EMRS Lab Attendant Mock Test, Syllabus & Pattern
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Recruitment Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 146
- Applicants Volume: TBD
- Pay Scale / Salary: Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900
- Eligibility Criteria: 10th/12th
- Last Date to Apply: 2025-10-22
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EMRS Lab Attendant Eligibility 2025: Age & Educational Qualification
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Age Limit
The age of the candidates should fall within the prescribed age limit, which is 30 years and 55 years for EMRS employees. However, specific Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and other categories as applicable under the Govt. of India Rules.
Age Limit Relaxations
The age of the candidates should fall within the prescribed EMRS Lab Attendant age limit, which is 30 years and 55 years for EMRS employees. However, specific age relaxations will be provided for candidates belonging to various categories, as per government guidelines.
| Category of Persons | Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession |
| --- | --- |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. <br> (Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.) |
| Category of Persons | |
| Extent of age <br> Relaxation/Concession | |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | |
| 5 years | |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | |
| 3 years | |
| Candidates with 3 years continuous service in Central Govt. provided the posts are in same or allied cadres. | |
| 5 years | |
| Persons ordinarily domiciled in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir <br> during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | |
| 5 years | |
| Women (All Category) only if applying for PGTs posts | |
| 10 years | |
| Persons with disabilities (including women) <br> (i) SC/ST <br> (ii) OBC <br> (iii) General <br> For women with disability, clause (e) is not <br> applicable | |
| 15 years <br> 13 years <br> 10 years | |
| For other than permanent employees working in EMRS as on <br> 01/07/2025 | |
| 55 years | |
| EMRS employees – who are appointed on regular pay scales <br> for EMRS. | |
| 55 years | Ex-Servicemen who have put in not less than six months continuous service in Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) shall be allowed to deduct the period of such service from his/her actual age and if the resultant age does not exceed maximum EMRS Lab Attendant age limit prescribed for the post by more than three years, he/she shall be deemed to satisfy the condition regarding EMRS Lab Attendant age limit. |
(Important: Such ex-serviceman who are already employed as regular civil employees under Government by availing benefit of reservation as ex-serviceman are entitled for age relaxation only as provided under extant rules.)
Note:
(i) The candidate's age should not be greater than 55 as of 23.10.2025 (closing date of application), weighing every relaxation or concession in a specific situation.
(ii) All the concessions mentioned above will be concurrent i.e. If a person is eligible for more than one concession, only one of the concessions of the highest permissible limit, will be granted.
(iii) Non-permanent teaching staff working in EMRSs as on01/07/2025 shall be eligible for age relaxation up to 55 years including all relaxations. There will not be any relaxation in the minimum EMRS Lab Attendant eligibility criteria for the post they wish to apply for.
Education Qualification
Candidates aspiring to become Lab Attendants in the Eklavya Model Residential Schools must meet the EMRS Lab Attendant educational qualifications specified by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Candidates must be 10th Class Pass with a certificate/diploma in Laboratory technique OR 12th Class with science stream from a recognized board/university.
Number of Attempts
The EMRS Lab Attendant exam usually does not have a set limit on the number of retakes. When applying and taking the exam, qualified candidates may do so as often as necessary until they reach the oldest age permitted for that recruitment. However, applicants must fulfill the requirements for each attempt, and a fresh application is needed for every round of hiring process.
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Annual Package for the EMRS Lab Attendant 2025
The EMRS Lab Attendants' annual compensation is competitive and in accordance with established government standards and guidelines. It includes the base pay as well as a number of bonuses and benefits like health insurance, leave policies, retirement benefits, and chances for professional advancement. Depending on elements like experience, qualifications, location, and governmental requirements, the specific package might change. The annual EMRS Lab Attendant salary that will be offered to selected candidates will be INR 2,16,000 - 6,82,800.
EMRS Lab Attendant Additional Perks & Benefits
The additional perks and benefits available to EMRS Lab Attendant job profile improve their overall employment experience. Depending on elements like governmental regulations, organizational policies, and specific employment terms, the particular perks and benefits may change. Here are some typical extra benefits and perks provided to EMRS lab attendant job profile:
- Medical Coverage: Lab Attendants frequently receive medical coverage that includes health insurance, giving them access to medical services for themselves and their dependents as well as financial security.
- Provisions for Leave: The ability to maintain a healthy work-life balance and take care of personal or family needs is made possible by the fact that attendants are eligible for a variety of leaves, including annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and special leave.
- Retirement Benefits: EMRS Lab Attendants are eligible for retirement benefits, such as the employee-funded Employee Provident Fund (EPF) or pension plan, which ensures their financial security after their employment has ended.
- Professional Development: Workshops, seminars, and training programmes may be made available to lab attendants in order to improve their abilities and knowledge of laboratory procedures and related subjects.
- Transportation Allowance: To make it easier for Lab Attendants to commute to and from work, some organizations provide them with transportation allowances.
- Housing Facilities: In some circumstances, Lab Attendants might be qualified for housing facilities offered by the organization or get a housing allowance to help with their housing needs.
- Gratuity: Lab Attendants who have worked for the company for a predetermined number of years may be eligible for a gratuity payment, which is a one-time payment made in appreciation for their devoted service.
- Insurance Protection: Lab Attendants may receive additional insurance protection, such as life insurance or accidental insurance, to ensure financial security in the event of unforeseen events.
- Performance-Based Incentives: Lab Attendants may receive performance-based incentives or bonuses in recognition of exceptional performance, encouraging them to excel in their positions.
- Professional Setting: Working in educational institutions like Eklavya Model Residential Schools provides Lab Attendants with a professional setting in which they can interact with professors, pupils, and other staff members, promoting both personal and professional development.
EMRS Lab Attendant Salary Slip
A document given to Lab Attendants that provides a thorough breakdown of their EMRS Lab Attendant salary components for a particular pay period is called the EMRS Lab Attendant salary slip. It contains details like the base pay, benefits, tax deductions, and net pay. With the help of the EMRS Lab Attendant salary slip, which serves as a record of the Lab Attendant's earnings and deductions, their financial compensation is made transparent and clear. It aids in accurate payment and financial planning by assisting them in keeping track of their EMRS Lab Attendant salary components and understanding the deductions made.
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EMRS Lab Attendant In Hand Salary
The amount received by EMRS Lab Attendants after deductions for taxes, provident funds, and other necessary deductions is referred to as their "EMRS Lab Attendant in-hand salary." Taking into account all of the parts of their compensation package, it represents the actual amount they earn. The EMRS Lab Attendant in hand salary that selected employees will be getting will be around INR 18000-56900.
EMRS Lab Attendant Probation Period 2025
For a set amount of time at the start of their employment, EMRS Lab Attendants are put through a probationary period during which their performance and suitability for the position are evaluated under EMRS Lab Attendant job profile. It serves as a trial period for the company and the employee to assess how well the Lab Attendant fits the job's requirements and has the necessary skills. Candidates who are chosen will initially serve a two-year probationary period, which the Competent Authority may choose to extend. Services of a probationer may be terminated at any time during the probationary period without giving a reason.
EMRS Lab Attendant Career Growth and Promotion
The Eklaya Model Residential Schools offer opportunities for EMRS Lab Attendant career growth advancement and promotion for lab attendants. Lab Attendants can improve their abilities, broaden their knowledge, and assume more responsibility as they gain knowledge and experience through ongoing professional development. Roles like Senior Lab Attendant, Lab Supervisor, or other supervisory positions within the laboratory or related departments may be available as promotion opportunities.
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Within the prestigious Eklavya Model Residential Schools, the position of EMRS Lab Attendant offers a rewarding EMRS Lab Attendant career growth path. The position offers a satisfying and fulfilling work experience with a competitive EMRS Lab Attendant salary package, additional perks and benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Lab Attendants are essential to maintaining laboratory operations, ensuring safety, offering assistance, and assisting students in their academic development. Candidates preparing for the EMRS Lab Attendant Exam can use the Testbook app, which provides thorough study materials and practice resources designed to meet exam requirements.
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| NDA Syllabus 2026 Overview | Exam Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Exam Name | National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination 2026 | |
| Mode of Exam | Offline | |
| Selection Process | Written Exam and SSB Interview | |
| Written Exam Papers | Mathematics and General Ability Test (GAT) | |
| Total Marks (Written Exam) | 900 Marks | |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd Marks Deducted for Wrong Answers | |
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| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | |
| Language of Paper | English and Hindi | |
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| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
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| SSB Test/Interview | 900 | | | | |
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| --- | --- |
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| NDA Syllabus for Integral Calculus & Differential Equations | - Integration as inverse of differentiation, integration by substitution and by parts, standard integrals involving algebraic expressions, trigonometric, exponential, and hyperbolic functions. <br> - Evaluation of definite integrals—determination of areas of plane regions bounded by curves—applications. <br> - Definition of order and degree of a differential equation, formation of a differential equation by examples. <br> - General and particular solution of a differential equation, solution of first-order and first-degree differential equations of various types—examples. <br> - Application to problems of growth and decay. |
| NDA Syllabus for Vector Algebra | - Vectors in two and three dimensions <br> - Magnitude and direction of a vector <br> - Unit and null vectors <br> - Addition of vectors <br> - Scalar multiplication of a vector <br> - Scalar product or dot product of two vectors <br> - The vector product or cross product of two vectors <br> - Applications in work done by a force and moment of a force, and in geometrical problems |
| NDA 2026 Syllabus for Statistics & Probability | - Statistics: <br> - Classification of data <br> - Frequency distribution <br> - Cumulative frequency distribution—examples <br> - Graphical representation—Histogram, Pie Chart, frequency polygon— examples <br> - Measures of Central Tendency—Mean, Median, and Mode <br> - Variance and standard deviation—determination and comparison <br> - Correlation and regression <br> - Probability: <br> - Random experiment, outcomes, and associated sample space, events <br> - Mutually exclusive and exhaustive events, impossible and certain events <br> - Union and Intersection of Events <br> - Complementary, elementary, and composite events <br> - Definition of probability—classic and statistical—examples <br> - Elementary theorems on probability—simple problems <br> - Conditional probability, Bayes’ theorem—simple problems <br> - Random variable as a function on a sample space <br> - Binomial distribution, examples of random experiments giving rise to the Binomial distribution. |
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NDA General Ability Test Syllabus 2026 - Paper II
The UPSC NDA GAT Syllabus is all about the General Ability Test (GAT), covering different subjects you need to know. These include General Knowledge (GK), English, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, General Science & Current Events. There are 150 questions in total, with 50 in English and 100 in GK, which includes other subjects & current affairs.
| Part A: English | Part B: General Knowledge |
| --- | --- |
| - Grammar and usage <br> - Vocabulary <br> - Comprehension and cohesion in extended text | - Section A - Physics <br> - Section B - Chemistry <br> - Section C - General Science <br> - Section D - History, Freedom Movement, etc. <br> - Section E - Geography <br> - Section F - Current Events |
NDA Syllabus for English - Paper A
Below is the NDA 2026 Syllabus for the English Section. It has easy topics that can help aspirants score well. The difficulty level is easy to moderate, with more questions to be attempted with less effort.
- Grammar & usage
- Comprehension & cohesion
- Spotting errors
- Para Jumbling
- Fill in the blanks
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Vocabulary
- Cloze Test
- Idioms & Proverbs
- Completion of Sentence & Para
- Sentence Correction & Improvement
NDA Syllabus for General Awareness 2026 - Paper B
UPSC NDA General Awareness Syllabus 2026 covers a wide mix of basic subjects that help evaluate a candidate’s overall knowledge level. This section checks awareness of science, history, geography & recent events relevant to defence preparation.
NDA Syllabus Physics
- Physical Properties and States of Matter
- Mass, Weight, Volume, Density, and Specific Gravity
- Principle of Archimedes
- Pressure Barometer
- Motion of objects
- Velocity and Acceleration
- Newton’s Laws of Motion, Force, and Momentum
- Parallelogram of Forces
- Stability and Equilibrium of Bodies
- Gravitation
- Elementary ideas of Work, Power, and Energy
- Effects of Heat, Measurement of Temperature and Heat, Modes of Transference of Heat
- Sound waves and their properties
- Simple musical instruments
- Rectilinear propagation of light, reflection, and refraction
- Spherical Mirrors and Lenses
- Human Eye
- Natural and Artificial Magnets, Properties of a Magnet
- Earth as a Magnet
- Static and Current Electricity
- Conductors and Non-conductors
- Ohm’s Law, Simple Electrical Circuits
- Heating, Lighting, and Magnetic Effects of Current
- Measurement of Electrical Power
- Primary and Secondary Cells
- Use of X-Rays
General Principles in the working of the following:
- Simple Pendulum,
- Simple Pulleys,
- Siphon, Levers,
- Balloon
- Pumps
- Hydrometer
- Pressure Cooker
- Thermos Flask
- Gramophone
- Telegraphs
- Telephone
- Periscope
- Telescope
- Microscope
- Mariners Compass
- Lightning Conductors
- Safety Fuses
NDA Syllabus Chemistry
- Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Carbon Dioxide, Oxidation and Reduction.
- Acids, bases, and salts.
- Carbon— different forms.
- Fertilizers—Natural and Artificial.
- The material used in the preparation of substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches and Gunpowder.
- Elementary ideas about the structure of an atom.
- Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights.
- Valency.
- Physical and Chemical Changes .
- Elements.
- Mixtures and Compounds.
- Symbols, Formulae and simple Chemical Equation.
- Law of Chemical Combination (excluding problems).
- Properties of Air and Water.
NDA Syllabus General Science
- Common Epidemics, their causes and prevention.
- Food-Source of Energy for man.
- Constituents of food.
- Balanced Diet.
- The Solar System: Meteors and Comets, Eclipses. Achievements of Eminent Scientists.
- Difference between the living and non-living.
- Basis of Life—Cells, Protoplasms and Tissues.
- Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals.
- Elementary knowledge of the Human Body and its important organs.
NDA Syllabus History
- Forces shaping the modern world: The Renaissance .
- Exploration and Discovery; War of American Independence, French Revolution , Industrial Revolution and Russian Revolution .
- Impact of Science and Technology on Society.
- Concept of one World.
- United Nations , Panchsheel , Democracy , Socialism and Communism .
- Role of India in the present world.
- A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation .
- Basic Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.
- Freedom Movement in India .
- Elementary study of the Indian Constitution and Administration.
- Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India.
- Panchayati Raj .
- Co-operatives and Community Development .
- Bhoodan , Sarvodaya , National Integration and Welfare State.
NDA Syllabus Geography
- Latitudes and Longitudes .
- The Earth , its shape and size.
- Ocean Currents and Tides .
- Concept of time.
- International Date Line.
- Movements of Earth and their effects.
- Origin of Earth, Rocks, and their classification.
- Weathering —Mechanical and Chemical.
- Earthquakes and Volcanoes .
- Earth’s Functioning - Ocean Currents, Tides, Atmosphere and its composition , Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary Winds, Cyclones and Anticyclones, Condensation, Humidity and Precipitation .
- Types of Climates.
- Major Natural regions of the World.
- Regional Geography of India—Climate, Natural vegetation , Mineral and Power resources; location and distribution of agricultural and Industrial activities.
- Important Sea ports and main sea, land, and air routes of India.
- Main items of Imports and Exports of India.
NDA Syllabus Current Affairs
- Important events in India in recent years
- Prominent personalities
- Current important world events
NDA Syllabus for SSB Interview: Intelligence and Personality Test
Once a candidate has successfully passed the written examination, they will need to prepare for a series of tests administered by the Selection Board in order to fully assess their suitability for military service. The SSB round consists of two stages:
- Stage I: This stage comprises the Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests are Picture Perception and Description Test (PP&DT).
- Stage II: This stage comprises Interview, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests, and the Conference.
| NDA Exam Syllabus for Personality Test | Stages and Tests |
| --- | --- |
| Types of tests | |
| Stage 1: Screening Test | |
| - Verbal and non-verbal tests. <br> - PPDT | |
| Stage 2 | |
| Psychological Test | |
| - Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) <br> - Word Association Test (WAT) <br> - Situation Reaction Test (SRT) <br> - Self-Description Test (SD) | |
| Group Testing Officer Tasks | |
| - Group Discussion(GD) <br> - Group Planning Exercise(GPE) <br> - Progressive Group Task(PGT) <br> - Half Group Task(HGT) <br> - Individual Obstacles Task(IOT) <br> - Command Task <br> - Snake Race/Group Obstacle Race <br> - Individual lecture <br> - Final Group Task(FGT) | |
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UPSC NDA Syllabus 2026 Subject-wise Breakdown
The NDA Exam Syllabus 2026 is officially set by UPSC. It consists of two main written examination papers - Mathematics and the General Ability Test (GAT). In order to succeed in the NDA Exam, one has to be aware of the NDA exam pattern. It consists of a total of 900 marks for the written examination and another 900 marks for the SSB interview. Here is the NDA Syllabus, important topics to help you prepare for the NDA Exam effectively.
NDA Maths Syllabus Important Topics
The NDA maths syllabus for the exam tests the candidate’s calculation speed and clarity of concepts, which are generally from the class 11 and 12 levels. The paper is the first test of the NDA exam syllabus.
| Category | High-Priority Topics |
| --- | --- |
| Algebra | |
| - Sets & Venn Diagrams <br> - Complex Numbers (Modulus & Argument) <br> - AP/GP/HP <br> - Quadratic Equations, and <br> - Permutations & Combinations. | |
| Trigonometry | |
| - Trigonometric Identities, <br> - Inverse Trigonometric Functions, and <br> - Heights & Distances. | |
| Calculus | - Limits, Continuity, <br> - Differentiability, <br> - Maxima/Minima, and <br> - Definite Integrals. |
| Analytical Geometry | - Straight Lines, <br> - Circles, and <br> - Conic Sections (Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola). |
| Vector Algebra | |
| Dot and Cross products of vectors and their geometric applications. | |
| Probability | |
| - Bayes’ Theorem, <br> - Binomial Distribution, and <br> - Conditional Probability. | |
NDA GAT Syllabus Important Topics
The Important Topics section highlights the topics included in the English, Physics, Chemistry, General Science, History, Geography, and Current Affairs Subjects of the NDA Syllabus. Knowing the important topics included in the UPSC NDA syllabus helps to prepare for the NDA exam.
| Subject | Important Topics |
| --- | --- |
| English | Grammar, Spotting Errors, Sentence Improvement, Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, Reading Comprehension |
| Physics | |
| Laws of Motion, Work, Energy & Power, Reflection & Refraction, Electricity & Magnetism | |
| Chemistry | |
| Atomic Structure, Acids, Bases & Salts, Chemical Reactions | |
| General Science | |
| Human Body Systems, Cell Biology, Diseases, Nutrition | |
| History | |
| Indian National Movement, Revolt of 1857, French Revolution, Russian Revolution | |
| Geography | |
| Physical Geography of India, Solar System, Climate & Atmosphere | |
| Current Affairs | |
| Defense Exercises, Military Appointments, Sports News, Awards & Important Events | |
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NDA Paper 2 Subject-wise Weightage 2026
The NDA Paper 2 General Ability Test (GAT) will be of 600 marks, divided into two parts, i.e., English and General Knowledge. General Knowledge consists of Physics, Chemistry, General Science, History, Geography, and Current Affairs. Subject-wise weightage is helpful to candidates in NDA preparation as it helps to focus more on high-scoring and important sections.
| Section | Subject | Approximate Weightage | Part A | English | 200 Marks |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Section A | Physics | 25% | Section B | Chemistry | |
| 15% | Section C | General Science | 10% | Section D | |
| History, Freedom Movement & Polity | 20% | Section E | Geography | 20% | Section F |
| Current Events | 10% | | | | |
NDA GAT Subject-wise Average Questions
The analysis below is derived from various official NDA General Ability Test (GAT) papers from 2015 to 2024 available at the Testbook website. The data shows the average number of questions asked from each subject and its expected weightage in the UPSC NDA Exam.
| Subject / Topic | Average Questions Asked | Tentative Weightage (%) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| English | 50–65 Questions | |
| 33%–40% | General Knowledge Mix | |
| 40–55 Questions | 25%–30% | |
| General Science | 22–35 Questions | |
| 12%–18% | Current Affairs | |
| 8–18 Questions | 5%–10% | |
| Physics | 20–30 Questions | |
| 12%–15% | Chemistry | |
| 10–18 Questions | 5%–8% | |
| Biology | 5–10 Questions | |
| 3%–5% | History | |
| 8–15 Questions | 5%–7% | |
| Geography | 10–18 Questions | |
| 6%–8% | Mathematics (Separate Paper) | |
| 118–120 Questions | Full 300 Marks | |
