UPSC conducts the CDS test for enrollment into the Indian Navy, army, and Airforce.
Applicants need to undergo training at the air force Academy, Indian Military Academy, Officer training academy, and Naval academy after qualifying Written , SSB and Medicals.
EXAM PATTERN-
- The exam consists of three papers.
- General knowledge and English papers are compulsory for all academy.
- Those applying for OTA , don't need to attempt Maths paper.
- Each paper has a duration of 2 hours.
- Each paper is of 100 marks and has only objective-type questions.
SOME MISTAKES YOU SHOULD AVOID WHILE PREPARING FOR THE CDS EXAM.
- Having An Irregular Sleep Pattern: If you do not sleep properly or have an irregular sleep pattern, then your performance might suffer during the exam. It is important that you get a good night’s rest so that you can focus on the exam.
- Thinking The Exam Is Tough To Crack: Never think the CDS exam is tough to crack. It is not. The moment you think so, you are already reducing your chances to clear the exam. The exam will be easy for you if you prepare well for it. If you don’t prepare well, the exam will be difficult.
- Not Attempting PYQs Questions: If you do this, then you are reducing your chances of selection. Attempting Previous year questions can give you a lot of confidence.
- Not Reading The Newspaper: Reading the newspaper daily will improve your vocabulary and your chances of passing the exam.
- You Do Not Have Knowledge Of International Organizations: For passing the exam, you need to know about the different international organizations like G4, G7, G10, SAARC, BIMSTEC, Worldbank, SCO, and other various coalitions. It is important to have thorough knowledge about them.
- Studying For Many Exams At The Same Time: How many exams you wish to attempt is a matter of personal choice but it is advisable to focus only on 1 exam at a time.
- Not Attempting Mock Tests: Along with self-study, it is also important to attempt mock tests. It will help you know your strengths and weaknesses. You will also be better prepared for the exam since the mock test will have negative marking and time constraints just like the actual paper which you will eventually be attempting.
- Using Too Many Study Materials: You may feel that by studying from many books, you will get more knowledge but it is not so. Just reading is not enough, you need to memorize what all is written. It is better to learn from a few books.
- Not Using Proper Study Material: What knowledge you gained during the CDS exam will be required once you enter the academy so you need to study from proper study material
- Relying Solely On Coaching: Some students feel that attending CDS classes is enough to clear the exam but self-study is equally important.
THANKYOU AND ALL THE BEST.
