Pre-DAC

My Journey with CDAC: From Amazon to a New Beginning

In September 2018, I began searching for centers that provide Pre-DAC training. My father advised me to pursue Pre-DAC to ensure I could crack the C-CAT exam.

We visited CDAC Pashan, the main center, which is a huge site. We inquired about the courses offered by CDAC. You can find the eligibility criteria and courses here:

I focused mainly on the DAC course, the most popular one at CDAC with the highest placement rates. I also considered courses related to my Electronics field. After some research, I decided on DAC, and now I look back and see it was a good decision.

For DAC, I prepared only for Section A and Section B. More information about the admission process can be found here:

I visited CDAC ACTS at the Pashan Center, but they do not provide Pre-DAC. I then explored IET, Know IT, and found information about PreDAC at the Kothrud Center. Here’s a list of CDAC centers:

While working at Amazon, I informed my manager, Pushkaraj Borawake Sir, about my plan to pursue this course and my need to resign. Despite several discussions with him and the Operations Manager, they still wanted me to stay, especially with the peak season approaching. I was one of the best CHT performers for the last six months.

My manager suggested that I could prepare for the entrance exam while continuing my job. It was a tough decision for me. In September, I applied for resignation with a one-month notice to focus on C-CAT preparation. Pre-DAC training lasted 1-2 months, with the exam dates on December 9th and 16th, both Sundays.

Again, I thought if I couldn't crack the exam, it would take another six months and be difficult without a job. I personally visited Kothrud, IET, and Know-IT with my father to discuss E&TC 2016 pass out, job opportunities, and Pre-DAC schedules.

Kothrud and IET started Pre-DAC batches before my notice period, so I had only one choice left—Know-IT. Sunbeam was good at Pre-DAC training but was far from home, so I left that option.

Know IT offered training from 9 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Saturday. I visited the place, decided to join, and paid the 8000 earned by me for Pre-DAC.

I met Vaibhav Inamdar Sir [TPO KNOW-IT] and he mentioned the option to "Study from Home." My father insisted on attending classes in person.

On my last working day, I informed my Amazon Manager that I was joining classes from 9 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Saturday. He discussed with Sachin Sir, and they informed me I could log in from 5 AM to 8 AM and then attend classes. What a great option it was!

I woke up early, worked for three hours a day, and studied at the classes too.