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| NDA Syllabus 2019 Mathematics & General Ability Test |
NDA 2019 is to be held on 17 November 2019. UPSC has set the NDA 2019 syllabus. NDA exam is divided into two papers - Mathematics and General Aptitude. It aims at judging a candidate on his / her logical ability and general awareness.
- Mathematics paper contains 300 marks while General Ability test holds 600 marks. The written test will be of total 900 marks.
- For every incorrect response, 0.33 marks will be deducted as negative marking in the examination.
- After clearing the written test, candidates have to go through the SSB Interview. The interview process will have total 900 marks.
NDA 2019 Exam Pattern
NDA exam pattern for both the papers is given below:PAPER I- MATHEMATICS
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Total No. of Questions | 120 |
| Marks awarded for Correct answer | 2.5 marks |
| Marks deducted for wrong answer | -0.85 |
| Exam Duration | 2.5 Hours |
| Total Marks | 600 |
| Total No. of Questions | 150 |
| No. of questions in English Section | 50 |
| No. Of questions in General knowledge Section | 100 |
| Maximum Marks for English | 200 |
| Maximum Marks for G.K | 400 |
| Marks for Correct Answer | 4 marks in both sections |
| Marks for Incorrect Answer | -1.33 marks in both sections |
| Exam Duration | 2.5 Hours |
NDA Syllabus 2019
For NDA Exam, see Exam Syllabus. The paper will include questions on the topics and topics listed below:NDA Paper I Syllabus | |
NDA Syllabus for Mathematics
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Algebra
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Differential Calculus
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Matrices and Determinants
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Integral Calculus and Differential Equations
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Trigonometry
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Vector Algebra
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Analytical Geometry of Two and Three Dimensions
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Statistics and Probability
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NDA Paper II Syllabus | |
NDA SYLLABUS FOR PHYSICS
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Physical Properties and States of Matter
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Modes of transference of Heat
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Mass
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Sound waves and their properties
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Weight
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Simple musical instruments
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Volume
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Rectilinear propagation of Light
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Density and Specific Gravity
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Reflection and refraction
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Principle of Archimedes
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Spherical mirrors and Lenses
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Pressure Barometer
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Human Eye
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Motion of objects
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Natural and Artificial Magnets
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Velocity and Acceleration
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Properties of a Magnet
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Newton’s Laws of Motion
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Earth as a Magnet
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Force and Momentum
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Static and Current Electricity
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Parallelogram of Forces
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Conductors and Non-conductors
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Stability and Equilibrium of bodies
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Ohm’s Law
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Gravitation
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Simple Electrical Circuits
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Elementary ideas of work
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Heating, Lighting and Magnetic effects of Current
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Power and Energy
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Measurement of Electrical Power
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Effects of Heat
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Primary and Secondary Cells
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Measurement of Temperature and Heat
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Use of X-Rays
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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.
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NDA SYLLABUS FOR Chemistry
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Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide, Oxidation and Reduction. Acids, bases and salts. Carbon— different forms
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Physical and Chemical Changes
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Fertilizers—Natural and Artificial
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Elements
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Material used in the preparation of substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches and Gunpowder
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Mixtures and Compounds
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Elementary ideas about the structure of Atom
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Symbols, Formulae and simple Chemical Equation
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Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights
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Law of Chemical Combination (excluding problems)
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Valency
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Properties of Air and Water
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NDA SYLLABUS FOR General Science
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Common Epidemics, their causes and prevention
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Difference between the living and non-living
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Food—Source of Energy for man
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Basis of Life—Cells, Protoplasms and Tissues
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Constituents of food
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Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals
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Balanced Diet
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Elementary knowledge of Human Body and its important organs
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The Solar System—Meteors and Comets, Eclipses. Achievements of Eminent Scientists
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NDA SYLLABUS FOR History
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Forces shaping the modern world; Renaissance
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A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation
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Exploration and Discovery; War of American Independence, French Revolution, Industrial Revolution and Russian Revolution
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Freedom Movement in India
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Impact of Science and Technology on Society
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Elementary study of Indian Constitution and Administration
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Concept of one World
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Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India
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United Nations, Panchsheel, Democracy, Socialism and Communism
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Panchayati Raj
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Role of India in the present world
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Co-operatives and Community Development
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A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation
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Bhoodan, Sarvodaya, National Integration and Welfare State
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Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi
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NDA SYLLABUS FOR Geography
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The Earth, its shape and size
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Ocean Currents and Tides Atmosphere and its composition
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Latitudes and Longitudes
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Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary Winds, Cyclones and Anticyclones; Humidity; Condensation and Precipitation
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Concept of time
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Types of Climate
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International Date Line
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Major Natural regions of the World
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Movements of Earth and their effects
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Regional Geography of India—Climate, Natural vegetation. Mineral and Power resources; location and distribution of agricultural and Industrial activities
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Origin of Earth. Rocks and their classification
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Important Sea ports and main sea, land and air routes of India
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Weathering—Mechanical and Chemical, Earthquakes and Volcanoes
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Main items of Imports and Exports of India
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NDA SYLLABUS FOR Current Affairs
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Knowledge of Important events that have happened in India in the recent years
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Prominent personalities—both Indian and International including those connected with cultural activities and sports
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Current important world events
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