Best Books & Resources for NDA Written Exam Preparation 2026
(Complete Guide | Expert-Recommended | Manasa Defence Academy)
Preparing for the NDA (National Defence Academy) written exam requires dedication, strategy, the right books, and expert guidance. At Manasa Defence Academy, we ensure our aspirants are equipped with the best resources to crack NDA 2026 with confidence.
Here’s your ultimate preparation guide — curated by defence exam experts.
📌 What is the NDA Written Exam?
The NDA written exam is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and consists of:
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Mathematics
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General Ability Test (GAT)
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English
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General Knowledge (History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Current Affairs, etc.)
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Scoring high in both sections is essential to reach the SSB interview stage.
📚 Best Books for NDA Written Exam Preparation 2026
✅ 1. Mathematics
| Book Title | Why It’s Useful |
|---|---|
| NCERT Mathematics (Class XI & XII) | Foundation & concepts clarity |
| Objective Mathematics — R.D. Sharma | Practice questions & theory |
| Mathematics for NDA & NA — R.S. Aggarwal | Topic-wise practice |
| Arihant NDA Mathematics | Solved examples + practice sets |
Tip: Begin with NCERT for basics, then move to advanced level books.
✅ 2. General Ability Test (GAT)
📌 English
| Book | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Objective General English — S.P. Bakshi | Grammar & comprehension |
| Wren & Martin — High School English Grammar | Grammar rules |
| Plinth to Paramount — English | Vocabulary & practice |
📌 General Knowledge (GK)
| Book | Area Covered |
|---|---|
| NCERT (Class VI to X) | History, Geography, Civics, Science |
| General Knowledge — Lucent’s | Quick revision & facts |
| Manorama Yearbook | Daily current affairs |
Pro Tip: UPSC adds GK questions from History, Polity, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, and Current Affairs.
✅ 3. Current Affairs & Magazines
📘 Monthly Magazines To Follow
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Vision Monthly
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Pratiyogita Darpan
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Manorama Yearbook
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The Hindu / PIB / Indian Express (daily)
🧠 Focus on:
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Defence updates
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National events
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International relations
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Economy
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Science & technology breakthroughs
🧠 Online Resources & Test Series
🏫 1. NDA Online Mock Tests
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Full-length practice tests
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Timed environment
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Instant performance analysis
Manasa Defence Academy Mock Test Series
✔️ Based on latest UPSC pattern
✔️ Detailed solutions
✔️ Improve speed & accuracy
📺 2. Video Lectures
Recommended Channels & Platforms:
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NDA Mathematics topic videos
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English grammar series
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GK capsules
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Daily current affairs vlogs
📍 3. Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs)
Solving PYQs helps you:
✔️ Understand UPSC pattern
✔️ Analyse difficulty level
✔️ Improve time management
Download & solve NDA past papers for 2016–2025.
📆 Strategic Study Plan
Here’s a simple weekly plan for aspirants:
| Days | Focus Area |
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| Mon–Tue | Mathematics Concepts |
| Wed–Thu | English Grammar + Vocabulary |
| Fri | General Science & GK |
| Sat | Full-Length Test |
Contact:
Manasa Defence Academy New Gajuwaka Depot, Visakhapatnam. Andhra Pradesh-530012.
call:7799799220,7799799221 web:www.manasadefenceacademy.com | Revision + Current Affairs |
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