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CDS Answer Key 2026 by Baalnoi Dates

Check the dates of the CDS answer key 2026 from the following tables.

CDS 1 2026 Baalnoi Answer Key Dates

CDS 2 2026 Baalnoi Answer Key Dates

CDS 1 2026 Answer Key Subject Wise

CDS 2 2026 Answer Key Subject Wise

CDS Marking Scheme

As mentioned in the exam pattern of CDS, the marking scheme specifies that there are a total of 340 questions for INA, IMA and AFA of 300 marks while for OTA there are 240 questions of 200 marks and one-third of a mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. However, no marks will be deducted for unattempted questions in the CDS exam.

CDS Result 2026

UPSC releases the CDS result 2026 in online mode on the official website. The result of CDS 2026 written test is released in PDF format and consists of the academy-wise names of all the shortlisted candidates who are eligible to appear for the SSB. The final merit list is released in PDF format after the SSB and medical examination are over. This list consists of academy-wise roll numbers and names of all candidates who are finally recruited to the vacant positions of CDS.

CDS Cut off 2026

The CDS cut-off is the minimum qualifying mark prescribed by UPSC to qualify for the exam. Aspirants must score equal to or more than the prescribed marks to qualify for each stage of the CDS exam. The CDS marks will be released academy-wise along with the result.

CDS Salary 2026

Aspirants who finally get recruited to the vacant posts of CDS get posted as Lieutenant and get the CDS salary equal to Level 10 which is Rs. 56,100- Rs 177500, the MSP is Rs. 15500. Candidates get allowances also like dearness allowance, flying allowance, dress allowance, transport allowance, and field area allowance.

Also Read:

• CDS English Answer Key
• CDS Maths Answer Key
• CDS GK Answer Key

CDS Answer key by Baalnoi - Previous Year

From the following tables, candidates can download the previous year of Baalnoi Academy CDS answer keys from the 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 CDS exams.

CDS 2022 Answer key by Baalnoi

CDS 2021 Answer key

CDS 2020 Answer Key by Baalnoi and other coaching institutes

UPSC CDS Answer Key by Baalnoi/Major Kalshi 2019

CDS 1 Answer key 2018 by Major Kalshi

CDS 1 Answer key by Baalnoi 2018

How to Download the CDS Answer Key 2026 by Baalnoi?

Step 1: Click on the direct link of the CDS 2026 Baalnoi Answer Key. (The link will be made available upon release)

Step 2: A new PDF will open from where aspirants can check the CDS answer key

Step 3: Match the answer to the question paper based on your attempts

Step 4: Calculate your score using the CDS marks calculation method shared here.

How CDS marks are Calculated?

Benefits of CDS Answer key 2026 by Baalnoi

• It helps aspirants know about all the correct answers from the CDS exam.

• Candidates can know their probable scores based on the number of correct and incorrect responses they have made in the exam.

• The answer key of CDS by Baalnoi will also help them know their performance.

• They can also compare their probable score with the expected CDS cutoff to know the chances of their selection. Check the CDS Selection Process.