Introduction
The General Ability Test (GAT) in the NDA-I 2026 Exam carries 600 marks, out of which current affairs plays a vital role. Questions from defence news, politics, international relations, sports, awards, and science updates appear regularly.
Aspirants often underestimate current affairs, but this section can be the easiest scoring area if prepared consistently. In this article, we’ll cover:
The importance of current affairs in NDA-I 2026.
The best sources to follow.
A monthly and daily preparation strategy.
How Victor Growth Coaching helps aspirants master this section.
Why Current Affairs is Important for NDA-I 2026
Current affairs forms part of the 400-mark GK section in GAT.
Questions are asked from national, international, and defence-related events.
Knowledge of current events also helps in SSB Interview discussions.
A well-prepared aspirant can score 20–30 marks easily from this section.
Key Areas of Current Affairs for NDA-I 2026
Defence News
New weapon acquisitions, military exercises, appointments in Army/Navy/Air Force.
Example: “Who is the current Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)?”
National News
Government schemes, economic policies, awards, sports events.
Example: “Which state recently launched the XYZ welfare scheme?”
International News
Summits, treaties, global conflicts, UN activities, India’s foreign relations.
Science & Technology
ISRO missions, DRDO projects, Nobel prizes, technological advancements.
Sports & Awards
Olympics, Asian Games, national/international tournaments.
👉 Tip: Focus more on events from the last 6–12 months before April 2026.
Best Sources for NDA Current Affairs Preparation
Newspapers: The Hindu, The Indian Express.
Magazines: Pratiyogita Darpan, Competition Success Review.
Yearbooks: Manorama Yearbook 2026.
Online Sources: PIB (Press Information Bureau), Rajya Sabha TV.
Monthly Compilations: Arihant Current Affairs, Vision IAS current affairs notes.
👉 Make short notes from these sources for revision.
Daily & Monthly Preparation Strategy
Daily Routine
Read newspaper headlines (30–40 minutes).
Write 5 key points daily in a notebook.
Revise defence news weekly.
Weekly Routine
Attempt current affairs quizzes.
Revise your notes.
Monthly Routine
Go through a monthly magazine or current affairs PDF.
Revise important events from your notebook.
👉 By exam day, you should have a 6-month consolidated current affairs notebook.
How Mock Tests Help in Current Affairs
Attempting current affairs-based questions in NDA mock tests builds recall speed.
Helps you identify which topics UPSC repeats often (e.g., defence appointments, sports winners).
Victor Growth provides weekly current affairs quizzes and full-length mocks.
Why Choose Victor Growth Coaching for NDA Current Affairs?
At Victor Growth Coaching, we simplify current affairs preparation with:
Weekly Current Affairs Classes covering all national & defence news.
Monthly Current Affairs Capsules – easy-to-revise PDFs.
Mock Tests & Quizzes – UPSC-style questions for practice.
Integration with GK & SSB – current events explained in SSB discussion context.
Affordable Fee Structure for all aspirants.
👉 With Victor Growth, you stay updated, confident, and exam-ready.
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FAQs on NDA-I 2026 Current Affairs
Q1. How many months of current affairs are needed for NDA April 2026?
At least 6–12 months before the exam (July 2025 – April 2026).
Q2. Which is the best book for current affairs NDA preparation?
Manorama Yearbook and monthly compilations like Pratiyogita Darpan.
Q3. How many questions are asked from current affairs in NDA?
On average, 10–15 questions in GAT.
Q4. Can I skip newspapers and only rely on magazines?
Not recommended. Newspapers build daily awareness. Use magazines for revision.
Q5. Is current affairs useful in SSB?
Yes, SSB interviewers often ask about recent national/international issues.
Q6. Does Victor Growth provide current affairs materials?
Yes, Victor Growth offers weekly classes, monthly PDFs, and current affairs quizzes.
Q7. How can I revise current affairs before NDA exam?
Go through short notes, monthly capsules, and mock test quizzes.
