NDA 2027 Cutoff Analysis
Trends, Predictions & Category-wise Cutoffs
Understand NDA cutoff trends, category-wise cutoffs, written exam cutoffs, and predictions for 2027. Plan your preparation with a target score in mind. Set your target based on previous year trends!
Quick Cutoff Statistics
Key numbers to understand NDA cutoff trends.
Written Cutoff
334
Out of 900 (2025)
Final Cutoff
699
Out of 1800 (2025)
SSB Called
735
Candidates (2025)
Selections
406
Candidates (2025)
Previous Year Cutoffs (2023-2025)
Written exam cutoff trends for the last 3 years.
| Category | 2025 Cutoff | 2024 Cutoff | 2023 Cutoff | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 334 | 340 | 345 | ↓ Decreasing |
| OBC | 310 | 315 | 320 | ↓ Decreasing |
| SC | 280 | 285 | 290 | ↓ Decreasing |
| ST | 260 | 265 | 270 | ↓ Decreasing |
* Based on official UPSC data. Cutoffs may vary slightly between years.
Written Exam Cutoff Analysis
Understanding the written exam cutoff criteria.
Written Cutoff Details
- Total Marks: 900
- General Cutoff (2025): 334
- Percentage: ~37%
- Key Strategy: Accuracy over high attempts
- Avoid blind guessing (negative marking)
Strategy to Clear Written Cutoff
- Focus on Mathematics (300 marks)
- Target 150+ in Mathematics
- Score 180+ in GAT
- Total target: 330+
- Practice daily with mock tests
Final Selection Cutoff (Written + SSB)
Understanding the final merit list criteria.
Final Selection Details
- Total Marks: 1800 (Written 900 + SSB 900)
- Final Cutoff (2025): 699
- SSB Recommended: 735 candidates
- Final Selections: 406 candidates
- ~330 candidates "Merit Out"
Why "Merit Out" Happens
- Limited vacancies: ~400 seats
- High competition: More recommended candidates
- Lower written score: Even with SSB recommendation
- Key Strategy: Score high in written exam
- Target 350+ in written to avoid merit out
NDA 2027 Cutoff Predictions
Expected cutoff trends for the upcoming exam.
General
330 - 340
Expected Written Cutoff
Similar to 2025
OBC
305 - 315
Expected Written Cutoff
Slight decrease
SC/ST
260 - 280
Expected Written Cutoff
Stable
Target Score Guide
Set your target scores for NDA 2027
Safe Score
- Mathematics: 180+
- GAT: 200+
- Total: 380+
- Chance: Very High
Competitive Score
- Mathematics: 150+
- GAT: 180+
- Total: 330+
- Chance: Moderate
Frequently Asked Questions - Cutoff Analysis
Common questions about NDA cutoff and selection.
Ready to Crack NDA 2027?
Book a free 30-minute consultation today. Get personalized NDA guidance.
Book Free Counseling