How to crack NDA in the first attempt?

Many of you would aspire to become an NDA officer. A dream job, serving your nation, and living a life of an army officer is nothing more than perfect life. What else does one want? A thrilling and happening life. But, are you preparing like that? Are you willing to sacrifice everything and crack NDA in the first attempt?

NDA isn't a moderate-level exam. Candidates compete with each other just to get selected in one of the 400 seats available in NDA. You can imagine the competition and seriousness of the exam. There is no chance of mistakes. You have to give your best.

The pandemic has made us realize the worst of worst. But still, students are working hard and efficiently to make each chance count. UPSC has released the exam dates. NDA 1 will take place on April 10, 2022, and NDA 2 on September 4, 2022. There is so much to cover in a short period. You have to look at every aspect, including the pandemic, and prepare the best.

Do you need some tips to crack NDA in the first attempt? Well, everyone does. Today we will pin down all the tips to crack NDA in the first attempt. Let's go!

Tip 1 - Get information on NDA exam patterns

NDA is not like a regular competitive exam. You need to understand NDA 2022 exam pattern and what you have to study.NDA exam takes place into two sections-

  1. NDA written exam( 900 marks)
  2. SSB Interview (900 marks)

Both the written exam and SSB interview consist of 900 marks each.

NDA written exam takes place in two parts-

Paper Name Questions Marks Maximum Time
Paper-1 Mathematics 120 300 2. hours
Paper-2 General Ability 150 600 2.5 hours

General Ability paper consists of questions from English, Physics, Chemistry, Physics, Current Affairs, Economics, History, and Political Science.

Tip 2 -Check out the cut-off.

Cut-off marks are the basis set by the authority to filter out the most deserving candidates. The previous year's cut-off will give you a little idea of how tougher the competition is getting every year. Therefore it's crucial to check out the cut-off marks and analyze the competition and make your preparation strategy.

Tip 3 - Make a timetable

Making a proper study schedule or timetable is crucial to score better in exams. You have to devote time to every subject as there is no option to leave a few topics or give importance to a particular subject.

You know the subjects and syllabus. You also know which subject requires more effort and attention. Prepare a timetable that covers all the topics. Try to make weakly goals and achieve them within the given time. Avoid procrastination or postponing the task.

Things to avoid while creating a timetable-

  • Remember not to make a timetable that is too harsh to follow.
  • Don't make a timetable that consumes all time on one subject.
  • A timetable that makes you tired isn't worth making it.
  • Divide your time among all the subjects.

Tip 4 - Find a suitable Environment.

Studying for NDA 2022 exam requires a lot of concentration and a good study environment. It will help you maximize your efforts and increase your learning efficiency. Choose a place with proper ventilation, enough lighting, and minimal distractions. Try to keep that area neat as it helps to focus.

Tip 5-Clear your basics

When you have math, physics, and chemistry as your main subjects, you need to put in a lot of effort. You have to clear your basics. Read your NCERTs thoroughly, practice all the solved examples and exercises. It will make your basics strong. Then use other books to learn detailed information on the topics.

For subjects like English, read the newspaper, novels and brush up on your grammatical skills. Practice grammar exercises and try speaking in English in your daily life. Read your geography and history book thoroughly.

Tip- Solve previous year's question paper

To crack NDA in the first attempt, solve as many previous year's question papers as possible. It will help you in many ways. Firstly, it will help you know the exam pattern and nature of questions. Secondly, it will make you aware of your weakness and strength. You will evaluate your performance and analyze your mistakes. You learn better when you observe your own mistakes.

Tip 7- Stay motivated

There would be a time when you will feel the urge to drop everything. But you don't have to fall at that time. It's a part of the preparation to feel demotivated and not give your 100%.In these harsh times; you have to pull yourself up will all the motivation.

No person is stays motivated all time. You will fall, break and feel to drop everything. But staying motivated and doing hard work even when all things are against you is what makes you a winner. Never give up!

Tip 8 - Study material

Study material plays a crucial role in cracking NDA in the first attempt. Good study material will provide quality content and save time from unnecessary information. Choose to study material wisely after a proper search or consulting a tutor.

Conclusion

There is no perfect tip to crack NDA in the first attempt. You won't achieve this in one day, one week, or one month. You have to do a lot of practice. Practice makes a man perfect and brings a lot of confidence to the candidates.

Follow the current affairs as the questions asked will not be direct. Read your textbooks thoroughly and manage your time.NDA requires focus and determination. It all starts with preparation.

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