AFCAT Preparation

To prepare for AFCAT English Language, candidates must have a strong command of grammar and vocabulary. To improve vocabulary, read the editorial section of the newspaper. Questions in English are asked from Antonyms and Synonyms, English Grammar, Idioms and phrases and comprehension. Read Newspaper and Books
Reading newspapers and books will help candidates to understand new vocabulary and sentence structure. This also helps in brushing up Current Affairs. Candidates should also watch international news channels to build their English language skills. Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension forms an integral part of English Language section. Maximum number of questions are asked from this section. Candidates can score well by practicing three reading comprehension passages from previous years' question papers or sample papers. Grammar Revision
It is also important to do some grammar revision. Topics like Antonyms and Synonyms, Fill in the Blanks, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Tenses and Basic Grammar requires knowledge of grammar. Try to solve at least 30 grammar questions daily. Vocabulary Building
Candidates must spend some time going through new words and looking for their meaning in the dictionary. Candidates must work towards improving their vocabulary skills.

To prepare for AFCAT candidates must have a clear understanding of the syllabus and AFCAT exam pattern. Candidates should brush up on their basics and be clear with the concepts. Candidates must practice previous years question papers. They should solve mock tests to know how to attempt the exam. Candidates must also make a study routine and select the best books for the exam. Revision is the most important part of preparation. Therefore, candidates must revise the topics given in the syllabus properly. The section-wise tips and tricks to prepare for AFCAT exam are given below:
English Language
Questions in section are asked from Antonyms and Synonyms, English Grammar, Idioms and phrases, Comprehension, etc. Cover the topics by practising at least two passages daily as it helps candidates to work on their comprehension, vocabulary, grammar and phrases. Candidates must practice Antonyms, Synonyms, Misspelt words, idioms and phrases daily. Candidates must also refer to basic grammar books to understand the fundamentals.
Reasoning Ability & Military Aptitude
Questions are asked from Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning. From Verbal Reasoning, questions are asked from Analogy, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Logical Venn Diagrams, Puzzle Tests, Direction Sense Test. From Non Verbal Reasoning, questions are asked from Series, Analogy, Classification, Completion of incomplete pattern, Hidden figures, Papercutting and folding, Dot situations. To prepare this section, candidates understand the fundamental concepts of reasoning, logic, and basic aptitude. Candidates should be consistent with the practice.
Numerical Ability
Questions in this section are asked from Decimals, Fractions, Profit & Loss, Average, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Speed, Time & Distance, etc. Candidates should write down all the formula in one place so that it helps them during revision. They should work on the topics that have the more weightage. Candidates need to practice Maths daily.
General Awareness
Candidates must follow the latest news, sports and events. They should read newspapers and magazines to know the latest events.

Hello dear, This is the right time to start your preparation for CDS and AFCAT examination. The National Defence Academy NDA and the Combined Defence Services CDS Exams are gateways to tri-services of the Indian Armed Forces. Though both the exams are conducted by the Union Public Service Commission, I. e. UPSC for those Candidates who are passionate to serve their Nation dedicated. These are the part of Indian Defence Services. It is a very prestigious job with Lacs of aspirants trying their fate in the Indian Defence Sector & for those who are planning to join Indian Army, Navy or Air Force. The Air Force Common Admission Test AFCAT is conducted by the Indian Air Force to select Class - I Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duties (Technical and Non-Technical). The exam is held twice a year, in February and August/September, respectively. AFCAT is a gateway for both male and female candidates who wish to join the Indian Air Force for both Short Service Commission in Flying Branch and Permanent Commission/Short Service Commission in Ground Duties for both Technical and Non-Technical roles. This requires deep and complete knowledge of syllabus.

The educational qualification and age criteria for CDS exam is given below-
Indian Military Academy:- You need to be a graduate in any discipline from a recognised university. Your age should be between 19 to 24 years. Air Force Academy:- You need to have a Bachelor's degree in Science with physics or mathematics or B.E. /B.Tech in engineering or technology. Your age should be between 19 to 23 years. Naval Academy:- You need to complete your graduation in engineering or technology or you can do B.Sc. Degree with physics or mathematics. Your age should be between 19 to 23 years. Officer's Training Academy:- You need to have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university or institution. Your age should be between 19 to 25 years. For more details about CDS exam and Application process, you can visit the official website http://www.upsc.gov.in.