National Defence Academy Examination — General Ability Test
About this Exam
National Defence Academy Examination — General Ability Test (UPSC) Practice Test
The National Defence Academy Examination (NDA) — General Ability Test (GAT) is a competitive Preliminary Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Designed to assess aptitude, communication, and core general knowledge, this test is your gateway to a coveted career as you work towards admission to the NDA for training and officer-level service in the Indian Armed Forces.
Practice with a focused UPSC-style mock to improve speed, accuracy, and exam readiness for the GAT stage.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | ~75 | ~100 | 33% |
| General Knowledge | ~75 | ~200 | 66% |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 100% |
Duration: 120 minutes | Negative marking: None
What This Practice Test Covers
- English: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and usage-based questions.
- General Knowledge: Current Affairs, history, geography, science, and general awareness.
- Exam Skills: Time management and UPSC-oriented MCQ reasoning for quick elimination.
- Balanced Revision: Mixed difficulty questions to simulate the real prelims pressure.
Preparation Tips
Start with high-yield English topics—grammar rules, standard word usage, and daily editorial-based reading—to build accuracy. For General Knowledge, follow a consistent current-affairs routine and revise notes weekly from reliable sources. Attempt sectional practice first, then switch to full-length tests to train your time distribution across 150 questions. Since there is no negative marking, focus on maximizing attempted questions while maintaining steady accuracy.