4 Steps to Clear CDS Written Exam

If you are planning to attempt Combined Defense Services (CDS) Exam and confused about how to prepare or not satisfied with your present way of preparation. Then here are easy...

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If you are planning to attempt Combined Defense Services (CDS) Exam and confused about how to prepare or not satisfied with your present way of preparation. Then here are easy 4 Steps to Clear CDS Written Exam.

4 Steps to Clear CDS Written Exam

Step 1: Start With Knowing All About CDS Exam Syllabus and Pattern

Paper 1: English

The objective type question paper is designed to examine the understanding of English of the applicants. English question paper of CDS Exam includes passage for answering few questions related to that passage.

Paper 2: General Knowledge

General Knowledge question paper in CDS examination includes knowledge of current topics and of matters which are observing every day. The aspirants must be able to answer scientific aspects without any particular scientific study. They should have knowledge of History of India and Geographical issues without any specific study. The applicants must be able to answer these general knowledge questions to pass this test.

Paper 3: Elementary Mathematics

The objective type question paper includes various topics of elementary mathematics. Candidates should have posses knowledge about these topics. There are lots of topics to cover which are as following:

Arithmetic: Aspirants need to perform well in arithmetic which includes Number System, Fundamental Operations, Unitary Methods, and Elementary Number Theorems etc.
Algebra: The applicants should able to solve basic operations, Remainder Theorem, Quadratic Equations, Linear equations and practical problems etc.
Geometry: The candidates should able to answer geometric questions which contain Lines and angles, plane and plane figures and their related questions.
Trigonometry: The applicants need to know the values of Sine x, cosine x and tangent x.
Mensuration: The all candidates applying for the test should have knowledge of calculating areas of squares, rectangles, triangles, circles and parallelograms etc.
Statistics: Everyone needs to know the collection and tabulation of data, histograms, pie and bar charts etc.

CDS Exam Pattern

CDS exam is a written test which has objective multiple choice type of questions. It is basically an Intelligence test as well as Personality test. This test is designed for testing the candidate’s eligibility for joining the defense academies.

English:
This paper is designed for checking your knowledge in English Grammar and vocabulary as well as other necessary aspects. This paper is of 100 marks, contains 120 question and the duration of this paper is 2 hours.

General Knowledge:
This paper is of 100 marks and its duration is 2 hours. This paper contains question related to geography of India and world, civics and polity of India, which includes constitution acts and governance. Modern and ancient history of India. General science which contains basic questions related to physics, chemistry and biology. The aspirants should be aware of the current affairs at national and international levels.

Elementary Mathematics:
Elementary mathematics includes various fields. The applicants need to be well in calculations and giving quick answers to pass this paper. This paper contains 100 questions and is of 100 marks and time duration is 2 hours. Doing 100 questions of mathematics in 120 minutes is not easy, even though the questions are very basic in nature, one should have sufficient practice to do these questions quickly.

Step 2: Buy a Book for CDS Exam

1) CDS exam books – CDSE Pathfinder by Arihant

It is one of the best CDS exam books appreciated by many candidates from all over the country. It is categorized in simple segments which will help you understand the CDS exam pattern and makes your preparation better. Few noticeable features of this book are listed below:

Syllabus based topic wise theory has been explained in detail including solved examples which helps in understanding the topic well.
Glossary of important facts and formulae’s are added in between the chapters.
Large bank of multiple choice questions along with their answers and hints are provided.
Contains Previous Years’ Solved Papers

2) CDS Exam Guide: Combined Defence Services Exam (English) by RP DATASON – CDS exam books

In the list of CDS exam books, this book has a good reputation and been used by many candidates from all over the country. This book will help you a lot if you are a beginner and have no idea about theory or questions of CDS exam. It contains basic study material which will give a base for preparation and sample papers to practice. Few noticeable features of this book are listed below:

Solved previous CDS exam question papers
Questions for practical application of rules
Study material for GK and Current affair
Practice papers for English, GK, and elementary Mathematics.

Step 3: Read Previous Year CDS Exam Question Papers

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2015

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2014

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2013

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2012

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2011

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2010

CDS Exam Previous Year Question Paper 2009

Step 4: Join CDS Exam Coaching or Tests Series

Best way to prepare is as per syllabus, first prepare a topic using study material or books and then take practice test on it and when you think that you have covered your syllabus take mock test on complete syllabus.

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