✪CDSE syllabus is broadly divided into three subjects viz; English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics.
Written by- Aastha
✪The standard of the syllabus for Elementary Mathematics will be of matriculation level. The level of CDSE syllabus for other subjects will be of graduation level.
✪Read below for more details on the CDSE syllabus and books.
Eng Syllabus
Antonyms
Sentence improvement
Comprehension
Synonyms
Word substitution
Ordering of sentences
Spotting Errors
Selecting Words
Ordering of words in a sentence
Best books for preparation
Objective General English by RS Aggarwal
Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
High School English Grammar and Composition
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Syllabus for GS
Economics
Physics
Current Affairs
Politics
Chemistry
Sociology
History
Defence
Award
Geography
Environment
Sport
Biology
Cultural
Books and authors
Syllabus in detail
Current events of national and international importance.
History of India and Indian National Movement.
Indian and World Geography-Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc.
General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
General Science etc...
NCERT Books for General Studies
Books from NCERT for Preperation
History Books
History: NCERT Class VI – Our Past
History: NCERT Class VII – Our Past -I
History: NCERT Class VIII – Our Past II and III
History: NCERT Class IX – India and the Contemporary World – I
History: NCERT Class IX – India and the Contemporary World – II
History: NCERT Class X – Themes In World History
History: NCERT Class XII – Themes In Indian History – I
History: NCERT Class XII – Themes in Indian History – II
History: NCERT Class XII – Themes In Indian History – III
NCERT Books about Indian Society for UPSC exam:
Indian Society: NCERT Class VI – Social Science: Social & Political Life I
Indian Society: NCERT Class VII – Social Science: Social & Political Life II
Indian Society: NCERT Class VIII – Social Science: Social & Political Life III
Indian Society: NCERT Class XI – Sociology: Understanding Society
Indian Society: NCERT Class XII – Indian Society
Indian Society: NCERT Class XII – Social Change and Development in India
IAS aspirants can also refer class 12 book for Sociology.
NCERT Indian Art and Culture books for UPSC:
Art & Culture : NCERT Class XI – An Introduction to Indian Art
Art & Culture : NCERT Class XI – Living Craft Traditions of India (Chapters 9 & 10)
Preparation Books from NCERT
Geography Books:
Geography: NCERT Class VI – The Earth Our Habitat
Geography: NCERT Class VII – Our Environment
Geography: NCERT Class VIII – Resource and Development
Geography: NCERT Class IX – Contemporary India – I
Geography: NCERT Class X – Contemporary India – II
Geography: NCERT Class XI – Fundamentals of Physical Geography
Geography: NCERT Class XI – India – Physical Environment
Geography: NCERT Class XII – Fundamentals of Human Geography
Geography: NCERT Class XII – India – People and Economy
Additional preparation books for reference:
Old NCERT books for History (Pre 2000s):
Ancient India (class XI) by RS Sharma: This covers the ancient Indian history syllabus completely.
Alternative Published version: India’s Ancient Past – RS Sharma: Covers all of the NCERT syllabus and is more detailed in all aspects. Should be a good substitute.
Medieval India (class IX) by Satish Chandra.
Alternative Published version: History of Medieval India – Satish Chandra: More detailed than the NCERT but less easy to read. NCERT would be better.
Modern India (class X) by Bipin Chandra: Best book for Medieval History
Alternative Published version: India Before Independence: Bipan Chandra’s published book is easily available is more comprehensive, but the NCERT is more objective and easier to read.
World History (Class X): Should be enough for an intro to world history.
NCERT Books for Polity
Polity NCERT Books
Polity: NCERT Class IX – Political Science: Democratic Politics Part – I
Polity: NCERT Class X – Political Science: Democratic Politics Part – II
Polity: NCERT Class XI – Political Science: Indian Constitution at Work
Polity: NCERT Class XI – Political Science: Political Theory
Polity: NCERT Class XII – Political Science I: Contemporary World Politics
Polity: NCERT Class XII – Political Science II: Politics in India since Independence
For Polity: Class 9 to 12 NCERT books should be read in detail, with a focus on 11th and 12th (of which World Politics, only if time permits).
Books from NCERT for Economy
NCERT Books on Economy
Economy: NCERT Class IX – Economics
Economy: NCERT Class X – Understanding Economic Development
Economy: NCERT Class XI – Indian Economic Development
Economy: NCERT Class XII – Introductory Microeconomics
Economy: NCERT Class XII – Introductory Macroeconomics
For Economics: Reference of class 9 to 12 NCERT books should be ideal, but if you are familiar with the subject, class 11 and some chapters in class 11 and class 12 (micro + macro) would be sufficient. So, read selectively!
Science & Technology Books from NCERT
Science: NCERT Class VI
Science: NCERT Class VII
Science: NCERT Class VIII
Science: NCERT Class IX
Science: NCERT Class X
Science: NCERT Class XI – Chemistry: Unit 14 & Biology: Units 4 & 5
Science: NCERT Class XII – Chemistry: Unit 16 & Biology: Units 8, 9 & 10
Books from NCERT on Environment & Ecology
Science: Class XII – Biology: last four Chapters (13 to 16)
Maths Syllabus
Mensuration
Algebra
Mean-Median-Mode (Frequency Distribution Table)
Time speed and Distance
Number System
Simple interest/Compound interest
Percentage
Profit/Loss
Time and Work
Trigonometry
Set Theory
Geometry
Books for maths
CDS Book
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations
Dr. R. S. Aggarwal
(S. Chand Publication)
Mathematics for CDS Examination
Dr. R. S. Aggarwal
(S. Chand Publication)
