What are the best books to prepare for UPSC CDS? What are the best coaching centers for UPSC CDS?

Dear Student,

Here are some of the best books to prepare for the Union Public Service Commission Combined Defence Services (UPSC CDS) exam:

• NCERT Books - For History and Geography
• High School English Grammar by Wren and Martin and Word Power Made Easy - For English
• Pathfinder for CDS by Arihant
• Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Agarwal

Apart from that, keep yourself updated with the latest GK and current affairs by regularly reading the newspaper. Reading the Pratiyogita Darpan magazine is also highly recommended for UPSC CDS aspirants.

You can also refer to our UPSC CDS exam preparation tips for a subject-wise preparation strategy for the exam.

Please feel free to write back to us if you have any other queries.

Thank you.