NDA Passing Marks Out of 900 – Complete Guide for Aspirants

The National Defence Academy (NDA) exam is the dream gateway for students who want to join the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force. The written exam is conducted for 900 marks, and students often ask: “What are the NDA passing marks out of 900?” This blog explains the latest cutoff trends, safe score, exam structure, and preparation tips in simple language.

NDA Passing Marks (Out of 900)

The NDA written exam is of 900 marks. But to qualify for the SSB interview, students need to score above the cutoff.

• Cutoff Range (Recent Years): 298–328 marks. 👉 This means if you score around 300 marks, you may qualify.
• Safe Score: 350+ marks. 👉 Students should aim for 350+ to stay above cutoff and increase chances of selection.
• Final Merit: Written exam (900 marks) + SSB interview (900 marks) = 1800 marks. 👉 Even after clearing written, performance in SSB is equally important.

NDA Exam Structure Explained

The NDA exam has two papers:

1. Mathematics – 300 Marks

• Covers Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Probability, Statistics.
• Short Note: NCERT Class 11 & 12 basics are the backbone.
• Tip: Practice previous year papers to understand question style.

2. General Ability Test (GAT) – 600 Marks

• English (200 Marks): Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension.
• General Knowledge (400 Marks): Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Current Affairs.
• Short Note: GAT is scoring if you prepare GK + English daily.

👉 Total Written Exam = 900 Marks 👉 SSB Interview = 900 Marks 👉 Grand Total = 1800 Marks

How to Prepare for NDA Written Exam

1. Master NCERT Basics –
   Revise Class 11 & 12 Maths & Science. 👉 Without NCERT clarity, NDA Maths is tough.
2. Practice Previous Year Papers –
   Builds exam confidence. 👉 Helps in time management and spotting repeated topics.
3. Strengthen GAT Section –
   English + GK daily practice. 👉 Reading newspapers and grammar exercises help.
4. Take Mock Tests –
   Simulate exam conditions. 👉 Analyze mistakes and improve speed.
5. Aim for 350+ Marks –
   Balance Maths + GAT. 👉 Safe score ensures SSB call.

Convex Classes Jaipur – Best NDA Coaching

At Convex Classes Jaipur, we provide:

• Expert NDA Faculty led by Anil Doolani Sir.
• Complete NDA syllabus coverage (Maths + GAT + SSB).
• Hostel facility for focused study.
• New NDA batch starting April 2026.
• Personalized mentorship with doubt‑clearing and performance tracking.

👉 With structured coaching and hostel support, students can confidently prepare for NDA and secure their place in the Armed Forces.

FAQs

Q1. What are the passing marks for NDA out of 900?

👉 Around 298–328 marks in recent years.

Q2. Is scoring 350+ in NDA written exam safe?

👉 Yes, it usually keeps you above cutoff and increases chances of SSB call.

Q3. Who is the best NDA teacher in Jaipur?

👉 Anil Doolani Sir at Convex Classes Jaipur is highly respected for NDA coaching.

Q4. Does Convex Classes provide hostel facility?

👉 Yes, hostel facility is available for NDA aspirants starting from the April 2026 batch