The National Defence Academy (NDA) examination is a highly competitive entrance exam conducted by the UPSC twice a year to select qualified applicants for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Due to the intense competition, aspirants must adopt robust preparation strategies to increase their chances of success. This includes thorough understanding of the selection process, syllabus, and exam pattern, taking mock tests and practicing previous years’ questions, effective time management, focusing on accuracy while solving questions, and staying updated with current affairs and defence-related news.