Upsc Nda 1

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UPSC NDA 1

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13th June 2026

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This section is crucial for candidates planning to apply for UPSC NDA-I 2026, as it provides both the application opportunity and the detailed syllabus needed for effective preparation. Knowing the exact topics and their weightage helps applicants prioritize their study efforts and maximize their chances of success. Reviewing the syllabus before applying ensures you are fully informed about what to expect in the exam.

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This page lists the section-wise syllabus and topic break-up for UPSC NDA-I 2026 — Syllabus. The content is sourced from the official notification published by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The syllabus is authoritative for the current cycle and is intended for candidate revision and topic prioritisation. Each section below lists the topics in the order they typically appear in the official notification, with sub-topic depth aligned to the question paper's weightage. Always verify against the latest notification on the official website before finalising your preparation plan, since regulators occasionally tweak weightage or add/remove subjects between cycles.

UPSC NDA 1 Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree (subject-specific where required)

Important Dates

Applications open	11th December 202611th December 2026
Application closes	Predicted 11th December 2026Predicted 11th December 2026

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Section	Topics
Mathematics (Paper I)Mathematics (Paper I)	Algebra — sets, relations, complex numbers, quadratic equations, sequences & series, permutations & combinations, binomial theorem; Matrices & determinants; Trigonometry; Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions; Differential calculus; Integral calculus & differential equations; Vector algebra; Statistics & probability.Algebra — sets, relations, complex numbers, quadratic equations, sequences & series, permutations & combinations, binomial theorem; Matrices & determinants; Trigonometry; Analytical geometry of two and three dimensions; Differential calculus; Integral calculus & differential equations; Vector algebra; Statistics & probability.
General Ability Test (Paper II) — EnglishGeneral Ability Test (Paper II) — English	Grammar & usage; Vocabulary; Comprehension passages; Cohesion in extended text; Synonyms & antonyms; Spotting errors; Cloze test; Sentence correction; Para-jumbles; Sentence improvement.Grammar & usage; Vocabulary; Comprehension passages; Cohesion in extended text; Synonyms & antonyms; Spotting errors; Cloze test; Sentence correction; Para-jumbles; Sentence improvement.
General Ability Test (Paper II) — General KnowledgeGeneral Ability Test (Paper II) — General Knowledge	Physics; Chemistry; General Science (Biology); Indian History — freedom movement; Geography of India; Current events; Indian Polity & Constitution. NDA-specific weight on national security and defence affairs.Physics; Chemistry; General Science (Biology); Indian History — freedom movement; Geography of India; Current events; Indian Polity & Constitution. NDA-specific weight on national security and defence affairs.