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CDS 2 GK Answer Key 2024 - Download Official & Unofficial Answer Key PDF's

CDS 2 GK Answer Key 2024 - Download Official & Unofficial Answer Key PDF's

Edited By Vishnukumar | Updated on May 22, 2024 10:16 AM IST | #CDS

Union Public Service Commission will release the official CDS 2 2024 GK answer key online on the official UPSC website. Candidates will be able to download the UPSC GK answer sheets at upsc.gov.in after the selection process is complete. Many notable Coaching centres will also be releasing their own versions of the CDS 2 answer key 2024 after the exam.

CDS 2 GK Answer Key 2024 - Download Official & Unofficial Answer Key PDF's
CDS 2 GK Answer Key 2024 - Download Official & Unofficial Answer Key PDF's

The unofficial CDS 2 GK answer key 2024 will be made available for download immediately after the exam. The download links for the same will be available in the content below. Candidates who will be attempting the CDS exam are advised to download the answer key for reference as soon as it comes out.

CDS GK Answer Key 2024 - Important Dates

To know about the important dates of the CDS 2024 exam dates and CDS GK Answer Key 2024 candidates can check the table below.

Important Dates of CDS GK Answer Key 2024

Events

Dates

CDS 1 2024 exam

April 21, 2024

CDS 2 exam 2024

September 1, 2024

Unofficial CDS 1 GK Answer Key 2024

April 21, 2024

Unofficial CDS 2 GK answer key 2024

To be announced

CDS GK Answer Key 2024 - Written Exam

The CDS exam is conducted in two stages by UPSC - a written exam and an SSB interview. The CDS written exam has questions asked from subjects like general awareness, elementary mathematics, and English. The three CDS 2024 question papers will be released after a few days of the CDS exam. The CDS answer key will be released for all three papers separately. Candidates need to have cleared the CDS written examination to be eligible for the SSB interview stage. UPSC will release the official answer key for the CDS GK written exam after the declaration of the final result.

How to Download the Official CDS GK Answer Key 2024?

The CDS GK answer key 2024 will be available for download on the UPSC website. Candidates can follow the steps below to download the answer key of the CDS GK paper.

  • Visit the UPSC official website - www.upsc.gov.in.

  • Search for the CDS GK answer key 2024 link.

  • A PDF file of the GK answer key will be opened on the screen.

  • Check the CDS question paper set and accordingly match the CDS answer key.

  • Download the CDS GK answer key for future reference.

CDS GK Answer Key 2024 - Score Calculation & Marking Scheme

With the help of the unofficial CDS GK answer key 2024, candidates will be able to calculate their approximate score and get an idea of how they did in the CDS 2 2024 exam. To calculate the Combined Defence Services examination score aspirants can use the below-mentioned formula.

Total score = Number of correct answers x Marks awarded – Number of incorrect answers x Marks deducted

Marking Scheme for CDS GK 2024

Paper

Duration

Maximum Marks

Marks of incorrect answer

General Knowledge

2 hrs

100

-⅓ of the marks allotted to the question

Previous Year CDS GK Answer Key

Candidates preparing for the CDS exam 2024 can also use the previous year's answer key along with the past question papers during preparation. The previous years' answer keys are helpful as using these answer keys will help candidates evaluate their performance while solving the past years’ papers. For more details, candidates can find the CDS previous year's answer keys (both official and unofficial) in the table given below.

CDS 1 Answer Key 2024 (Unofficial)

CDS 1 Answer Key 2024 (Unofficial by Major Kalshi Classes)

Papers

CDS 1 2024 Answer key (All Sets)

GKClick here

CDS GK 2023 unofficial answer key

Coaching

CDS GK answer key 2023 Links

Baalnoi Academy answer key

Click here

Cavalier answer key

Click here

NeoStencil answer key

Click here

Major Kalshi Classes

Click here

CDS 2 2022 Answer Keys (Unofficial)

Coaching

CDS GK answer key 2022 Links

MAJOR KALSHI Classes

Click here

Cavalier

Click here

Previous years CDS Answer Keys (Official)

Year

CDS GK answer key

CDS (II) 2021

Click here

CDS (I) 2021

Click here

CDS (I) 2020

Click here

CDS (II) 2020

Click here

CDS Cut off 2024

Union Public Service Commission will release the CDS 2024 cutoff for all the stages of the exam after the final CDS result declaration. The final CDS cutoff 2024 will be released along with the final CDS result. But some of the eminent coaching institutes will release the expected CDS cutoff after the CDS exam. Applicants clearing the CDS written exam cutoff will be eligible to appear for the SSB interview stage.

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. When is the CDS 2 2024 exam scheduled to be held?

The CDS 2 2024 exam will be conducted on September 1, 2024.

2. Is there -ve marking in the CDS written exam?

Yes, 1/3 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in the CDS examination.

3. What post does one get after clearing the CDS exam?

After clearing the CDS exam candidates are recruited as officers in the three Indian Defence Services.

4. Where can I download the CDS official answer key from?

Applicants can download the CDS GK answer key from the UPSC website - www.upsc.gov.in. after the conclusion of the exam.

5. What is the selection process of CDS 2024?

The selection process of CDS exam 2024 comprises written exam, SSB interview and medical examination.

6. How to download the CDS question paper 2024?

Candidates will be able to download the CDS question paper PDF from the official website.

7. How many marks is the CDS GK paper?

The CDS GK paper holds 100 marks and the time allotted to attempt this paper is 2 hours. 

8. How many marks are deducted for wrong answer in CDS?

For every incorrect answer, 0.33 marks are deducted from the total in the CDS GK exam.

9. Can I see my marks in CDS?

The CDS scorecard will be made available on the official UPSC exam before the SSB interview. 

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Questions related to CDS

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Hello,

For CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), the eligibility criteria regarding age are as follows:

  1. Age Limit :
    • Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2001 and not later than 1st January 2006 are eligible.

Since your date of birth is 3rd May 2003, you fall within the eligible age range for the CDS exam.

  1. Number of Attempts :
    • There is no restriction on the number of attempts for the CDS exam as long as you meet the age criteria.

Therefore, you have as many attempts as you need until you cross the upper age limit (which is usually around 24 years for CDS IMA, but it's always best to check the latest notification from UPSC for any changes).

As of now, based on your age, you are eligible to appear for the CDS exam and have multiple attempts remaining.

Good luck with your preparations!

Hello,

Age Criteria for CDS OTA:

  • For Officers Training Academy (OTA) : Candidates must be unmarried and between 19 and 25 years old. The specific birth date range for a given year of examination is usually mentioned in the official notification by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

Age Eligibility:

For the CDS exam conducted in 2026, considering the typical cutoff dates:

  • For CDS OTA 2026 : You should be born between January 2, 2001, and January 1, 2007, to be eligible (this range might slightly vary each year, so it’s best to check the official notification for the exact dates).

Given your date of birth (March 13, 2001), you will be 25 years old in March 2026. Thus, you will fall within the eligible age range for the OTA in 2026.

Educational Qualification:

  • You will complete your graduation in 2023, which satisfies the educational requirement for the CDS exam (a bachelor's degree from a recognized university).

So, Based on the information provided, you will be eligible to apply for the CDS OTA in 2026, given your age and educational qualifications.

Hope it helps you!

Ofcourse you can give cds exam until the age of 25 years if you have completed your graduation.there is no best year for attempting any exam it depends on your preparation if you are confident that you are going to crack the exam go for it dont waste your time for the right time to come.

Cds exam is conducted by UPSC hence it is hard you need to prepare for it do hard work smartly update yourself with ongoing news to get good marks in current affairs section as this is the toughest part of exam which keep changes with time.

Hey there,

The age limit to appear in the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam is a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 25 years. Additionally, you must be unmarried for some segments like Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Officers’ Training Academy (SSC Course for Men) and have completed your graduation before appearing for the CDS exam.

Given your date of birth is December 17, 2001, you will be eligible to appear for the CDS 2025 exam for segments like Air Force Academy and Officers’ Training Academy (SSC Course for Men) but you won't be eligible for segments like Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Indian Naval Academy (INA) because these segments require the age between 18 years to 23 years and by the time of CDS exam in 2025 your age will be more than 23 years. So, you won't be able to appear for IMA and INA.

If you need more information on any topic, feel free to ask your questions.

Thank you, and best wishes for your future!

Hey there,

The age limit to appear in the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam is a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 25 years. Additionally, you must be unmarried for some segments like Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Officers’ Training Academy (SSC Course for Men) and have completed your graduation before appearing for the CDS exam.

Given your age will be 25 in July 2027, you will be eligible to appear for the CDS-1  2027 exam for segments like Air Force Academy and Officers’ Training Academy (SSC Course for Men) only if the CDS-1 Exam helds before July 2027 but you won't be eligible for segments like Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Indian Naval Academy (INA) because these segments require the age between 18 years to 23 years and by the time of CDS exam in 2027 your age will be more than 23 years. So, you won't be able to appear for IMA and INA.

If you need more information on any topic, feel free to ask your questions.

Thank you, and best wishes for your future!

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