How to Prepare for CDS Exam 2022, Preparation Tips
How to prepare for CDS 2022 - Candidates preparing for the CDS exam 2022 which is scheduled on April 10, 2022 must check the CDS 2022 preparation tips. Before starting CDS preparation 2022, candidates must make an effective preparation strategy to cover the syllabus in time. Applicants can also check Section-wise CDS preparation tips 2022 also for their CDS exam preparations. Candidates can also check CDS exam analysis 2022 for important questions and topics asked in the CDS exam.
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- 22 Dec 2021:
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- 14 Nov 2021:
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- 22 Oct 2021:
CDS 2 admit card 2021 released.
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CDS selection process 2022 comprises a written CDS exam, SSB interview and medical examination. CDS 01/2022 notification has beeen released on December 22, 2021 at the official website. CDS 01 2022 is scheduled to be conducted on April 10, 2022 in offline mode. For more details about how to prepare for the CDS exam 2022, candidates can check the article given below.
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CDS 2022 Preparation Strategy
To prepare for the CDS exam 2022, candidates must make a study plan for their effective preparations. For CDS preparation 2022, candidates must make a study plan as per the syllabus and exam pattern. For more details, check section-wise CDS preparation tips 2021 below.
How to prepare for CDS 2022
Candidates preparing for the CDS exam 2022, must check the CDS Preparation Tips 2022 for effective preparations. Candidates must make a study plan to study in a planned manner. For more tips and tricks for CDS preparation. Candidates can check the details mentioned below.
CDS Preparation Tips 2022 - Prepare CDS Study Plan
To start the CDS exam 2022 preparation, candidates must make a study plan. Applicants must divide the time equally among all the topics asked in the exam. It also helps to complete the CDS syllabus 2022 in time. The study plan also helps to keep the focus on the goal.
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CDS Preparation Tips 2022 - Choose Best Books For CDS Exam 2022
Candidates must select the best books for CDS 2022 for their CDS 2022 exam preparation. Applicants can check important topics and chapters asked in the exam. Candidates can also check the marking scheme and exam pattern with the help of CDS books 2022. Candidates can also check the CDS Cut off 2022 to set a target for themselves.
Quick links - CDS Application Form 2022
CDS Preparation Tips 2022 - Make Short Notes
Applicants must prepare short notes for the last minute revision. The short notes must include important formulas, basic concepts and shortcuts for the CDS exam 2021. Short notes help to revise the syllabus in one go in a very short time. Revision plays a very crucial role in preparation for CDS 2022 exam. Applicants must also check to prepare for CDS Elementary Mathematics for their preparations.
CDS Preparation Tips 2022 - Practice Previous Year Question Papers
After covering all the CDS syllabus, candidates must practice the previous year question papers. Practicing CDS question papers 2022 will help to find out previously asked topics and chapters in the CDS exam. Candidates can also find out their strong and weak areas with the help of question papers.
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CDS Preparation Tips 2022 - Practice Mock Test
After completion of all the syllabus, candidates must practice the online mock test for their preparations. With the help of CDS mock test candidates can improve both their speed and accuracy. Candidates must also check how to prepare for the CDS English section for their exam preparation.
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CDS Exam Pattern 2022
The first step to start the CDS preparation 2022 is to go through CDS exam pattern 2022 thoroughly. Candidates must check all the topics and marking schemes to prepare for the CDS exam. For more details about the CDS exam pattern, candidates can check the table given below.
CDS Exam Pattern For INA, IMA & IFA
Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks | Exam duration |
Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
English | 120 | 100 | 2 hours |
General Knowledge | 120 | 100 | 2 hours |
Total | 340 | 300 | 6 hours |
CDS Exam Pattern For OTA
Subject | Number of questions | Maximum marks | Exam duration |
English | 120 | 100 | 2 hours |
General Knowledge | 120 | 100 | 2 hours |
Total | 240 | 200 | 4 hours |
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CDS Syllabus 2022
Candidates preparing for CDS exam 2022 must check the CDS 2022 syllabus for their effective reparations. With the help of CDS syllabus, candidates can check important topics and chapters asked in the exam. For more details, candidates can check the table given below.
CDS Exam Topics
Subject | Topic |
English |
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General Knowledge |
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Elementary Mathematics |
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - How to Prepare for CDS Exam 2022, Preparation Tips
Question: When will the CDS 01/2022 exam be conducted?
Answer:
CDS 1 2021 exam will be conducted on April 10, 2021.
Question: What is the full form of CDS 2022?
Answer:
CDS Full Form is Combined Defence Services exam.
Question: What are the details required to download the admit card of CDS 2022?
Answer:
Candidates can download CDS admit card 2022 through their registration number and date of birth.
Question: Can I challenge CDS English answer key 2022?
Answer:
No, candidates can not challenge the answer key of CDS 2022.
Question: When will the CDS 1 2022 application form be released?
Answer:
CDS 1 2022 application will be released on December 22, 2021.
Question: Which is the best book for CDS maths prepration?
Answer:
Best book for CDS maths is Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. Aggarwal
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Questions related to CDS
I was born on 07/11/1999 will i be eligible for cds 2 2023?
Hello Aspirant,
Hope you are doing great. You will be 24 years old in 2023, therefore you are qualified to give the exam. However, you must have been born between July 2, 1999 and July 1, 2005. You are qualified to take CDS 2, 2023 since your birth is in between the dates that is November 1999 .
The Union Public Service Commission is obligated to conduct a nationwide Combined Defense Services (CDS) examination to identify qualified candidates, and they have already specified the minimum age and qualifications for the entrance exam.
ALL THE BEST
My date of birth is 14th January 2004. Is i am applicable for cds exam(1) 2023?
Hello aspirant,
No you are not eligible for CDS exam 2023 as you will be 19 years on 14th jan 2023. The age limit eligibility criteria for CDS exam says that candidates must be between 20-24 years to be eligible for CDS EXAM. That means the gae of every candidate must be 20 to 24 years as on 1st January, 2023 i.e. born not earlier than 2nd January, 1999 and not later than 1st January, 2003 (Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 yrs.
Further, to know more about the eligibility details and criteria for CDS exam you can follow the below mentioned link to know more about it in detail : https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://competition.careers360.com/exams/cds/amp&ved=2ahUKEwjPrN_S9Oj3AhU6ILcAHTktDZYQFnoECAcQBQ&usg=AOvVaw16i9wNpQnvfE44GboBuQA7
I hope that this will help.
Hi, my name is Shuvam Dutta.. My date of birth is 28th November, 1998; am l eligible for CDS(II) 2023??
hello aspirant...
hope you are doing good.
According to the age eligibility of CDS 2 exam released by UPSC,
- Unmarried male candidates born between the 2nd January 2000 and the 1st January 2005 are eligible for the IMA.
- Unmarried Male candidates born between the 2nd January 2000 and the 1st January 2005 are eligible for INA.
- The candidate's age must be between 20 and 24 years old as of January 1, 2023 for Air force academy.
- Officers' Training Academy (Male) – Unmarried male candidates born between January 2nd, 1999 and January 1st, 2005 are eligible to apply.
- Female Officers' Training Academy – Unmarried women, divorcees, and widows who haven't remarried are all eligible. They must also have been born between January 2nd 1999 and January 1st, 2005.
Looking into the eligibility criteria, You are not eligible for CDS 2 2023.
Hope this information helps you...
All the best.
my dob is 06/01/2003 completing my graduation in may 2026 .. how many attempt i have for cds ima entry only. and m i eligible for 2026 cds 2 ima entry
Hello Aspirant,
By 2026 you will be of approx. 23 years old and according to your age you will be eligible for all the CDS 2026 courses including that of IMA and apart from it you will be eligible for CDS 2027 for IMA as the maximum age limit is 24 years.
so you can appear for CDS 2026 and 2027 and for your reference the age criteria for different courses is mentioned below :-
>> Indian Military Academy - 19 to 24 years
>> Indian Naval Academy - 19 to 24 years
>> Air Force Academy - 20 to 24 years
>> Officers' Training Academy (Men) - 19 to 25 years
>> Officers Training Academy (Women, Non-Technical) - 19 to 25 years
Apart from the age criteria there are some other parameters upon which your eligibility will be determined like your educational qualification which goes like :-
**Indian Military Academy - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
**Indian Naval Academy - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/ College
**Air Force Academy - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor degree in engineering
**OTA (Men) - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
**OTA (Women - Non-Technical) - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
For detailed eligibility criteria kindly check out the link given below :-
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/cds-eligibility-criteria
I hope this information helps you.
Good Luck!!
my date of birth is 6 January 2003, am I eligible for cds 2026??
Hello Aspirant,
By 2026 you will be of approx. 23 years old and according to your age you will be eligible for all the CDS 2026 courses so you can appear for CDS 2026 and for your reference the age criteria for different courses is mentioned below :-
>> Indian Military Academy - 19 to 24 years
>> Indian Naval Academy - 19 to 24 years
>> Air Force Academy - 20 to 24 years
>> Officers' Training Academy (Men) - 19 to 25 years
>> Officers Training Academy (Women, Non-Technical) - 19 to 25 years
Apart from the age criteria there are some other parameters upon which your eligibility will be determined like your educational qualification which goes like :-
**Indian Military Academy - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
**Indian Naval Academy - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/ College
**Air Force Academy - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor degree in engineering
**OTA (Men) - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
**OTA (Women - Non-Technical) - Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
For detailed eligibility criteria kindly check out the link given below :-
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/cds-eligibility-criteria
I hope this information helps you.
Good Luck!!