HOW TO CRACK NDA : Tips and Tricks
Paper Pattern
NDA SYLLABUS 2014 AND TIPS AND TRICKS TO CLEAR |
The examination consists of 2 Papers, Mathematics (300 marks) and General Ability Test (600 marks) with objective type questions. The duration for each Paper is 2 ½ hours. Negative marking is applicable.
Syllabus
Paper I- Mathematics: Algebra, Matrices and Determinants, Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry of two and three dimensions, Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus and Differential Equations, Vector Algebra, Statistics and ProbabilityPaper II - General Ability Test
Part A: English
Part B: Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Indian History, Freedom Movement in India, Civics, Geography, Current Events
Tips:
- The first step is to make sure you have the detailed and correct syllabus. This will help you focus your studies
- Prepare a weekly schedule for your preparation and include topics from both papers
- Use NCERT books for your basic preparation
- The Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry sections should be prepared from Class 12th books and Biology, Geography, History, Political Science, and Economics should be prepared up to Class 10th level
- Study the basic mathematics concepts and application both as questions are asked in both forms: to complete the statement or to solve
- Improve your approximation and calculation skills. As questions asked in Paper I are in the form of multiple choice questions speedy approximation/calculation skills can help you narrow down to the correct answer
- Keep a quick revision sheet for important mathematics points and formulae.
- English questions under the General Ability test focus on reading comprehension, basic grammar and vocabulary. Revise basic grammar rules from a reliable source. Wren and Martin Grammar book is a good option.
- English section for 200 marks is one of the most scoring sections in the NDA examination so its important to prepare for it well
- Vocabulary cannot be increased in a day, increase your reading and try reading more difficult material then you are used to. Underline and look up any term you are unfamiliar with.
- Vocabulary synonyms are definitely asked so to prepare glance through a thesaurus to help you understand various common synonyms.
- Prepare for Part B of Paper II subject wise then revise topic wise also. The questions may not always be classified into the different sections so it's important you are ready for the questions.
- Use specified NDA preparation books to aid you in your studies
- Understand Physics topics and concepts and also their applications
- Focus on physics topics with valid practical applications
- Its important to know the Chemistry basic concepts and understand the various classifications
- General Science consists of general biology and Environmental science. Prepare for environmental science with reference to the current situation.
- Preparing for History and Civics pay more attention to areas relating with India. You should have thorough knowledge of the Indian freedom struggle, Constitution of India and basic political science.
- Geography is based on overall Earth characteristics, atmosphere etc in addition to India so make sure your basic geography is covered
- One of the most important sections is Current affairs. You should know about the major events of the past 5 years at least. The best way to prepare is by reading newspapers or when you are short of time read through Current affair magazines.
- Practice sample papers/previous year papers/NDA test papers to understand the style and pattern of questions and to identify your weak areas. As exams approach focus more on your weak areas and have a brief revision of topics you have mastered
- Lastly, during the exam skip any questions you are not sure of to avoid negative marking.
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