The GAT test consists of 150 objective-type questions. Each correct answer earns 4 marks and each incorrect answer deducts 1.33 marks. You can get 600 marks for all correct answers but negative marking for incorrect answers could reduce your overall score.

Mathematics

Math test consists of 120 objective-type questions and the total marks are 300. Each question carries 2.5 marks and each incorrect answer deducts 0.83 marks from the overall score.  

·         Vector Algebra

·         Matrices & Determinants

·         Trigonometry

·         Analytic Geometry

·         Differential Calculus

·         Integral Calculus

·         Differential Equations

·         Statistics

·         Probability

The NDA exam questions are set according to the 10+2 level. So, the students need to brush up on what they have learned in their previous classes. The advantage of NDA coaching in Dehradun is it provides all necessary reading material and guidance. When you get coaching from subject matter experts, you can rest assured that you will get the best training.

The written exam is followed by an SSB interview of 900 marks. The interview also has two stages to determine the potential of NDA aspirants. Interview training is included in the NDA exam coaching. You will be trained in all subjects.

Stage 1: It is a screening and PPDT test. You will be asked to make sentences, correct spellings, and arrange words in the screening test. For PPDT, you will be shown a picture for 30 seconds and asked to describe your findings of the picture in 3 minutes.  

State 2: It consists of tasks such as group discussion, group planning, individual obstacle tasks, individual lectures, command tasks, progressive group tasks, half-group tasks, and snake race. The selectors will assess your mental ability to lead a group and handle pressure.

The best NDA coaching in Dehradun covers all the stages from written exams to SSB interviews. You will be trained to pass the written tests with high scores and clear the interview with flying colors. Coaching will boost your chances of success in the NDA exam.