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2019 - 21

mission nda

The first step towards a greater self...

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While there are 1000s of Coaching Centers available in India to guide students to crack the IIT JEE (Mains & Advanced) there are very few such institutes which channelize students into the National Defense Academy/Naval Academy.

Even these few institutes have been able to get the students to pass the written test of the NDA/NA but they have not been able to ensure the final admission into the academy. This is primarily because they only focus on the academic part and not much on the preparations for the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview process. This is because while it is easy to get academic teachers it is not so easy to get officers who have served as Selectors in the services selection boards to groom the students through the SSB process.

AFPA initially started as a center for preparing aspirants to clear the Services Selection Board Interview and has established itself as one of the Premier Institutes in the country.

It is this success that has inspired the thought of “Mission NDA” wherein the students will not only be prepared for the NDA/NA/IIT JEE (Mains) but will also be groomed systematically over two years for clearing the SSB Interview. Hence, AFPA blends the two essentials namely the preparations for the written test conducted by the UPSC and clearing the SSB Interview.

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Mission NDA 2021 is about selecting 70 trainable boys of class 10th from across the country and preparing them meticulously over two years to ensure they join the National Defence Academy / Indian Naval Academy / Officers Training Academy (Army) as officer cadets just after they qualify 12th board examination.

Col. Ravi Nair (Retd.)Commandant, AFPA,Mission NDA

Conventional career options like Engineering and Medicine has reached saturation levels. Except for the IITs and IIMs, most of the alumni of the other professional colleges are finding it extremely difficult to find a job worthy of their technical qualifications. In fact a leading HR consultant has stated that more than 80 % of the graduating engineers are not employable and this has created tremendous dilemma in the minds of parents and budding aspirants who are at the cross roads of their life. Admission to NATIONAL DEFENSE ACADEMY AND NAVAL ACADEMY after 10 + 2; not only ensures a respectable and professionally rewarding career but relieves the pressure of the parents in finding an appropriate career option for their wards. Unlike the plethora of coaching institutes which have mushroomed in cities for engineering and allied entrance examinations, the existing institutions for preparation of NDA entrance exams are woefully inadequate in sheer numbers and have somehow lost the sheen of its envisaged goals.

ARMED FORCES PREPARATORY ACADEMY (AFPA) has been conceived with the vision of nurturing potential aspirants from an early stage (Class X) and equipping them with the requisite

skills to meet the challenges of the entire spectrum of THE THREE STAGE SELECTION PROCESS. The two year curriculum has been designed to prepare the candidate for the National Defence Academy, NAVAL ACADEMY and JEE (Mains) entrance examinations and in so doing ensure that on successful culmination of their class XII, they directly join the academy.

The focus during this period is to provide quality instruction in academics, while concurrently shaping the overall personality of the student capable of fulfilling the exacting mental, physical and emotional standards required for entry into the defence forces. Towards this end, a state-of-the-art training infrastructure backed by an experienced and dedicated faculty set in a serene and enabling environment free from distractions has been designed at SAONER located about 40 Kms from Nagpur.

The growing AFPA fraternity and the steadily increasing list of successful SSB interviewees is testimony to the single minded devotion and focus of AFPA. We are committed to providing every aspirant the wherewithal, the confidence and courage to achieve his coveted ambition of joining the defence forces as a career professional.GOOD LUCK ! GOD BLESS ! JAI HIND!

Dr. Cdr. N. K Natarajan (Retd.)Founder, AFPA

message from the founder message from the commandant

Professional Soldiering continues to remain the cynosure of a majority of students on the threshold of selecting a career option. The lure of the resplendent uniform, the pride in serving the nation, the unique social status and the unmatchable quality of life is an irresistible and compelling calling for the youth when at an important crossroad of their life.

The only stumbling block is the gross ignorance of the entire selection process and the preparations that go into it; both on the part of the aspirant and the parents. ARMED FORCES PREPARATORY ACADEMY is an ideal interface to bridge this chasm of ignorance. AFPA not only equips the candidate with the requisite skills for the entire selection process but also transforms the entire personality. The course content and structure is designed to prepare the candidate mentally, physically and academically for undergoing the THREE STAGE SELECTION PROCESS without compromising the pedagogy enunciated by the educational board. Nestled in the rural environs of Saoner, located 45 kms from Nagpur, the training infrastructure, set in an ambience ideally suited for academic pursuance, supervised and mentored by experienced and skilled faculty : AFPA provides an enabling and facilitating atmosphere for such an endeavour. I am sanguine that a visit to the location both by parents and student aspirants will strengthen the resolve to join AFPA to fulfil their cherished ambition of joining the forces. I look forward to a healthy interaction and a determined resolve to achieving the stated goals.

GOOD LUCK ! GOD BLESS ! JAI HIND!

sportsThe campus offers variety of sports avenues like Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Cricket, Skating, Table Tennis, and Badminton etc. In addition, it has a modern swimming pool and a host of other adventure sports infrastructure. The campus also has a full-fledged Obstacle Course and GTO Ground essential for training the students for the SSB Interview.

afpa : land and campusAFPA is spread over 112 acres of land located in the outskirts of Nagpur, Maharashtra (45 km from the city) amidst pristine environment, comprising of mountainous terrain on the one side and river/lake on the other, making it the most ideal place for academics and military training.

facilities : afpa

hostelAFPA has a hostel facility for 180 students with each room accommodating 2 students and having inbuilt toilet/bathroom. The hostel block is enclosed and is lockable for security purposes.

medical careAFPA has a dedicated MEDICAL INSPECTION room with a qualified male nurse available 24/7 in the campus. In addition, a physician visits AFPA twice a week and also on call to attend to sick students. AFPA is also affiliated to one of the biggest hospitals for any medical emergency.

mess facilityAFPA has a well furnished kitchen and dinning space and offers both veg and non-veg food to students. The menu is scientifically designed to provide for sufficient calories required by students involved in physical activities.

academicsThe campus houses a state of the art classroom facilities with projection systems and ergonomic classroom furniture. The academy also has excellent labs and library.

parade groundThe campus has a vast parade ground for imparting military drill training which is an essential part of the military life.

eligibilitydaily routineactivity focus

personality development activities

Improving Practical IntelligenceReasoning and Organising AbilityTime ManagementSocial Adaptability and GraceTeam Work and CooperationSense of ResponsibilityConcentration and FocusInsight about own Strengths& WeaknessesHandling Challenges of LifeCoping with Stress

adventure activities

Rappelling, Sling ShotRocket Ejector, Zip LineRiver Crossing, Wall ClimbingRiver Rafting, ParasailingNight NavigationJungle TrekkingWater Roller & ZorbingMulti-veinShooting, ArcheryBamboo Bridge

compulsory activities

Adventure Activities Sports DebateExtemporeBook ReviewsTrekkingExcursionsNDA VisitDramatics Annual Camps

sports facilities

Basketball , Volleyball,Football, Handball, Athletics, Skating,Cricket, Badminton,Swimming

age limit, gender & marital status Only unmarried male candidates can apply. For the 2019-2021 batch the candidates should be born between 02 September 2002 to 31 December 2004 (Both Date Inclusive).

educational qualification(a) Candidates studying in 10th standard with English, Physics, Chemistry (or General Science) & Mathematics are eligible.(b) They must secure minimum 60 % marks in AFPA online written test.

physical & medical standardsThe Candidate should have the following Minimum Physical Standards at the time of joining AFPA:-Height : 157 cms | Weight : 43 Kgs.Chest : Without expansion : 74 cms | Expansion : minimum 5 cmsEye sight : 6/6 in a distant vision chart with better eye and 6/9 in worse eye. Myopia less than 2.5D and hypermetropia less than 3.5D including Astigmatism. A candidate must have good binocular vision. The colour vision should be normal, without Colour Blindness. The colour vision standard should be CP-III for Army. Candidate should be able to recognise red and green colours. Also, the candidate should not have night blindness.Hearing  : The hearing should be normal. A candidate should be able to hear a forced whisper with each ear at a distance of 610 cms in a quiet room.

Wake Up Call : 5:30 AMPhysical Training : 6:00 AM - 7:00 AMParade Training : 7:00 AM - 8:00 AMChange & Breakfast : 8:00 AM - 9:00 AMClassroom Instructions : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMLunch : 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMClassroom Instructions : 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMTea Break : 3:30 PM - 4:00 PMSports & Games : 4:00 PM - 5:30 PMChange : 5:30 PM - 6:30 PMSelf Study : 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMDinner : 8:30 PM - 9:30 PMRoll Call : 9:30 PMLights Off : 10:00 PM

general instructionshow to join

selection procedure Stage I : Written Examination

A written examination comprising of Mathematics, English and General Studies

will be held online. Specific dates will be intimated to the candidates on their

mobile numbers and through e-mail. Candidates who score 60% and above will be

put through further testing.

Stage II : Personality Testing

Stage II : Personality Testing will comprise of Psychological Test, Physical Test and

Personal Interview. Stage II testing will be held at AFPA campus only. Candidates

declared successful in the written test will be called to AFPA on designated days for

stage II testing. The final results will be declared by the evening on the same day

and selected candidates will be referred for Medical Fitness Examination to AFPA

designated hospital at Nagpur the very next day. The candidate will have to bear

the cost of medicals and the medicals may take two days. Candidates who are

declared fit will be included in the list of successful candidates and the final merit

list will be declared on 1st May 2019. Candidates in the merit list will be given an

offer letter which they will be required to acknowledge within a week and pay the

first installment of fees online and confirm the seats. Once the first instalment is

paid, the same will not be refunded under any condition. If the fees is not paid on

time the candidature will be forfeited.

All successful candidates who have paid the fees will be sent a joining instruction

and will be expected to arrive at Nagpur Railway Station by 6 PM on 31st May 2019.

They will be picked up by the bus and brought to the academy and the journey

“Mission NDA” will begin from there. Parents of successful candidates will be

required to execute an indemnity bond, indemnifying the academy and its staff

and will not be eligible for any claim in case of any unforeseen events, though the

academy will take a group insurance policy and will also take every precaution to

ensure a safe journey into the NDA.

withdrawal

Academic year is divided into two terms. At the end of

the 1st term, vacations are granted during Diwali in the

month of Oct / Nov. At the end of 2nd term vacations are

granted during summers, most likely in the month of

April/May. The specific dates will be specified in the

Academy Almanac.

term vacationsInterested candidates can apply online at www.afpa.in/missionnda/ on or before 25th May 2019. Specific dates for written examination and personality test will be notified on website and will also be communicated through SMS and email. Candidates are to be present on the designated dates for the test. Candidates will be picked up from the railway station at 6 PM on the previous day. Lodging and boarding for the candidate along with one parent will be arranged at the academy (Charges applicable).

how to apply

1. Blanket (Woolen) For Winters2. Vests (Banyans) & Underwear (10sets)3. Night Suits (Color : Light Blue) | 2 Sets Each : Half & Full Sleeves4. Toileteries (Adequate Quantity) : Hair Oil, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shaving Kit, Soap With Soap Case, Tongue Cleaner, Comb5. Handkerchief (Color : White)6. Chappals / Slippers7. Rain Coat (Color : Black)8. Housewife Kit : Buttons, Needles, Thread for stitching9. Trousers & Shirts / T Shirts : Civil Dress : 3 Sets10. Bath Towel : Turkish (Color : Light Blue)11. Torch With 2 Cells12. Bed Sheets & Pillow Covers : 4 Sets (Color : Light Blue)13. Luggage Bag / Suitcase (Full Size)

items to be brought by cadets

Practices to follow before joining. (Helps to settle down cadet)

(a) Stitching of buttons.(b) Polishing shoes (leather and canvas).(c) Washing under garments, socks and handkerchief(d) Making bed.(e) Keeping clothes & personal belongings neatly in his cupboard.(f) Filling bank withdrawal form & maintaining pocket money account.(g) Covering all textbooks and copies with laminated brown paper.(h) Packing clothes for travel.

A cadet may be relegated / withdrawn from the academy under following conditions:-

1. If remains ill / absent for a period beyond 2 months.2. If the candidate fails in three consecutive examinations in a term . Involves in ragging activities or found harmful to other cadet inside hostel. (Orders of the Honourable Supreme Court dated 16th Oct 2000 & Maharashtra Prohibition of Ragging ACT, 1999 amended time to time, will be applicable)3. Consistently fails to secure a minimum of 60% marks in AFPA or the School tests / examinations.4. Fails to maintain AFPA discipline in any form.5. If Boarding Charges, Fees and other dues are not paid on time by the parents.6. Any other eventuality that may force the academy to withdraw the candidate.

In the event of withdrawal, the fees for that year will not be refunded.

While in AFPA, cadets are subject to certain rules and regulations. Few of the important ones are highlighted in this section for your information. As discipline is very important it is recommended that you strictly follow the rules during your stay at AFPA to ensure fruitful and productive training. The under mentioned do’s and don’ts must be observed :

DO’S:(a) Do be punctual for all activities like, PT, games, classes, parade, etc.(b) Do be smartly and neatly dressed at all times for all school activities in the prescribed dress.(c) Do keep all your personal possessions neat and tidy at all times.(d) Do be courteous to your seniors and superiors at AFPA.(e) Do maintain high standards of honesty & integrity.

DON’TS:(a) Do not leave AFPA premises without written permission.(b) Do not be involved in smoking, drinking alcohol & consuming drugs, or have any such items in possession.(c) Do not keep excess cash, jewellery, cell phones, any electronic or electrical appliances etc.(d) Do not be in possession of any personal weapons, i.e. guns, firearms or pets.(e) The acts involving moral turpitude will be dealt with severely.

AFPA BOARD PSYCHOLOGIST

Mr. Ashok Kumar Thamburaj | Psychologist-DIPRA DRDO Scientist, aluminus of Defense Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR) worked in the Selection Centre Central (SSC), Bhopal. A psychologist par excellence in psychometric assessment, personality profiling and training of students and employees. He was designated as consultant with the department of education, Tamil Nadu. Has contributed over 310 officers to the Armed Forces post retirement from services.Subject - Psychometric / Psychological Test Assessment.

MESSAGE : Remember the aim should be to put up the best performance which gives out the assessors what they look for. Be clear in your thoughts, kind in your attitude, bold in your actions and never, ever give up. Success will be yours... We will interact more on how to succeed in your dream career. Let us come together to make it happen. Jai Hind...

PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT COACH

Col. Ravi Nair (Retd) | Soft Skills TrainerA veteran of the Indian Army, Col Ravi Nair has three and half decades of experience in various facets of the services, to include, Operations, Training and Human Resource Management. A certified Soft Skill Trainer with proficiency in communication skills, personal interview techniques, general awareness quotient and motivational talks, has trained several batches of SSB aspirants both in service and budding young NCC candidates. Subject - Personality Enhancement.

MESSAGE : In order to surmount the intense competition in the job market certain skill sets are axiomatic and imperative. At AFPA this vital component is given due emphasis and candidates are exposed to the various facets of their own personality that needs to be developed. The Personality Development package helps the candidate overcome the learning curve in Communication skills, Time Management, Leadership Qualities and Team Building traits to give them the vital edge to face, not only the SSB interviews but also shape their overall personality and attitude to discern the realities of the Real World. This unique package has had a profound impact on the aspirants and the transformation is tangible and visible at the end of the day.

AFPA BOARD PRESIDENT

Col. Rahul Gowardhan (Retd) | Interviewing OfficerA man with 30 years of distinguished service in the Army and held many important appointments including Commanding Officer of the Artillery Unit in J&K and Rajasthan, Dy. President of Services Selection Board (SSB) at Allahabad and also worked as Interviewing officer at SSB, Bhopal. He is a qualified HR professional with PG in Management. A certified assessor and interviewer, who interviewed more than 2500 aspirants at SSB and about 1000 candidates for managerial posts in Public & Corporate Sectors.Subject - Personal Interview / Personality Development

MESSAGE : At SSB interview spontaneous responses of the candidate are crucial for realistic assessment of the personality. At AFPA, we do not teach how to respond to the questions but how to develop Officer Like Qualities (OLQs) and project as genuine candidate without masking the personality. At the end of training session, we provide Feedback and Development Plan to the candidate.

CHIEF MENTOR | AFPA BOARD GTO

Cdr. (Dr.) N.K Natarajan (Retd) | GTOA man with 25 years of experience in the Indian Navy with 3 years as Group Testing Officer at Services Selection Board (SSB), Bhopal. He is an alumnus of Indian Naval Academy and a President’s Gold Medalist. He holds 6 post graduate degrees in management and a doctorate in psychology. Has authored best selling books and videos related to defence examination and SSB. Till the present date, he has contributed over 650 officers to Indian Armed Forces.Subject - Group Testing / Personality Development.

MESSAGE : GTO is one of the most difficult test to teach & learn as it is a combination of abstract and practical tasks and imparting knowledge on GTO testing requires elaborate infrastructure. AFPA is the only academy that has a full fledged GTO ground constructed on 3 acres of land and an experienced GTO who takes the candidates through each task meticulously.

mentors : mission nda No institution can be great without great mentors.AFPA has one of the best in the field of defence.

patrons

military trainers

AFPA BOARD PATRON

Shri. Ranjeet Deshmukh Ex-Minister (Govt. of Maharashtra)

AFPA BOARD PATRON

Air Vice Marshal SC Chafekar,AVSM, SC (Retd.)

faculty AFPA boasts of world class faculty who are not only acclaimed in their subjectsbut are also extremely passionate about “Mission NDA” programme.

ENGLISH EXPERT

Col. Ravi NairFaculty having 29 years of academic experience in the field of teaching and administration with the Ministry of HRD, CBSE Schools, Military School, Podar World School etc. He is an alumnus of Regional Institute of Education, Bhopal and recipient of several awards for innovative practices in the field of teaching.

A GREAT MENTOR OF PHYSICAL, ORGANIC &INORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Mr. Chetan AdwaniHe is a firm believer of the fact that students evolve with time. This maestro of Chemistry knows how to develop student’s brain by introducing the toughest of concepts in the most lucid manner and make students fall in love with the subject very well.

A MAGICIAN WHEN IT COMES TO PLAYINGWITH TECHNOLOGY

Mr. Amol KarnewarHe is a student’s favorite for his tricks to crack any computer program codecs. He is the master of C/C++, JAVA Programming, PL/SQL, Dot Net and many more. Turning the complex programming codecs and procedures into the easiest and interesting is what makes him favorite among his students.

GENERAL STUDIES EXPERT

Mrs. Chitra Nair | General StudiesA teacher with more than 25 years of experience in Army & public schools of the country. Her last stint was with Delhi Public School, Nagpur where she headed the Social Studies Department for 12 years since the inception of the school. Has the unique distinction of producing 11 students with perfect 100 scores in the board exams of 2017-18. MPhil in Public Administration, Nagpur University, having topped the table & has been a CBSE RESOURCE PERSON & is credited with numerous developmental training programs.

heroes produced by afpa

ACADEMIC HEAD | WIZARD OF ALGEBRA,GEOMETRY, CALCULUS AND STATISTICS

Mr. Prashant MarkanIf you ask his students without any other thought, they will tell you how magic of Prashant Sir works. Algebra, Arithmetic, Coordinate geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus and Probability are some of the charms that bind the students into forever love of Mathematics. He is a great mentor not only for Mathematics but also for Physics. His lectures have already hit the mind of thousands of students in many renowned institutes and schools in India.

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