The CDS 2 2023 exam is being conducted on September 3. The overall difficulty level of English and GK papers will be shared soon. Check here CDS 2 paper analysis 2023 for English & GK.
CDS 2 2023 Paper Analysis for English & GK
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the CDS 2 2023 exam to select eligible candidates for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Air Force Academy (AFA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). CDS 2 2023 English paper was conducted from 9:00 am to 11:00 am while the General Knowledge exam was conducted from 12:00 pm to 2 pm. The Maths paper was conducted from 3 pm to 5 pm.
- CDS 2 2023 Students' Reaction Video
- CDS 2 2023 Maths Paper Analysis
- CDS 2 2023 Maths Students Reaction Video
CDS 2 2023 Students' Reaction Video
CDS 2 2023 Maths Paper Analysis
The candidates can check the reaction of the candidates after the CDS 2 Maths exam below:
- Rishabh Anand Mandal said, "Maths was a little difficult as compared to the other sections. The paper was lengthy and the questions from algebra were dominant in the exam".
- Devesh said, "The exam was good and the difficulty level of the maths paper was high and the questions were asked from advanced algebra. The expected cut-off will be around 120".
- Saransh said," The maths was moderately difficult. The questions were asked from statistics, percentages, algebra, arithmetic, triangles, and more.
- Md. Mursallain said, "The maths sections were easy. The questions were asked from trigonometry and the difficulty level of them were easy, geometry and mensuration question were dominant in the paper.
CDS 2 2023 Maths Students Reaction Video
CDS 2 2023 Expected Cut-Off
The candidates can check the expected cut-off for the CDS 2 exam in the table given below. The expected cut-off has been given after considering several factors like the number of candidates taking the exam, the difficulty level of the exam, & more:
| Academy | Written Exam | Final Exam |
|---|---|---|
| IMA (Indian Military Academy) |
120 – 130 |
245 – 255 |
| INA (Indian Naval Academy) |
105 – 120 |
233 – 245 |
| AFA (Air Force Academy) |
145 – 150 |
268 – 270 |
| OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) men |
73 – 85 |
162 – 170 |
| OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) women |
74 – 85 |
164 – 170 |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
There are various coaching institutes for CDS in Dehradun. Some of them are Doon Defence Dreamers, Centurion Defence Academy, Brigadier Defence Academy, etc. It will be better to visit personally to the coaching institutes in Dehradun, take the reviews regarding faculties, infrastructure, requiremen
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
Doon Defence Dreamers as per the results and reputation is considered to be the top choice institute for the CDS preparation. But before joining any institute, it will be better to visit the campus in Dehradun, evaluate the faculty, infrastructure and the guidance provided there.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
There are several CDS coaching institutes in Dehradun which provides comprehensive written and SSB guidance. Some of the academies are mentioned below:
Centurion Defence Academy
Prasad's Banking SSC and CDS Coaching Institution
Major Kalshi Classes
Dehradun Defence School, etc.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
The top CDS coaching institute in Dehradun include Cadets Defence Academy, often recognised for high selection rates and tailored SSB training, and Dehradun National Academy of Defence (DNAD). Candidates can check below for some of the other notable institutes -
1. Centurion Defence Academy
2. Doon De
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
In the CDS exam, a good score varies as per the academy. Generally as per the experts, 120 to 150+ in the written exam for IMA/INA/AFA and 90 to 110+ for OTA are considered to be the good score along with the strong SSB performance. Also, cutoff changes every year and candidates required a minimum
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
Generally, the CDS 1 exam is considered to be moderate to difficult level as the syllabus is vast and consists of challenges which are subject specific. But as per the previous year trend it is moderate in difficulty level. With proper strategy, consistency and hard work exam can be cracked by the c
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Contributor-Level 6
Can anyone share honest reviews about CDS coaching in Dehradun? Are there better options for best CDS coaching in Dehradun?