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CDS Maths Answer Key 2024 - Download CDS 1 Set wise Answer key PDF Here

CDS Maths Answer Key 2024 - Download CDS 1 Set wise Answer key PDF Here

Edited By Soujanya K | Updated on May 10, 2024 08:03 AM IST | #CDS

The Union Public Service Commission will release the official CDS 1 2024 maths answer key online on the UPSC website. Candidates will be able to download the official UPSC CDS Maths answer key at upsc.gov.in. It will be made available after the recruitment process that takes place after the CDS exam 2024 is complete.

CDS Maths Answer Key 2024 - Download CDS 1 Set wise Answer key PDF Here
CDS Maths Answer Key 2024 - Download CDS 1 Set wise Answer key PDF Here

Many coaching centres such as Major Kalshi Classes and Cavalier released their own unofficial versions of the CDS 1 answer key 2024 immediately after the exam for candidates to refer to. Soon after the exam, candidates are able to check their official results of CDS exam on the official website to know whether or not they are eligible to attempt the SSB interview.

The CDS answer key 2024 for Maths was released separately for each set - A, B, C, and D and consisted of all of the correct answers to the questions asked in the CDS exam. Candidates can use the Maths CDS answer key 2024 to cross-check the answers they gave in the exam and accordingly calculate a tentative score. To make use of the past UPSC CDS Maths Answer key 2024 for preparation, candidates can also download the past years' question papers and practice solving them for the upcoming exam. The download links for the UPSC CDS Maths answer key is available in the content below. Candidates who attempted the exam are advised to download CDS Maths Answer Key 2024 to calculate their scores as soon as it comes out

CDS Maths Answer Key 2024 Dates

Aspirants must make note of the important dates related to the CDS 1 2024. The CDS exam dates can be found in the table below.

CDS 1 2024 Answer Key Dates

Events

Dates

CDS 1 2024 Exam

April 1, 2024

CDS 1 2024 Official Answer Key

To be announced

CDS 2 2024 Answer Key Dates

Events

Dates

CDS 2 2024 Exam

September 1, 2024

CDS 2 2024 Official Answer Key

To be announced

Previous Year CDS Maths Answer Key

Candidates preparing for the CDS Maths exam 2024 are encouraged to download both the previous year's answer key as well as the past years' question papers. Past years' answer keys are very helpful during preparation as using them allows candidates to evaluate their performance while solving past years' papers for practice. Candidates can view and download the previous year's official CDS answer keys for Maths ( both official and unofficial) from the table below.

CDS 1 Answer Key 2022 (Unofficial)

Exam name

Download links

CDS 2 exam date 2022

English - Click here

Maths - Click here

GK - Click here

Previous Year CDS Maths Answer Key

Year

CDS Maths answer key

CDS (II) 2021

Click here

CDS (I) 2021

Click here

CDS (I) 2020

Click Here

CDS (II) 2020

Click here

CDS (I) 2019

Click here

CDS (II) 2019

Click here

CDS (I) 2018

Click Here

CDS (II) 2018

Click Here

CDS (I) 2017

Click Here

CDS (II) 2017

Click Here

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CDS Answer Key by Cavalier
CDS Answer Key by Baalnoi
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How to Download the CDS Maths Answer Key 2024?

There are two ways to download the answer key of CDS Maths 2024. One way is to click on the direct link which will be made available whenever the official UPSC CDS Maths answer key is released. The second way involves downloading the ANSWER KEY from the UPSC website. To download the answer key of CDS Maths 2024, follow the steps mentioned below -

Step 1 - Visit the official website of UPSC - upsc.gov.in

Step 2 - In the header on the home page , click on "Examination" and select "Answer Key" from the drop-down menu.

Step 3 - Here the CDS Maths answer key 2024 will be available for download, "Combined Defense Services Examination, 2024".

Step 4 - Click on the "Elementary Mathematics" download link located next to the CDS answer key.

Step 5 - A PDF file will open on a new page. Download this file and match it to the CDS Maths question of the same year.

By downloading the Answer key and using it with the question paper, you can also practice for the CDS exam in a more efficient way.

Quick links:

CDS Exam Analysis
CDS Cut off

CDS Maths Answer key 2024 - How marks are calculated?

As per the CDS exam pattern, the Elementary Mathematics section has 100 questions and the total marks allotted for this section is 100. Therefore, candidates will be awarded 1 mark for every correct response and negative marks of 1/3 (0.33) will be deducted for incorrect responses.

Score = 1 x Number of right answers – 0.33 x Number of wrong answers

Also, read

CDS Answer Key English
CDS Answer Key General Knowledge
CDS Salary

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. How to download the answer key of CDS Maths 2024?

Candidates will be able to download the answer key by visiting the official website and also by following the steps mentioned in the article above.

2. What are the marks in CDS Maths?

Each question carries one mark and 0.30 mark is deducted as negative marks.

3. Is CDS Maths difficult?

No, the exam is not that difficult but if you haven't prepared well enough, it can be tricky.

4. Is the CDS maths answer key important?

Yes, the answer key is of utmost importance, as it contains all the correct answers to the questions asked in the exam.

5. When will the official answer key of CDS 2024 be released?

The answer key will be released after the complete CDS recruitment process is over.

6. Is it allowed to use a calculator in the CDS?

No, candidates are not permitted to use calculators in the CDS 1 2024 Maths exam. 

7. What is the age limit for CDS?

Candidates attempting the UPSC CDS exam must be at least 19 years old and not older than 25. 

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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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