Can I apply for NDA exam? I am an 11th standard humanities student.

<p>The National Defence Academy (NDA) exam in India has specific eligibility criteria that candidates must meet to apply. As an 11th standard Humanities student, here are the key points you need to consider:</p><h3>Eligibility Criteria for the NDA Exam:</h3><ol><li><p><strong>Educational Qualification:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Army Wing of NDA:</strong> Candidates must have passed the 12th Class or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University. Humanities students are eligible for this wing.</li><li><strong>Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA and the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the Indian Naval Academy:</strong> Candidates must have passed the 12th Class with Physics and Mathematics. Humanities students are not eligible for these wings.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Age Limit:</strong></p><ul><li>Candidates must be between 16.5 to 19.5 years of age. The age is calculated based on the date of birth mentioned in the Matriculation/Secondary School Leaving Certificate or equivalent certificate.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Nationality:</strong></p><ul><li>Candidates must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, or 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 with the intention of permanently settling in India.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Physical Standards:</strong></p><ul><li>Candidates must be physically fit according to the physical standards for admission to the NDA and the Naval Academy as prescribed by the respective bodies.</li></ul></li></ol><h3>Application Process:</h3><ol><li><p><strong>Check Notifications:</strong></p><ul><li>The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the NDA exam twice a year. Keep an eye on the UPSC website or official notifications for the exam dates and application process.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Online Application:</strong></p><ul><li>Applications are accepted online through the UPSC website. Ensure you fill in all the details accurately and submit the necessary documents.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Preparation:</strong></p><ul><li>Start preparing for the written exam and the subsequent SSB (Service Selection Board) interviews. The exam consists of two papers: Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). Humanities students should focus on the GAT section, which includes subjects like English, General Knowledge, and current events.</li></ul></li></ol>

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