The NDA 2 2026 answer key for Mathematics and GAT, covering Sets A, B, C, and D, is available below, prepared by the Major Kalshi Classes faculty. UPSC conducted the exam on 13 September 2026, with Mathematics held from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and the General Ability Test from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.

With the NDA 2 2026 answer key, aspirants can compare their attempted answers with the expected correct answers before UPSC declares the NDA 2 2026 result.

Match your responses set-wise, calculate your probable score using our NDA 2 2026 score calculator, and check it against the previous cut-off trends mentioned in the blog below.

Last Updated: 13 September 2026 01:00 PM | NDA 2 2026 | Maths: Updating After Exam | GAT: Updating After Exam

NDA 2 2026 Answer Key - Sets A, B, C and D PDF Links

Your set code is printed on the cover of your question booklet. Check it before you start matching the questions are the same across all four sets, but the order is not.

Mathematics Answer Key (All Sets)

General Ability Test (GAT) Answer Key (All Sets)

These keys are prepared by our Mathematics and GAT expert faculty and are unofficial. UPSC releases its own provisional answer key separately.

NDA 2 2026 Question Paper & Video Solutions

Major Kalshi Classes will also provide faculty-led video solutions and paper analysis for Mathematics and GAT, helping candidates understand not just the correct option but the reasoning behind it.

How Can the NDA 2 2026 Answer Key Help Candidates?

The NDA 2 2026 Answer Key gives candidates an early picture of how they may have performed before the official result is announced. By matching their responses with the expected answers, aspirants can:

• Estimate their probable NDA 2 2026 score.
• Check which answers were correct or incorrect.
• Review performance separately in Mathematics and GAT.
• Identify weak topics that need further revision.
• Compare estimated marks with previous NDA cut-off trends.
• Judge whether their written score may be competitive.
• Begin SSB interview preparation early if the score looks promising.
• Plan improvements for the next NDA attempt, if required.

Note: Scores calculated using an unofficial answer key are only estimates. Final marks and qualification status depend on UPSC’s official evaluation and result.

NDA 2 2026 Expected Cut-Off & Last 10 Years Trend

Candidates can compare their estimated marks with previous NDA cut-offs to understand whether their score may be competitive.

The official NDA 2 2026 cut-off will be released by UPSC later. Until then, previous-year cut-offs can provide a useful benchmark, but they should not be treated as a guaranteed qualifying score.

The cut-off may rise or fall depending on the difficulty level of Mathematics and GAT, overall candidate performance, competition, and the number of vacancies.

NDA 2 Cut-Off - Previous 10 Years (Written Exam)

NDA 2 Previous 10 Years Final Cut-Off Marks

• Candidates scoring around or above recent cut-off trends should not wait for the result to begin the next stage of preparation. 
• Those who qualify the written examination are called for the SSB interview, and final selection is based on combined performance in the written exam and SSB. 

Take the Next Step in Your SSB Preparation with Major Kalshi Classes

If your estimated score from the NDA 2 2026 Answer Key analysis suggests you are going to clear the written examination, now is a good time to begin preparing for the SSB interview instead of waiting for the written result.

Early preparation gives you more time to understand the five-day SSB process, practise unfamiliar tasks, improve communication, and work on the Officer Like Qualities assessed throughout the selection.

Major Kalshi Classes supports NDA aspirants with structured preparation covering important areas such as:

• OIR & PPDT: Practice for reasoning, picture perception, narration, and group discussion.
• Psychology Tests: Preparation for TAT, WAT, SRT, and Self-Description.
• GTO Tasks: Activities focused on teamwork, leadership, planning, and communication.
• Personal Interview: Guidance to improve confidence, clarity, and response quality.
• Mock SSB Practice: Familiarisation with the actual assessment environment and different stages.
• Personality Development: Focus on communication, decision-making, confidence, and teamwork.
• Expert Guidance: Feedback to help identify strengths and areas that need improvement.

Explore MKC’s SSB preparation resources or clear your doubts with our defence experts.

Why Should You Start SSB Preparation Early?

Qualifying the NDA written examination is a major step, but it does not complete the selection process. Candidates who clear the written stage move on to the SSB interview, where their personality, communication, decision-making, teamwork, and leadership potential are assessed.

Unlike the written exam, SSB preparation is not about memorising fixed answers. Candidates need time to understand the testing process, practise different activities, and become more confident in expressing their thoughts naturally.

Starting early can help you:

• Understand the complete SSB selection process.
• Practice OIR and PPDT regularly.
• Become familiar with TAT, WAT, and SRT.
• Improve communication and self-confidence.
• Develop better teamwork and leadership skills.
• Prepare effectively for GTO tasks and group discussions.
• Approach the personal interview with greater clarity.
• Identify weak areas and work on them before the actual SSB.

If your estimated NDA 2 2026 score looks competitive, using the time before the result for SSB preparation can help you enter the next stage better prepared and more confident.

NDA 2 2026 Selection Process

The NDA 2 2026 selection process moves through four main stages. Candidates must first clear the UPSC written examination before progressing to the SSB and medical assessment.

The selection stages are:

1. NDA Written Examination - Candidates appear for Mathematics and GAT.
2. SSB Interview - Qualified candidates are assessed through intelligence, psychology, group tasks, and personal interview stages.
3. Medical Examination - Recommended candidates undergo the prescribed medical fitness assessment.
4. Final Merit List - Final selection is based on overall performance and eligibility, subject to medical fitness and available vacancies.

Key Takeaway: Clearing the written exam is only the first step; candidates must also perform well in the SSB and meet the required medical standards.

NDA 2 2026 Answer Key - Important Takeaways

• Match your responses only with the same question paper set you attempted.
• Apply the correct marking scheme separately for Mathematics and GAT. (Use our NDA 2 2026 score calculator to get an instant score based on the official marking scheme.)
• Treat the MKC answer key as an unofficial, faculty-prepared reference for score estimation.
• Your final marks and qualification status will depend on UPSC’s official evaluation.
• Do not treat an estimated score as confirmation that you have cleared the written exam.
• If your expected score looks competitive, begin SSB preparation without waiting unnecessarily.
• If your score is lower than expected, review your mistakes and identify the topics that need improvement for the next attempt.

Conclusion

The NDA 2 2026 Answer Key helps candidates check their Mathematics and GAT responses, estimate their probable score, and compare their performance with previous cut-off trends before the official result is announced.

If your estimated score is near or above the expected cut-off, begin your SSB preparation early. Early regular practice and focused improvement in communication, confidence, reasoning, teamwork, and leadership can make a significant difference.

Major Kalshi Classes provide detailed answer-key analysis, score calculation support, SSB resources, and expert guidance to help you plan your next step with greater clarity and confidence.