Can anyone appear in NDA exam (without physics and chemistry)?
The minimum eligibility for the NDA exam requires passing the 10+2 examination with specific subjects depending on the chosen service. Not everyone can appear in the NDA exam without Physics and Chemistry.
- Army Wing: You should have passed the 10+2 exam from a recognised board.
- Air Force & Naval Wings
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No, anyone can't appear for NDA exam without physics and chemistry. Physics, Chemistry and Maths are compulsory subjects in intermediate and this is the minimum eligibility for the students to appear in the exam.
Upvote No, anyone cannot appear for NDA exam without physics and chemistry. Physics, Chemistry and Maths are compulsory subjects in intermediate and this is the minimum eligibility for the students to appear in the exam.
Upvote No, anyone can't appear for the NDA exam without physics and chemistry. Physics, Chemistry, and Maths are compulsory subjects in intermediate and the candidate must be between 16.5 and 19.5 years old. The candidate must be unmarried till the training period is completed.
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The NDA 1 admit card has been released at upsc.gov.in. Candidates can download their e-hall ticket. The NDA 1 exam is scheduled to be conducted on April 12, 2026.
The Commission will release the NDA 2 notification 2026 on the official portal at upsc.gov.in. It will be issued on May 20, 2026. The last date to apply for NDA 2 will be June 9, 2026.
The Commission released the NDA 1 notification 2026 on December 10. Along with the notification, the application process was started. The last date to fill the application form online was December 30.
The Mathematics syllabus of NDA written exam consists of Algebra, Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry, Calculus, Statistics and Probability that is all base on 10+2 level.
The NDA final merit list is prepared based on the cumulative marks of both written exam (900) and SSB interview (900) which totals at 1800 marks.
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