NDA cutoffs exist at two levels: written exam cutoff (for SSB shortlisting) and final cutoff (written + SSB combined). UPSC publishes both on upsc.gov.in after respective stage completions.
NDA Written Exam Cutoff (Out of 900) – Year Wise
| Exam | Written Cutoff (/900) | Final Cutoff (/1800) |
|---|---|---|
| NDA I 2024 | 360 | 708 |
| NDA II 2024 | 371 | 714 |
| NDA I 2023 | 342 | 698 |
| NDA II 2023 | 355 | 706 |
| NDA I 2022 | 325 | 682 |
| NDA II 2022 | 338 | 688 |
Wing-Wise Written Cutoff Variation
| Wing | Approximate Written Cutoff Trend |
|---|---|
| Army Wing | Lowest (more vacancies) |
| Navy Wing | Moderate |
| Air Force Wing | Highest (fewest vacancies, strictest criteria) |
Expected NDA 2026 Cutoff (Projected)
| Stage | Expected Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Written Exam (out of 900) | 350–375 |
| Final (Written + SSB, out of 1800) | 700–720 |
What Affects NDA Cutoffs?
- Total vacancies per wing and cycle – more vacancies = lower cutoff
- Paper difficulty – a harder Maths paper typically lowers the overall cutoff
- Number of candidates appearing – NDA attracts 5–6 lakh applicants per cycle
- SSB recommendation rate – varies by SSB centre and year