The Spotting Errors section in the English paper of NDA, CDS, and AFCAT has long been a scoring yet tricky area for candidates. With patterns becoming increasingly grammar-focused, the demand for a clear understanding of rules — and their real-time application — is crucial. To bridge this gap, a focused Shortcut Rules Concept Live Class was conducted, targeting the most high-yield areas from which questions are repeatedly asked in the defence exams.
This session was not just rule-based learning, but a strategy session designed to equip aspirants with shortcuts, concept clarity, and error-identification techniques.
In all exams, this section tests a candidate’s grasp over grammar rules, sentence structure, and common error patterns. A single mistake can cost marks, so shortcuts and clarity are key.
Smart Tips Shared in the Class
- ✅ Start with longer underlined segments—they often contain the error.
- ✅ Look for tense/verb agreement mismatches before anything else.
- ✅ Eliminate grammatically correct options to narrow focus.
- ✅ If it “sounds wrong,” trust your instinct, then verify with a rule.
- ✅ Mark “No Error” only when you’re 100% confident.
Practice & Reinforcement
The class included live MCQs, spot-the-error drills, and rule-based flashcards to help cement the concepts. Questions were picked from:
- Previous Year NDA, CDS & AFCAT Papers
- Pattern-based model questions
- Mixed grammar topics in single sentences
Conclusion: Mastering Spotting Errors
The Spotting Errors Concept Live Class aimed to turn confusion into clarity. With the help of shortcut rules and a rule-wise strategy, candidates are now better equipped to handle this section with accuracy and confidence.
For aspirants of NDA, CDS & AFCAT 2 2025, mastering spotting errors means mastering grammar logic. And with consistent practice using these rules, scoring 80–90% in this section is well within reach.
