NDA 2020 (September) LIVE Updates - Know Paper, Exam Analysis, Answer Key

NDA General Ability Test (GAT) paper was moderate. The questions were asked from the topics like- 

• Polity 
• Geography 
• History 
• Current affairs
• Books and author

As per HT reports, the attendance recorded in the NDA 2020 exam is 37%. most of the students skipped the examination due to the fear of increasing COVID19 cases.

NDA exam held in Ranchi with Covid precautions, 37% attendance recorded

(reports @sanjoy_dey25)
https://t.co/r1WyxMRMNu pic.twitter.com/YTuFvIjXu1

— Hindustan Times (@htTweets) September 6, 2020

The passing marks of NDA GAT paper is 25%. There is no separate qualifying marks for SC/ST or OBC. 

UPSC has successfully conducted the NDA exam 2020 today. The second paper was held from 2 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Candidates find the GAT exam moderate. Soon we will update the NDA GAT paper 2020 here. Stay updated.

The unofficial answer key of NDA Maths paper is now available. Candidates can check the answers in this answer key. It is also advised to not consider them as final answers as these are from a few coaching institutes.Click here to check the answers to the questions asked in the NDA exam 2020

An unofficial answer key and solution has been issued by a coaching institute. Candidates can click here to check the answer key and solutions.

The passing marks in NDA Maths exams is 25%. Candidates have to secure a minimum of 350-360 marks out of 900 to qualify the NDA paper 2020. However, candidates have to obtain the NDA exam passing marks in GAT as well to get selected for the SSB interview.

The second paper of NTA 2020 GAT has been started as per the NDA exam instructions.

candidates appear in NDA entrance exam 2020 at one of the examination centre in Sector 21in Chandigarh on Sunday @ks_express16@iepunjab@IndianExpress pic.twitter.com/oWs6tITk73

— kamleshwar singh (@ks_express16) September 6, 2020

UPSC NDA 2020 Answer Key-  When and where to download?

Unofficial answer keys will be released by some coaching institutes soon after the conclusion of the NDA exam 2020. While the official answer keys will be released tentatively in October 2020. 

The link to download the unofficial answer key will be updated on this page immediately after its release. 

Careers360 Team released the NDA Maths question paper 2020. Click here to download the pdf

The attendance in NDA exam 2020 is very low. In the room allotted for 25 candidates, only 9 were present to appear for exam. Keep visiting the page for latest updates on NDA September 2020

NDA exam paper of Mathematics is released unofficial for the aspirants. We will update the complete NDA question paper soon.

NDA exam paper of Maths is moderate. The topics asked in the NDA September 2020 are

• Vectors
• Quadratic equation
• Permutation nd combination

Students are now leaving the exam centres as the NDA September 2020 Paper 1 is over.

Last year, the NDA Maths paper was moderate to difficult. There was a total of 300 marks in NDA Maths paper and 1/3rd marks is deducted for each incorrect response. Students should keep the NDA exam negative marking in mind while analysing their responses.

NDA Exam Analysis for Mathematics to be released soon. The first shift of NDA 2020 will conclude at 12.30 p.m. Here, we will also update the NDA paper 2020 for both maths and GAT.

NDA Exam- Special Train for NDA Aspirants at Srinagar

Important Announcement

Two Exam Special trains for UPSC/NDA & NA exam to run towards Srinagar Station from Baramulla and Banihal Stations on 06.09.2020 with halts at Anantnag and Budgam stations.
(Passengers shall adhere to the #Covid19 related safety Norms and guidelines.) pic.twitter.com/azw8KKtz1t

— CNS Kashmir (@cnskashmir) September 6, 2020

NDA Exam 2020- Arrangements at Chandigarh Centre

The exam is started with proper guidelines. There is no misconduct or violation of guidelines.

Chandigarh: Candidates arrived at different centres across the country to write National Defence Academy (NDA) exams today. Earlier visuals from outside a school in Sector 21 that has been designated as an examination centre. pic.twitter.com/89MvQeRBZo

— ANI (@ANI) September 6, 2020

NDA Exam Centre at Delhi

All the norms of social distancing, thermal screening is being followed properly at the Delhi exam centre.

Delhi: Candidates appearing for National Defence Academy (NDA) exams, observe social distancing norms and sanitisation, at an examination centre in Lodhi Estate area, earlier today. pic.twitter.com/Sz5KZQ9Xa8

— ANI (@ANI) September 6, 2020

NDA Exam 2020- No Proper Arrangement at Prayagraj Centre

According to the latest ANI report, there is no proper arrangement at the exam centre. Candidates are worried about their safety as they traveled miles from their home to appear for NDA exam.

Prayagraj: Candidates arrive outside an examination center in the district, to write National Defence Academy (NDA) exam.

A candidate says, "There are no arrangements for us, in the wake of #COVID19. We came from far off places, without any special transport arrangement." pic.twitter.com/25irUhPBqT

— ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) September 6, 2020

NDA Exam Started

NDA exam started at the scheduled time 10 am. We will keep updating the post on exam analysis after the completion. Candidates are suggested to keep checking the NDA latest updates for post exam analysis

Police are scattering the crowd so that all the exam guidelines and precautions are followed. Entry gates will be closed soon. Candidates are advised to stay calm and be near the entrance gate.

NDA Exam Instructions for Students

NDA exam instructions are displayed at each exam center, Candidates have to follow the guideline to avoid any discrepancy. The exam will start at 10 a.m., Electronic devices like mobile, pager are not allowed inside the exam hall. The duration of the first exam is 2 hours 30 minutes.

Students at the entrance of NDA exam centre-

UPSC NDA 2020 Entry Started

The entry at exam centre is started. There is Thermal scanning at the entrance and Social distancing is being followed. Check the arrangements at the NDA exam centre. Masks and Sanitizers are necessary to carry while appearing for NDA exam.

Seating Arrangements

NDA Marking Scheme 2020

In the NDA exam, there is a negative marking of One-third marks for incorrect answers. Hence, candidates should carefully mark the answers in the exam. Know the NDA exam negative marking in the given table. 

NDA 2020 Exam Instructions for Candidates

The below instructions for NDA exam 2020 include things to carry for NDA exam.

• Candidates should have a print copy of the admit card and a valid photo ID proof in original with 2 photocopies are documents required for NDA exam.

• Face mask and hand sanitizer is a must for candidates.

• All candidates should follow the social distancing and other mandatory instructions or precautions as suggested by the invigilator.

• To avoid the last-minute rush, all candidates should reach the examination venue at least 30 minutes before the exam.

NDA 2020 Exam Schedule

The exam will be held in two shifts. NDA exam time duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. Below is the NDA exam time