What is the ideal time to start preparing for CDS exam?

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    Aakansha Purohit | Contributor-Level 10

    2 years ago

    Hello dear,

    CDS stands for Combined Defence Services exam. It is a national-level examination held annually to recruit eligible young individuals for various armed forces throughout India. This exam provides individuals with a great opportunity who dream of serving the nation by part of being in the armed forces.
    UPSC CDS exam is conducted to select candidates in the following armed forces:

    • Indian Army
    • Indian Navy
    • Indian Airforce
    • Naval Academy
    • Officers Training Academy
    • CDS Examination syllabus comprises of three papers – General Knowledge, English, and Mathematics. Mathematics is not asked in the OTA Category. To clear any gov
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  • It is ideal that candidates must begin their preparation six months prior to the release of CDS notification. The candidates can check the preparation tips to qualify for the CDS exam:
    a) The candidates must know the complete syllabus and the pattern of the CDS exam
    b) Go through the NCERT books of classes 6 to 12
    c) Solve previous years' questions and mock tests
    d) Make time table to cover complete syllabus of CDS exam
    e) Take frequent breaks to calm and relax.

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