CDS 2 Mock Test 2026: Full Online Practice Test with Detailed Solutions
CDS preparation becomes difficult when English, General Knowledge and Mathematics are studied separately but never tested with a real paper timer. This free CDS 2 Mock Test 2026 gives you an exam-style practice setup for IMA, INA, AFA and OTA so you can check accuracy, paper selection and weak topics before the UPSC exam.
Quick answer for CDS 2 aspirants
UPSC has scheduled Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 for 13 September 2026. IMA, INA and AFA candidates have English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics for 100 marks each, while OTA candidates have English and General Knowledge only. Every paper is 2 hours and objective type. Wrong answers carry a penalty of one-third of the marks assigned to that question.
How This CDS 2 Full Mock Test Helps
CDS does not become difficult only because of the syllabus. The bigger problem is switching between three very different papers. English needs quick reading and accurate usage. General Knowledge needs memory, current awareness and basic science. Elementary Mathematics needs clean calculations without a calculator.
This mock keeps those papers separate, just like the actual written scheme. It contains original practice questions created for this test and does not copy an official UPSC paper or another test platform.
Start CDS 2 Mock Test 2026
Select the route that matches your application. Paper transitions are automatic and every new paper starts with a fresh 120-minute timer.
Your CDS 2 Mock Test Result
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CDS 2 Exam Pattern 2026: IMA, INA, AFA vs OTA
The UPSC notification gives three objective papers for IMA, INA and AFA: English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics. OTA has only English and General Knowledge. Each paper carries 100 marks and gets 2 hours.
| Route | Paper | Questions in This Mock | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMA / INA / AFA | English | 120 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| IMA / INA / AFA | General Knowledge | 120 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| IMA / INA / AFA | Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| OTA | English + General Knowledge | 240 total | 200 total | 2 Hours each paper |
CDS 2 Syllabus 2026: What to Revise Before This Mock
CDS preparation becomes easier when you keep the syllabus simple. English and GK are roughly graduate-standard papers, while UPSC states that Elementary Mathematics is of Matriculation level.
English
- Understanding of English and practical use of words
- Vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms and spelling
- Grammar, sentence correction and usage
- Idioms, sentence transformation and comprehension
- Timed reading and elimination practice
General Knowledge
- Current events and defence awareness
- Everyday science and scientific observation
- History of India
- Geography
- Polity, economy and general awareness for practice
Elementary Mathematics - Arithmetic & Algebra
- Number system, HCF, LCM, fractions and logarithms
- Time-work, time-distance, percentage, interest and profit-loss
- Ratio, proportion and variation
- Polynomials, quadratic equations and simultaneous equations
- Sets, rational expressions and laws of indices
Maths - Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration & Statistics
- Standard trigonometric values, identities, heights and distances
- Lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals and circles
- Area, surface area and volume
- Tables, bar charts, histograms and frequency polygons
- Measures of central tendency
34-Day CDS 2 Study Plan Before 13 September 2026
At this stage, a simple plan works better than collecting new books. The goal is to improve paper speed, keep GK revision active and make Maths accurate enough that negative marking does not destroy your score.
Build Accuracy
Revise grammar and vocabulary daily. Cover arithmetic and algebra first. Start one short GK notebook for history, geography, science and 2026 current affairs. Take one diagnostic mock at the end of this phase.
Train With Paper Timers
Practise English and GK in 2-hour blocks. Add trigonometry, geometry, mensuration and statistics. IMA/INA/AFA candidates should take two Maths papers during this phase. OTA candidates can use that time for English and GK revision.
Mock, Analyse, Repeat
Attempt full route mocks on alternate days. On the day between mocks, revise only errors, formulas and current affairs. Avoid random guessing and do not switch sources in the final week.
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If one part of this mock feels weak, use one focused guide and return to the test. Using fewer resources with more revision is usually better than changing teachers every day.
How to Improve Your CDS Mock Test Score
Do not look only at your final number. In English, check whether mistakes came from vocabulary, grammar or reading speed. In GK, separate current affairs from static topics so you know what to revise. In Mathematics, write down every formula or calculation type that slowed you down.
Negative marking changes the way CDS should be attempted. If you have no basis to eliminate options, leaving a question blank can be better than guessing. Accuracy matters more than showing a high attempt count.
CDS 2 Mock Test 2026 FAQs
When is CDS 2 2026 exam?
UPSC has scheduled Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 for 13 September 2026.
How many papers are there in CDS for IMA, INA and AFA?
There are three written papers: English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics. Each paper carries 100 marks and gets 2 hours.
Is Maths included in CDS OTA?
No. OTA candidates have English and General Knowledge only in the written examination.
Is there negative marking in CDS 2?
Yes. UPSC deducts one-third of the marks assigned to a question for a wrong answer. A blank question carries no penalty.
How many questions are included in this CDS mock?
The IMA/INA/AFA route contains 340 practice questions: 120 English, 120 General Knowledge and 100 Elementary Mathematics. The OTA route contains 240 questions because Mathematics is excluded.
Can I attempt only CDS English, GK or Maths?
Yes. The tool includes paper-only practice buttons along with full IMA/INA/AFA and OTA routes.
What is the standard of CDS Elementary Mathematics?
UPSC states that the Elementary Mathematics paper is of Matriculation level. The other written subjects are approximately at graduate level.
Is this an official UPSC CDS question paper?
No. It is an original free practice mock. Use UPSC previous question papers separately for exact PYQ practice.
Official Sources and Update Note
Exam date, paper scheme, standard, syllabus and negative-marking rules were checked against the UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026 notification. The 120-English, 120-GK and 100-Maths question format used by this simulator follows the current CDS paper structure reflected in recent CDS paper formats. Always verify the latest e-Admit Card and UPSC instructions before exam day.
