NDA 2020 Preparation Tips

National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Exam
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Exam Dates: 19th Apr 2020

By: R Chandrakala on Sep 18, 2017

By Preparing right for the NDA Examination, a candidate is sure to join the Indian Defence Forces. This examination is regulated by the Union Public Service Commission. This examination is the gateway to join the Indian Army, Navy and Airforce. 

Some of the important preparation strategies that have been detailed to ensure optimum preparation by the student:

Make a Study Plan

The Candidates are required to make a proper study plan as that is the basis of good preparation and execution in the NDA Examination. Study Plan should prioritize the topics across the NDA Syllabus by specifying the time required for the same. The plan should also make a provision for revision and past paper analysis.

Strong Foundation

The syllabus must be completely analyzed and those topics must be prepared with good concentration and focus. Only if you are comfortable with the basic concepts, then the candidate can solve difficult and complicated questions can be solved. 

General Knowledge and English

A candidate should have adequate proficiency in English for clearing the NDA Examination. A good impression given by a good language is sure to get a candidate selected.

General Knowledge is a portion of the syllabus wherein candidates can prepare on topics that are at least old for a period of 6 months. The Candidates should read newspapers, magazines and journals.

Study Material

The candidates should prepare from the right books. Choosing a wrong study material would not ensure adequate preparation for the examination.

Solving Mock and Previous Year Question Papers

The speed of the candidate would be improved by attempting the previous year and mock papers to get an idea of NDA Exam Pattern and the difficulty level of the questions that are asked in the examination.

Health Maintenance and Personal Appearance

Health is also a major factor in determining the selection of the candidates to the NDA Examination. The candidates should stay healthy by intake of enough food and water. Exercising and healthy habits like pursuing Yoga should help maintain a good health.