Can Biology Student Apply for NDA?
By BYJU'S Exam Prep
Updated on: September 11th, 2023
NDA is one of the best entries to join the defence forces. The students in class 12th and passing class 12th can apply for this entry to join Army, Navy, and Air Force. “Can Biology students apply for NDA exam?” is the most frequently asked question. In this article, we will discuss the eligibility criteria for NDA entry, age limit, educational qualification, and exam pattern for Biology students.
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NDA Eligibility Criteria for Biology Students
The question is frequently asked, Are Biology Students Eligible for NDA? and the answer to that is in the official notification. You can find the answer to your queries related to the age limit, minimum height, etc., in the following table:
| Eligibility Criteria for NDA | Details |
| Who can Apply? | Male & Female Candidates |
| Age Limit | 16.5 – 19.5 Years |
| Minimum Height | Male: 157 cms (Note- Relaxation is there for candidates, depending on Region ) |
| Female: 152 cms (Note- Relaxation is there for candidates, depending on Region ) | |
| Male & Female Candidates (Flying Branch)- 162.5 cms |
NDA Educational Qualification for Biology Students
The educational criteria for commerce students for applying for the NDA Exam and filling out the application form are also provided by UPSC in official notification. Check the following details for NDA for Biology Students:
| NDA Educational Qualification | Details | Can Biology Students Apply for NDA? |
| For Army Wing of NDA | 12th Class pass with the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent examination conducted by a State Education Board or a University. |
Yes |
| For Air Force and Naval Wings of NDA | 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University. | No |
| For the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme at the INA | 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern of School Education or equivalent conducted by a State Education Board or a University. | No |
NDA Exam Pattern for Biology Students
Before preparing for the exam, you must go through the exam pattern. This will give you an idea of the exam and help the students understand the different parameters of the exam.
|
Exam Name |
Duration |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
|
|
Mathematics |
2 ½ hours |
120 |
300 |
|
|
General Ability Test |
English |
2 ½ hours |
50 |
200 |
|
General Knowledge |
100 |
400 |
||
|
SSB Interview |
– |
50 |
900 |
|
|
Total |
1800 |
|||
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