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NDA Syllabus
NDA syllabus is broadly divided into two sections – Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT). The question paper of GAT will have total 150 questions while the Mathematics section will have 120 questions. To solve each section, candidates will be given 2 ½ hours.
Aspirants preparing for NDA exam can check below the syllabus –
Syllabus for Mathematics
NDA syllabus for Mathematics comprises the topics which candidates have studied in Class 12. Total marks allotted for this section is 300. This section basically test a candidates calculative skills. NDA syllabus for Mathematics is given below –
| NDA syllabus for Mathematics | |
|---|---|
| Algebra | Matrices and Determinants |
| Trigonometry | Analytical Geometry of Two and Three Dimensions |
| Differential Calculus | Integral Calculus and Differential Equations |
| Vector Algebra | Statistics and Probability |
Syllabus for General Ability Test (GAT)
The GAT comprises two parts – English and General Knowledge. The question paper of English assess a candidate’s knowledge of basic grammar and vocabulary. The question paper on General Knowledge covers current affairs, questions from Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography and Current Events. NDA syllabus for GAT is given below.
| Physics | |
|---|---|
| Physical Properties and States of Matter | Modes of transference of Heat |
| Mass | Sound waves and their properties |
| Weight | Simple musical instruments |
| Volume | Rectilinear propagation of Light |
| Density and Specific Gravity | Reflection and refraction |
| Principle of Archimedes | Spherical mirrors and Lenses |
| Pressure Barometer | Human Eye |
| Motion of objects | Natural and Artificial Magnets |
| Velocity and Acceleration | Properties of a Magnet |
| Newton’s Laws of Motion | Earth as a Magnet |
| Force and Momentum | Static and Current Electricity |
| Parallelogram of Forces | Conductors and Non-conductors |
| Stability and Equilibrium of bodies | Ohm’s Law |
| Gravitation | Simple Electrical Circuits |
| Elementary ideas of work | Heating, Lighting and Magnetic effects of Current |
| Power and Energy | Measurement of Electrical Power |
| Effects of Heat | Primary and Secondary Cells |
| Measurement of Temperature and Heat | Use of X-Rays |
| General Principles in the working of the following: Simple Pendulum, Simple Pulleys, Siphon, Levers, Balloon, Pumps, Hydrometer, Pressure Cooker, Thermos Flask, Gramophone, Telegraphs, Telephone, Periscope, Telescope, Microscope, Mariner’s Compass; Lightning Conductors, Safety Fuses. | |
| Chemistry | |
|---|---|
| Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide, Oxidation and Reduction. Acids, bases and salts. Carbon— different forms | Physical and Chemical Changes |
| Fertilizers—Natural and Artificial | Elements |
| Material used in the preparation of substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches and Gunpowder | Mixtures and Compounds |
| Elementary ideas about the structure of Atom | Symbols, Formulae and simple Chemical Equation |
| Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights | Law of Chemical Combination (excluding problems) |
| Valency | Properties of Air and Water |
| General Science | |
| Common Epidemics, their causes and prevention | Difference between the living and non living |
| Food—Source of Energy for man | Basis of Life—Cells, Protoplasms and Tissues |
| Constituents of food | Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals |
| Balanced Diet | Elementary knowledge of Human Body and its important organs |
| The Solar System— Meteors and Comets, Eclipses. Achievements of Eminent Scientists | |
| History | |
|---|---|
| Forces shaping the modern world; Renaissance | A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation |
| Exploration and Discovery; War of American Independence, French Revolution, Industrial Revolution and Russian Revolution | Freedom Movement in India |
| Impact of Science and Technology on Society | Elementary study of Indian Constitution and Administration |
| Concept of one World | Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India |
| United Nations, Panchsheel, Democracy, Socialism and Communism | Panchayati Raj |
| Role of India in the present world | Co-operatives and Community Development |
| A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation | Bhoodan, Sarvodaya, National Integration and Welfare State |
| Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| The Earth, its shape and size | Ocean Currents and Tides Atmosphere and its composition |
| Latitudes and Longitudes | Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary Winds, Cyclones and Anticyclones; Humidity; Condensation and Precipitation |
| Concept of time | Types of Climate |
| International Date Line | Major Natural regions of the World |
| Movements of Earth and their effects | Regional Geography of India—Climate, Natural vegetation. Mineral and Power resources; location and distribution of agricultural and Industrial activities |
| Origin of Earth. Rocks and their classification | Important Sea ports and main sea, land and air routes of India |
| Weathering—Mechanical and Chemical, Earthquakes and Volcanoes | Main items of Imports and Exports of India |
| Current Affairs | |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of Important events that have happened in India in the recent years | Prominent personalities—both Indian and International including those connected with cultural activities and sports |
| Current important world events | – |
Also check details of NDA exam pattern and download previous years’
NDA question papers’.
