
CDS Training Course
CDS Training Course
CDS | OTA | AFCAT | INET
Yoddhaa Defence Institute in Pune is dedicated to CDS preparation, providing expert training for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) exams. Founded by Lt Col Ranjitsingh Nalawade, the institute offers a comprehensive program tailored to the CDS syllabus, including detailed coverage of subjects and rigorous practice through mock tests and workshops. Our training focuses on both academic excellence and physical fitness, essential for meeting CDS defence standards.
We guide students through their CDS journey, from understanding CDS exam eligibility and CDS criteria to preparing for the CDS exam itself. Our expert faculty, comprising retired defense personnel and experienced educators, ensure a supportive learning environment that emphasizes leadership and personal development.
To enroll, candidates typically need to be between 19 to 25 years old and hold a graduate degree, in line with CDS age limit and CDS qualification requirements. The admission process may involve assessments and interviews.
For more information on the CDS full form, CDS exam syllabus, and to access the CDS portal, visit our website. Start your path to a successful career in the armed forces with Yoddhaa Defence Institute!
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OTA Examination
Yoddhaa Defence institute offers preparatory course for OTA Examination.The exam pattern for the UPSC CDS (Officers Training Academy) is a different from the other academies like IMA, INA, and AFA. For OTA, the exam is divided into two sections: English and General Knowledge. Each section is for two hours, therefore the entire exam takes four hours to complete. The total score for the OTA exam is 200 marks.
AFCAT Examination
Yoddhaa Defence Institute also offers exam preparation course for the AFCAT exam.The AFCAT Exam is a computer-based test conducted in English, featuring 100 or 150 questions depending on the branch you apply for technical or non technical. You have 2 hours to complete the exam, which includes sections on Verbal Ability, General Awareness, Military Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and technical subjects like Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science. The exam is of 300 marks. You’ll earn 3 marks for each correct answer, with a 1-mark deduction for incorrect answers, and unattempted questions don’t affect your score.
INET Examination
INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test) is an online exam held twice a year to recruit officers in the Executive, Technical, and Education branches of the Indian Navy. It’s open to both men and women who are graduates or in their final year of graduation.The INET exam has four sections: English, Reasoning and Numerical Ability, General Science and
Our QUALITY

Physical Training
Physical training for Police, Physical Training for Army as pattern
Military Discipline
Guided by eminent army officers, the students reside under rigorous military discipline that shapes them mentally and physically.

experienced faculty
Yoddhaa Institutehave Well qualified Teachers and Trainer.

Events and activity
On Regular basis we organise Events and activities for leadership building

Hostel facility
Students who are away from home or from other states can take our hostel

Personality Development
On Regular basis we organise Events and activities for leadership building

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WHAT WE OFFER

Infrastructure for GTO

Hostel Facility

Mess Facility

Exclusive Sessions on Current Affairs under Mrs Surabhi Pagar (Cleared UPSC Mains Twice)

Well Furnished Digital Classrooms for Tests, Interviews, Group Planning & Group Discussion

Obstacle Training under supervision of Physical Trainer
mentors AND EXPERTS FOR SSB

Lt Gen S P Goswami
AVSM, VSM (Retd)
Former Director General Army Air Defence

Col Ashish Sharma
Interviewing Officer
DY President Bhopal SSB

Lt Col Ranjitsingh Nalawade
Founder and CMD Army Air Defence
Former Admin Officer, Sainik School, Satara

Surabhi Pagar- Wani
Social Science faculty
BE 5 yr Exp in Instructing Social Science and GAT for NDA Cleared UPSC Mains Twice

Hav Uday Babar
Army (Retd) Admin Officer & Sport Instructor
Ex-Sainik School Satara.
Why join Yoddhaa
Holistic approach
Yoddhaa Defence Institute integrates NDA, IIT-JEE, CET, and NEET mock practices alongside board exam support for comprehensive learning.
Interactive learning
The institute fosters a lively and engaging educational environment, prioritizing student involvement over traditional lecture formats.
Personalized support
Individualized analysis and one-on-one counseling ensure tailored attention for both boys and girls, promoting positive mental health.
Career guidance
Yoddhaa offers career counseling services to empower students in making informed decisions about their future paths.
Detailed curriculum
A structured day-to-day curriculum plan aids students in maintaining focus and discipline throughout their academic journey.
Percentile booster workshops
Specialized workshops aim to enhance students' performance through targeted strategies for exam success.
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