NDA NA I 2026 General Ability Test Question Paper PDF

Central Government Jobs Administrative / Civil Services 2026

  • Year 2026
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 150
  • Maximum Marks 600
  • Duration 2 Hours
  • Languages Hindi & English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I)
Year 2026
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper General Ability Test
Subject General Knowledge
Duration 2 Hours
Maximum Marks 600
Number of Questions 150
Question Type Objective (MCQ)

This is the General Ability Test paper for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026, conducted by UPSC. The exam is designed to assess candidates' general knowledge and aptitude. It comprises 150 objective-type questions carrying a maximum of 600 marks, to be completed within 2 hours and 30 minutes. The paper is presented in both Hindi and English, with a negative marking scheme for incorrect answers. Aspirants can use this question paper for practice and to understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.

Major Topics Covered

  • General Knowledge
  • General Ability
  • National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I)
  • General Ability Test
  • UPSC
  • 2026 question paper
  • previous year paper
  • PDF download

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for National Defence Academy and Naval Acade preparation
  • Helps understand the latest exam pattern
  • Useful for practice and self-assessment
  • Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
  • Helpful for analysing question trends

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Instructions

  • परीक्षा प्रारम्भ होने के तुरन्त बाद, आप इस परीक्षण पुस्तिका की पड़ताल अवश्य कर लें कि इसमें कोई बिना छपा, फटा या छूटा हुआ पृष्ठ अथवा प्रश्नांश आदि न हो।
  • यदि ऐसा है, तो इसे सही परीक्षण पुस्तिका से बदल लें।
  • कृपया ध्यान रखें कि OMR उत्तर-पत्रक में, उचित स्थान पर, रोल नम्बर और परीक्षण पुस्तिका अनुक्रम A, B, C या D को, ध्यान से एवं बिना किसी चूक या विसंगति के भरने और कूटबद्ध करने की जिम्मेदारी उम्मीदवार की है।
  • किसी भी प्रकार की चुक/विसंगति की स्थिति में उत्तर-पत्रक निरस्त कर दिया जाएगा।
  • इस परीक्षण पुस्तिका पर साथ में दिए गए कोष्ठक में आपको अपना अनुक्रमांक लिखना है। परीक्षण पुस्तिका पर और कुछ न लिखें।
  • इस परीक्षण पुस्तिका में 150 प्रश्नांश (प्रश्न) दो भागों में दिए गए हैं: भाग- A और भाग- B।

Questions (page 2)

Q1. The 'Jataka Tales' present mor narratives in the form of allegories.

  • (a) aphorisms
  • (b) adages
  • (c) enjambments

Q2. He was upbraided for appearing in cou in a state of inebriation.

  • (a) ululation
  • (b) intoxication
  • (c) confabulation sublimation

Q3. The obstreperous behavior of tl students inside the classroom drew tl attention of the Principal.

  • (a) compliant
  • (b) obnoxious
  • (c) inconspicuous

Q4. These were based primarily in Himach Pradesh, where the treks were ć gruelling as the terrain.

  • (a) rigorous
  • (b) egregious
  • (c) unctuous

Q5. adornment around the school campu for the special function.

  • (a) subsummation
  • (b) decoration
  • (c) coloration

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Frequently asked questions

What is the exam name for this question paper?

The exam name is National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2026.

Who conducts the NDA NA I 2026 examination?

The examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the paper name and subject?

The paper name is General Ability Test, and the subject is General Knowledge.

What is the total duration for the General Ability Test paper?

The total duration allowed for the paper is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

What is the maximum marks for the General Ability Test paper?

The maximum marks for the paper are 600.

How many questions are there in the General Ability Test paper?

There are 150 questions in the General Ability Test paper.

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