When preparing for NDA 2 2025, most of the candidates focus on Maths and General Knowledge. But the English section of NDA written exam can be a game-changer. With 50 questions carrying 200 marks, the English paper is not just scoring – it’s a golden opportunity to boost your overall score.
At Invicta Defence Academy, Jaipur’s leading defence coaching institute, we stress on mastering English with strategic planning. In this blog, we’ll break down the most important English topics for NDA 2 2025, along with smart preparation tips to help you succeed.
Why English Matters in NDA Exam
Many students from science or Hindi-medium backgrounds underestimate the English section, thinking it’s easy. But the reality is that English requires consistent practice. A small mistake in grammar or comprehension can cost precious marks.
Key reasons why English is important:
- It carries 25% weightage in the GAT (General Ability Test) paper.
- Strong English is crucial for the SSB interview stage.
- A good score here can compensate for weaker areas in GS or Maths.
- It improves your overall communication and officer-like personality.
English Paper Pattern for NDA 2 2025
- Total Questions: 50
- Total Marks: 200
- Time Duration (Part of GAT Paper): Approx. 2 hours 30 mins
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd for every incorrect answer
To crack this section, focus on concept clarity + practice. Here are the most important topics you must cover:
1. Spotting Errors (Grammar-Based Questions)
This is one of the highest-weightage sections in NDA English. You’ll be given a sentence with four parts, and you need to identify the part with an error.
Important Grammar Rules:
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Tense Usage
- Articles and Prepositions
- Pronouns and Antecedents
- Modifiers and Parallel Structure
Tip: Revise grammar rules from Wren & Martin or Invicta’s English Workbook. Practice spotting common errors every day.
2. Synonyms and Antonyms
These vocabulary-based questions test your understanding of word meanings. They’re direct and scoring but require a strong vocabulary base.
Preparation Tips:
- Learn 5 new words daily with usage and meaning.
- Maintain a vocabulary journal. Use flashcards and apps for revision.
At Invicta, we provide weekly vocabulary boosters with words frequently asked in previous years.
3. Idioms and Phrases
This section includes commonly used idiomatic expressions that require contextual understanding.
Example:
“Kick the bucket” = To die
“A blessing in disguise” = A good thing that seemed bad at first
Tip: Learn 5 idioms/phrases per day. Practice through sentence usage. Invicta offers an updated list of 200+ idioms frequently asked in NDA.
4. Fill in the Blanks
These questions test your grammar, vocabulary and sentence structure knowledge. You need to choose the correct word/phrase to complete the sentence.
What to Focus On:
- Tense and subject agreement
- Prepositions and conjunctions
- Word collocations and context clues
Tip: Solve at least 15–20 fill-in-the-blank questions weekly to build accuracy.
5. Reading Comprehension
A short passage followed by 4–5 questions. Tests your ability to understand, interpret and analyze written information.
Tips:
- Read English newspapers daily (editorials preferred).
- Practice comprehension sets regularly.
- Focus on speed reading and inference skills.
At Invicta, we conduct weekly comprehension drills and vocabulary quizzes to improve reading ability.
6. Sentence Rearrangement (Jumbled Sentences)
Here you’ll be given a set of jumbled sentences to be rearranged in logical order.
What to Practice:
- Logical sequencing
- Grammar connectors
- Cause-effect and timeline flow
Tip: Look for sentence starters and concluding lines. Practice with mock questions.
7. Cloze Test
A paragraph with blanks where you have to select the most appropriate word. An advanced version of fill-in-the-blanks.
Skills Required:
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Contextual understanding
At Invicta, we include cloze tests in almost every mock GAT paper.
8. Sentence Improvement
In these questions a sentence is given with a part underlined. You have to choose the correct improvement option.
Focus Areas:
- Tenses
- Conditional clauses
- Voice and narration
- Sentence clarity and precision
Tip: Practice 10–15 questions daily from past papers.
How Invicta Defence Academy Helps in NDA English Preparation
Invicta Defence Academy has helped hundreds of students from Jaipur and across Rajasthan to crack the NDA exam, especially the English section. Here’s how we do it:
Personalized English Classes
Our faculty breaks complex grammar rules into simple concepts. From basic to advanced, we ensure no student is left behind.
Weekly Vocabulary Boosters
We provide handpicked vocabulary lists based on UPSC trends and previous year papers.
Mock Tests & Practice Sessions
Regular GAT mock tests with full English section analysis help you track progress and improve speed.
Doubt Solving & Peer Discussions
Our one-on-one mentorship allows students to clear doubts and learn through group discussions and peer quizzes.
SSB Communication Training
Good English also helps in personal interview and group discussions at SSB stage. Our spoken English classes build fluency and confidence.
Conclusion
The English section in NDA 2 2025 is your chance to shine. With proper planning, strong grammar base and daily vocabulary practice you can score above 120+ in GAT paper. Remember communication is key for an officer – and your journey starts here.
Join Invicta Defence Academy, Jaipur’s no.1 NDA coaching centre where your dream of serving the nation is our mission.
FAQs
50 questions of 200 marks are asked in English portion of GAT paper.
Wren & Martin for grammar, Word Power Made Easy for vocabulary and Invicta’s English Module.
Yes. With regular classes, grammar practice and reading habit you can perform very well in NDA English section.
It’s moderate in difficulty but highly scoring with consistent preparation.
Yes. Invicta offers NDA-focused English improvement batches and SSB interview communication sessions.
