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NDA 2025 Exam Syllabus

NDA 2025 Exam Syllabus

The NDA exam consists of two papers:

📌 Paper-I: Mathematics (300 Marks)
📌 Paper-II: General Ability Test (600 Marks)


Paper-I: Mathematics (Code No. 01, Maximum Marks: 300)

1. Algebra

  • Concept of sets, operations on sets, Venn diagrams, De Morgan laws.
  • Cartesian product, relation, equivalence relation.
  • Representation of real numbers on a line.
  • Complex numbers – basic properties, modulus, argument, cube roots of unity.
  • Binary number system: Conversion between decimal and binary.
  • Arithmetic, Geometric, and Harmonic progressions.
  • Quadratic equations with real coefficients.
  • Linear inequalities with two variables (graphical solutions).
  • Permutations and Combinations.
  • Binomial theorem and its applications.
  • Logarithms and their applications.

2. Matrices and Determinants

  • Types of matrices, operations on matrices.
  • Determinant of a matrix and its properties.
  • Adjoint and inverse of a square matrix.
  • Solving a system of linear equations using Cramer’s Rule and Matrix Method.

3. Trigonometry

  • Angles (degrees & radians), trigonometric ratios & identities.
  • Sum and difference formulas, multiple and sub-multiple angles.
  • Inverse trigonometric functions.
  • Applications: Heights & distances, properties of triangles.

4. Analytical Geometry (2D & 3D)

  • Cartesian coordinate system, distance formula.
  • Equations of lines, angle between two lines, distance of a point from a line.
  • Equation of a circle, parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola.
  • Eccentricity and axes of conic sections.
  • 3D Geometry: Distance between two points, direction cosines & ratios.
  • Equations of planes and lines, angles between planes and lines.
  • Equation of a sphere.

5. Differential Calculus

  • Functions: Domain, range, graphs, composite functions, inverse functions.
  • Limits and continuity.
  • Differentiation: Basic rules, product/quotient rule, second-order derivatives.
  • Increasing & decreasing functions, maxima & minima applications.

6. Integral Calculus & Differential Equations

  • Integration as an inverse of differentiation.
  • Standard integrals, integration by substitution & by parts.
  • Definite integrals & applications (area under curves).
  • Differential Equations: Order & degree, general & particular solutions.
  • Applications in growth & decay problems.

7. Vector Algebra

  • Vectors in 2D and 3D, magnitude & direction, unit and null vectors.
  • Addition, scalar multiplication, dot & cross products.
  • Applications in work, force, and geometry.

8. Statistics & Probability

  • Data classification, frequency distribution, graphical representation (Histogram, Pie Chart, etc.).
  • Measures of central tendency (Mean, Median, Mode), variance & standard deviation.
  • Probability: Random experiments, sample space, events, classical & statistical probability.
  • Bayes’ Theorem, Binomial distribution.

Paper-II: General Ability Test (Code No. 02, Maximum Marks: 600)

📝 Part A: English (200 Marks)

  • Grammar and usage
  • Vocabulary
  • Comprehension
  • Cohesion in extended texts

📝 Part B: General Knowledge (400 Marks)

Section A: Physics

  • Physical Properties of Matter: Mass, Weight, Volume, Density, Specific Gravity.
  • Motion: Velocity, Acceleration, Newton’s Laws, Force, Momentum.
  • Heat & Thermodynamics: Measurement of heat, latent heat, heat transfer.
  • Sound Waves & their properties, musical instruments.
  • Optics: Reflection, Refraction, Spherical mirrors, Lenses, Human Eye.
  • Electricity & Magnetism: Ohm’s Law, circuits, X-rays.
  • General Principles: Pendulums, Pulleys, Hydrometers, Pressure Cookers, Telescopes.

Section B: Chemistry

  • Elements, Mixtures & Compounds.
  • Properties of Air & Water, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide.
  • Acids, Bases, and Salts.
  • Different Forms of Carbon.
  • Everyday Chemistry: Fertilizers, Soap, Glass, Cement, Gunpowder.
  • Atomic Structure, Molecular Weights, Valency.

Section C: General Science

  • Living & Non-Living Things.
  • Basis of Life: Cells, Protoplasm, Tissues.
  • Human Body & Important Organs.
  • Common Epidemics, Causes & Prevention.
  • Food & Nutrition: Balanced Diet.
  • Solar System, Meteors, Comets, Eclipses.
  • Achievements of Eminent Scientists.

Section D: History & Freedom Movement

  • Indian History: Culture & Civilization.
  • Freedom Movement in India.
  • Indian Constitution & Administration.
  • Five-Year Plans, Panchayati Raj, Co-operatives.
  • Concepts: Bhoodan, Sarvodaya, National Integration, Gandhi’s Teachings.
  • World History: Renaissance, Industrial Revolution, Russian Revolution.
  • United Nations, Democracy, Socialism, India’s Role in the World.

Section E: Geography

  • Earth’s Shape & Size, Latitudes & Longitudes, Time Zones.
  • Earth’s Movements & Effects, Origin of Earth.
  • Rocks & Weathering, Earthquakes & Volcanoes.
  • Ocean Currents, Tides, Atmosphere & Weather.
  • Regional Geography of India: Climate, Natural Vegetation, Minerals, Industries.
  • Major Sea Ports, Trade Routes, Exports & Imports.

Section F: Current Events

  • Important National & International Events.
  • Prominent Personalities (Indian & Global).
  • Cultural, Sports, and Political Events.

Weightage of General Ability Test Sections

Section Topic Approximate Weightage
A Physics 25%
B Chemistry 15%
C General Science 10%
D History & Freedom Movement 20%
E Geography 20%
F Current Affairs 10%

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