NDA-2 2025 Paper Analysis and Expected Cut-off Marks

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NDA-2 2025 Paper Analysis and Expected Cut-off Marks

The NDA-2 2025 exam was successfully completed on passed day September 14, 2025, with giving candidates a nationwide opportunity for admission to the most prestigious institutions of India, the National Defence Academy NDA. With the successful completion of the exam, it becomes  essential to analyze the structure of the paper to  evaluate its difficulty level and calculate what constitutes good attempts, and ensure the expected cut-off marks of the examination.

This comprehensive analysis of the paper and level of examination by your trusted academy the Shield Defence Academy in Lucknow, a leading institution and AIR producer 

 in the defence field in India. The vision is derived from student feedback, true reviews and proper evaluations, aimed at assisting aspirants in assessing their performance effectively.

Reviewing Exam Of NDA-2 2025 

If you outline the conduct of the exam, it was in two shifts. As the NDA exam consisted of two papers, Mathematics and General Ability Test, so it appeared  in two shifts on the same day.

NDA-2 2025 Attempts And Level Of Question Paper

The overall level of the NDA-2 2025 exam level as per our research and analysis was not too tough. It was an easy or moderate kind of paper . Students who possess good accuracy and who manage their time have a chance to score good and a safe number of questions in their NDA -2 attempt.

PaperLevel of DifficultyGood Attempts (Approx.)
MathematicsEasy to Moderate35–40
General Ability Test (GAT)Easy to Moderate60–65

NDA-2 2025 Exam Analysis And Overview Of Mathematics 

If we talk about the Mathematics section of the NDA-2 2025 exam, it include a diverse range of topics as per the exam requirement which reflects the breadth of knowledge that are necessary for candidates for this exam. Below this the overview of the various topics included in the exam, along with the corresponding number of questions for each area is included. This analysis offers a valuable pattern into the exam structure and the focus areas for prospective candidates.

NDA Exam Analysis 2025 of GAT Portion

The General Ability section included questions from various subjects and covered a wide range, which together form the overall assessment of the paper. Below we are adding the summary of the topics and the number of questions for your understanding , have a look

A Calculative Prediction Of NDA-2 2025 Exam Cutoff

To successfully enter the next stages of the selection process in the exam , you go for the SSB Interview and Medical exam which requires  more attention and dedication of yours , candidates to achieve the NDA cut-off marks successfully. These essential marks are established through a careful assessment process that considers various factors and aspects.

Total number of candidates

Vacancies available

Level of the exam

Marks obtained in the written exam

NDA 2 2025 Expected Cut Off

The final selection cut-off is out of 1800 marks  which consists 900 for the written exam plus  900 for SSB/Medical 

NDA Exam Cut Off (Expected)
StageCut Off
NDA 2 Written Exam375-385
Final Cutoff (Written Exam+SSB)710-720

NDA Previous Year Cut-off for Written Exam

YearNDA 1NDA 2
2024654673
2023664656
2022720678
2021709719
2020723719
2019704709
2018705688
2017708624
2016656602

Key Insights for Aspirants

Mathematics presents a manageable challenge, but effective time management is essential to dilute its complexities. English provides tons of opportunities for scoring good and get expected marks, with many questions being straightforward and direct and give chance of correction. General Knowledge (GK) requires not just the recall of facts, but also a broader awareness of Science and Current Affairs.

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