UPSC NDA Syllabus 2026 – Mathematics & GAT Exam Pattern

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Short Information

UPSC NDA & NA 2026 syllabus covering Mathematics, General Ability Test, English, General Knowledge and selection process.

Important Dates / 2026 Cycle

2026 examination cycle

Application Fee

Refer to the official notification for the applicable fee, exemptions and payment rules.

Eligibility

Eligibility varies by examination. Refer to the official notification for educational qualification, age limit, nationality and other conditions.

Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	Maximum Marks	Duration
Paper-I	Mathematics	300	2½ Hours
Paper-II	General Ability Test	600	2½ Hours
GAT Part A	English	200	Included in GAT
GAT Part B	General Knowledge	400	Included in GAT
SSB	Intelligence & Personality Tests	As prescribed	Multi-stage

Complete Syllabus

Mathematics: Algebra; matrices and determinants; trigonometry; analytical geometry of two and three dimensions; differential calculus; integral calculus and differential equations at the prescribed level; vector algebra; statistics and probability.
English: Grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended text to test understanding and correct use of English.
General Knowledge – Physics: Physical properties, motion, effects of heat, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, common machines and basic scientific principles.
General Knowledge – Chemistry: Physical and chemical changes, elements, mixtures and compounds, air and water, oxidation/reduction, acids, bases and salts, carbon, fertilizers and common industrial materials.
General Knowledge – General Science: Living organisms, human systems, nutrition, diseases, microorganisms and basic scientific developments.
History: Indian history, freedom movement, Constitution and administration, national movement and broad developments in the modern world.
Geography: Earth, atmosphere, climate, rocks, oceans, winds, Indian geography, natural regions, resources and major economic activities.
Current Events: Important recent national and international events, personalities, sports and defence-related developments.

Selection Process

Written Examination → SSB Interview/Intelligence and Personality Tests → Medical Examination → final merit and academy allocation.

Important Note

This syllabus summary is prepared from the official examination scheme/notification sources. Candidates should always check the latest official notice for amendments, paper-wise marks, qualifying requirements and discipline-specific details.

How to Prepare / Apply

Read the official notification and syllabus carefully. Prepare each subject according to the latest official scheme, practise previous-year question papers, and follow the Commission/IBPS website for any corrigendum or change in examination pattern.

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