NDA PREPARATION TIPS
- The first step is to make sure you have the detailed and correct syllabus. This will help you focus your studies
- Prepare a weekly schedule for your preparation and include topics from both papers
Use NCERT books for your basic preparation
- English section for 200 marks is one of the most scoring sections in the NDA examination so its important to prepare for it well
- Vocabulary cannot be increased in a day, increase your reading and try reading more difficult material then you are used to. Underline and look up any term you are unfamiliar with.
- Vocabulary synonyms are definitely asked so to prepare glance through a thesaurus to help you understand various common synonyms.
- Prepare for Part B of Paper II subject wise then revise topic wise also. The questions may not always be classified into the different sections so it`s important you are ready for the questions.
- Use specified NDA preparation books to aid you in your studies
- Understand Physics topics and concepts and also their applications
- Focus on physics topics with valid practical applications
- Its important to know the Chemistry basic concepts and understand the various classifications
- General Science consists of general biology and Environmental science. Prepare for environmental science with reference to the current situation.
- Preparing for History and Civics pay more attention to areas relating with India. You should have thorough knowledge of the Indian freedom struggle, Constitution of India and basic political science.
- Geography is based on overall Earth characteristics, atmosphere etc in addition to India so make sure your basic geography is covered
- One of the most important sections is Current affairs. You should know about the major events of the past 5 years at least. The best way to prepare is by reading newspapers or when you are short of time read through Current affair magazines.
- Practice sample papers/previous year papers to understand the style and pattern of questions and to identify your weak areas. As exams approach focus more on your weak areas and have a brief revision of topics you have mastered
- Lastly, during the exam skip any questions you are not sure of to avoid negative marking.
The key to a successful exam is confidence. Be calm, concentrate and study.