UPSC NDA II 2021 Notification: Online Application Link, Eligibility, Exam Dates, and How to Apply
As we all know UPSC has released the notification of NDA II 2021 on 9th June 2021 on its official website. NDA Exam is conducted twice every year by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) to select eligible candidates for admission to the elite National Defence Academy and Naval Academy.
The written examination will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA and Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). Candidates will be issued Admit Card for the same 10-15 days prior to the commencement of the NDA II 2021 Exam.
Start of Online Application: 9th June 2021
Last Date to Apply: 29th June 2021 (6 pm)
Examination Date: 14th November 2021
In this article, we will provide you all information regarding NDA II 2021 Exam, its Pattern, Syllabus, and Important Dates.
NDA II Notification 2021
The Official Notification for NDA II 2021 Exam was released on 9 June 2021. With the release of NDA Official Notification, the pattern, dates, syllabus etc. has been released. You can read the official notification for NDA II 2021 Exam by clicking on the link given below.
The approx number of vacancies to be filled on the results of this examination are as follows:
National Defence Academy: 370 to include 208 for Army, 42 for Navy and 120 for Air (including 28 for Ground Duties)
Naval Academy: 30 (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme)
Total Vacancies: 400
NDA II 2021 Important Dates
The dates of the NDA II 2021 Exam has been announced. The online Application for the same will start on 9th June 2021. The Admit Card for the Written Exam will be released 10-15 days prior to the commencement of the Written Exam.
Let's have a look at the detailed NDA II 2021 Exam Dates:
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Note: The online Applications can be withdrawn from 06.07.2021 to 12.07.2021 till 6:00 PM.
NDA II Exam Pattern 2021
There will be objective-type questions on:
| Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks |
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| Mathematics | 2½ Hours | 300 |
| General Ability Test | 2½ Hours | 600 |
| Total | 900 | |
| SSB Test/Interview | 900 |
The Mathematics & General Ability Test will be objective type.
The question papers of Mathematics and Part “B” of General Ability Test will be set in Hindi as well as English.
NDA Exam Syllabus 2021
Paper 1 - Mathematics (300 Marks)
| Algebra | Matrices & Determinants | Trigonometry |
|---|---|---|
| Differential Calculus | Analytical Geometry 2D & 3D | Integral Calculus |
| Differential Equations | Vector Algebra | Probability |
Paper 2 - Part A - English (200 Marks)
The syllabus covers various aspects like: Grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended text to test the candidate’s proficiency in English.
Paper 2 - Part B - General Knowledge (400 Marks)
This test will consist of 6 sections. Candidates will have to prepare the basics of all these sections for the UPSC NDA 2021 Exam. The sections are as follows:
Physics | Chemistry | General Science |
|---|---|---|
History | Geography | Current Affairs |
Paper 3: Intelligence and Personality Test
The SSB Round consists of two stages:
- Stage I comprises Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests are Picture Perception * Description Test (PP&DT).
- Stage II Comprises of Interview, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests and the Conference.
NDA II 2021 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who interested in applying must check the Eligibility Criteria before filling the application form. If a candidate does not meet the desired eligibility criteria then his application form will be rejected.Candidates who wish to apply for this job profile must be an unmarried male and must meet the following eligibility criteria:
(I) Nationality:
(i) a citizen of India, or
(ii) a subject of Nepal, or
(i) a citizen of India, or
(ii) a subject of Nepal, or
(iii)a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam intending to permanently settle in India.
Note: Candidates who are Gorkha subjects of Nepal will not be considered eligible.
(ii) Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following Educational Qualifications to complete the application process.(iii) Physical Standards
Candidates must be physically fit according to physical standards for admission to National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2021.
Candidates are advised to read the guidelines given in Appendix-IV to check whether they meet the required physical standards and whether they are eligible to apply.
(a) Running: 2.4 km in 15 minutes
(b) Skipping
(c) Pushups & Sit-ups: Minimum 20 each
(d) Chin-ups: Minimum 08
(e) Rope Climbing: 3.4 meters
Only unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 02nd January, 2003 and not later than 1st January, 2006 are eligible.
(v) Height requirements
For Ground Duty Branch
The minimum height for entry into ground duty branches- 157.5 cm.
Minimum acceptable height for Gorkhas and individuals belonging to North Eastern regions of India and hilly regions of Uttarakhand- (152.5 cm).
In the case of candidates from Lakshadweep, the minimum acceptable height can be reduced by 2 cm- (155.5 cm)
For Flying Branch
| Height Requirements | Minimum | Maximum |
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| (i) Sitting height | 81.5 cm | 96.0 cm |
| (ii) Leg Length | 99.0 cm | 120.0 cm |
| (iii) Thigh Length | – | Maximum- 64.0 cm |
How to apply for UPSC NDA 2021?
Candidates who wish to apply and are eligible must follow the steps mentioned below to apply for UPSC NDA 2021 successfully.
- Visit the official website of UPSC or click on the application link mentioned above.
- Fill the registration form with your respective credentials.
- Before submitting the part one and part two forms candidates must verify their details.
- After verifying the details filled in the application form candidates have to click on the final submit button which will redirect them to the payment window.
- After paying the online application fee candidates will be successfully registered.
Application Fee
Candidates will pay the online application fee either by depositing the money in any Branch of SBI by cash or by using the net banking facility of State Bank of India or by using Visa/MasterCard/Rupay Credit/Debit Card.NDA 2021 Exam Centres
NDA exam centres are the cities where the offline test will be conducted. Candidates need to appear for the exam in the exam centre allotted to them by the examination authority. While filling the application form, candidates need to enter their preferences of exam city. UPSC allots exam centre to candidates as per the preferences exercised by them in the application form. However, the Commission reserves the right to cancel or add exam centres.
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