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CDS Answer Key 2023: Check Release Date & Direct Links
CDS Answer Key 2023: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam twice a year for candidates who want to join the Indian Air Force, Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, or Officer’s Training Academy. The CDS 1 written exam will be conducted on April 16, 2023. The Commission will release the answer key soon on the official website – upsc.gov.in.
| UPSC CDS Subjects | Practice UPSC CDS Chapter-Wise Questions |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Practice General Knowledge Chapters From UPSC CDS |
| English | Practice English Chapters From UPSC CDS |
| Mathematics | Practice Elementary Mathematics Chapters From UPSC CDS |
**Steps to practice free UPSC CDS unlimited questions are mentioned below in this article.
Once the answer key gets released, candidates who appear in the exam can check the same from this page. Furthermore, if they find any objections against any answer or question, they can challenge the same by paying the answer key challenge fee. Read this article to know more details regarding the answer key.
UPSC CDS 2023 Answer Key Release Date
After the exam is conducted successfully, the answer key will be released for courses beginning at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Air Force Academy, Hyderabad, Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, and Officers Training Academy, Chennai. Check the dates for the release of answer keys from the table below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CDS 1 exam date | April 16, 2023 |
| Release of unofficial answer key | April 16, 2023 |
| Official answer key release date | To Be Notified |
| CDS 2 exam date | September 03, 2023 |
| Unofficial answer key date | September 03, 2023 |
| Official answer key release date | To Be Notified |
CDS 2023 Answer Key (Official Links)
Following the announcement of the CDS final result, the Union Public Service Commission publishes the CDS answer key. The official answer key will be made available in PDF format for various subjects and codes.
| Subjects | CDS 1 2023 Official Key Link | CDS 1 2023 Official Key Link |
|---|---|---|
| English | To Be Released | To Be Released |
| Maths | To Be Released | To Be Released |
| GK | To Be Released | To Be Released |
How To Practice Questions on UPSC CDS Exam?
Know the steps to practice questions on the UPSC CDS Exam 2023 below:
- 1st Step: Visit Embibe’s official website, i.e., embibe.com.
- 2nd Step: Use the mobile number/email to log in.
- 3rd Step: Click on the menu bar “Getting a Government Job”.
- 4th Step: Select the Goal “Defence” from the Dropdown and click on “Next”.
- 5th Step: Search and select “UPSC CDS” on the search bar and click on “Next”.
- 6th Step: Select the preferred language and click on “Done”.
- 7th Step: Click “Practice” from the Header Section.
- 8th Step: Scroll down to the “Subjects” section.
- 9th Step: Click on any UPSC CDS subjects.
- 10th Step: Scroll down to click on the chapters from the selected subject to begin the practice.
How to Download CDS 2023 Answer Key?
The Combined UPSC Defence Services Response Key will be released on the official website of UPSC. Follow the process mentioned below to download it from the official website.
- 1st Step: Visit the official website of the UPSC – upsc.gov.in
- 2nd Step: Go to the “Examination” tab.
- 3rd Step: A drop-down menu will appear. Click on “Answer Keys” to get the list of all the Answer Keys available.
- 4th Step: Click on the “Combined Defence Services Examination” link to download the answer keys.
How To Calculate UPSC CDS Scores Using Response Key?
Candidates must be aware of the CDS exam pattern and marking scheme in order to calculate their probable score. Check the steps to calculate the score below:
- 1st Step: Check the exam pattern and marking scheme to know the system based on which marks are awarded.
- 2nd Step: Compare the OMR sheet (candidate’s copy) with the answer key.
- 3rd Step: Calculate the ‘Correct’ and ‘Incorrect’ responses and use the formula given below to calculate the score.
Calculate the Number of Correct and Wrong Attempts
Use the formula: Total Marks = Number of Correct Answers – (Number of Wrong Answers × 0.33)
UPSC CDS Exam Pattern
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 120 | 100 |
| Elementary Mathematics | 120 | 100 |
| General Knowledge (GK) | 120 | 100 |
Note that candidates applying for OTA will only have to appear for English and GK papers for a total of 200 marks. Whereas, for IMA, INA & AFA, candidates must appear for all three papers for 300 marks. Therefore, keep this in mind while calculating the score and use the marks calculation formula.
UPSC CDS Marking Scheme 2023
- For every correct attempt: 1 mark will be rewarded.
- For every wrong attempt, 1/3rd or 0.33 marks will be deducted.
Once the candidate is aware of the pattern and marking scheme, the next step is to calculate the score by referring to the steps given above.
CDS Unofficial Response Key Links
Here are the direct links to all UPSC CDS response keys released by Major Khalsi and Cavalier: Check the unofficial answer key from the table below.
CDS (1) 2021 Response Key by Major Khalsi Classes
| Subjects | Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|
| CDS 1 for English by Major Khalsi | CDS 1 English Key PDF |
| CDS 1 for Maths by Major Khalsi | CDS 1 Maths Key PDF |
| CDS 1 for GK by Major Khalsi | CDS 1 GK Key PDF |
CDS I 2021 Response Key by Cavalier
| Subjects | Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|
| CDS 1 for English by Cavalier | CDS 1 English Key PDF |
| CDS 1 for Maths by Cavalier | CDS 1 Maths Key PDF |
| CDS 1 for GK by Cavalier | CDS 1 GK Key PDF |
Download Previous Years UPSC CDS Solution Key PDF
Candidates can go through the last 2 year’s key along with the question papers to get an idea of important topics for this year. The official CDS answer key for previous years is listed below:
UPSC CDS (2) 2020 Key PDF
Here we have provided answer keys for the CDS (2) 2020 examination held on November 8, 2020.
CDS 2 Answer Key 2020 English – All Sets
CDS 2 Answer Key 2020 General Knowledge
CDS 2 Answer Key 2020 Elementary Mathematics
| CDS 2 2020 Mathematics Set A | CDS 2 2020 Mathematics Set B |
| CDS 2 2020 Mathematics Set C | CDS 2 2020 Mathematics Set D |
UPSC CDS (2) 2020 Question Papers
Here, we have provided question papers for the CDS (II) examination held on November 8, 2020. Check the questions and then match them with answer keys.
- UPSC CDS (2) 2020 Elementary Mathematics Question Paper
- UPSC CDS (2) 2020 General Knowledge Question Paper
- UPSC CDS (2) 2020 English Question Paper
UPSC CDS 1 Answer Key 2020
Here we have provided CDS I 2020 unofficial answer keys. Candidates can check the response key for each subject from the table below:
| Subjects | Answer Key PDF Download |
|---|---|
| CDS 1 2020 English | CDS 1 English Key PDF |
| CDS 1 2020 Mathematics | CDS 1 Mathematics Key PDF |
| CDS 1 2020 General Knowledge | CDS 1 General Knowledge Key PDF |
CDS 2019 Response Key PDF
We have provided CDS 2019 answer keys for CDS 1 and CDS 2 here. Candidates can download these answer keys in PDF format and save them for future reference.
CDS 1 2019 Response Key
| Subjects | Answer Key PDF Download |
|---|---|
| CDS 1 2019 Maths | CDS 1 2019 Maths Key PDF |
| CDS 1 2019 GK | CDS 1 2019 GK Key PDF |
| CDS 1 2019 English | CDS 1 2019 English Key PDF |
CDS (2) 2019 Response Key
| Subjects | Answer Key PDF Download |
|---|---|
| CDS 2 2019 Maths | CDS 2 2019 Maths Key PDF |
| CDS 2 2019 GK | CDS 2 2019 GK Key PDF |
| CDS 2 2019 English | CDS 2 2019 English Key PDF |
CDS 2018, 2017 Key & Question Papers
In order to practice for the CDS exam, candidates can download and solve the question papers. After solving, candidates can cross-check with the response keys that we have provided below. Here is the question paper for 2018 and 2017.
CDS (1) 2018 Exam
| Subject | CDS 1 2018 Question Paper | CDS 1 2018 Response Key |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Mathematics | CDS 1 Elementary Mathematics 2018 Question Paper | CDS 1 Elementary Mathematics 2018 Answer Key PDF |
| General Knowledge | CDS 1 General Knowledge 2018 Question Paper | CDS 1 General Knowledge 2018 Answer Key PDF |
| English | CDS 1 English 2018 Question Paper | CDS 1 English 2018 Answer Key PDF |
CDS (2) 2018 Exam
| Subject | CDS 2 2018 Question Paper | CDS 2 2018 Response Key |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Mathematics | CDS 2 Elementary Mathematics 2018 Question Paper | CDS 2 Elementary Mathematics 2018 Answer Key |
| General Knowledge | CDS 2 General Knowledge 2018 Question Paper | CDS 2 General Knowledge 2018 Answer Key |
| English | CDS 2 English 2018 Question Paper | CDS 2 English 2018 Answer Key |
CDS (1) 2017 Exam
| Subject | CDS 1 2017 Question Paper | CDS I 2017 Response Key |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Mathematics | CDS 1 Elementary Mathematics 2017 Question Paper | CDS 1 Elementary Mathematics 2017 Answer Key |
| General Knowledge | CDS 1 General Knowledge 2017 Question Paper | CDS 1 General Knowledge 2017 Answer Key |
| English | CDS 1 English 2017 Question Paper | CDS 1 English 2017 Answer Key |
CDS (2) 2017 Exam
| Subject | CDS 2 2017 Question Paper | CDS 2 2017 Response Key |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Mathematics | CDS 2 Elementary Mathematics 2017 Question Paper | CDS 2 Elementary Mathematics 2017 Answer Key |
| General Knowledge | CDS 2 General Knowledge 2017 Question Paper | CDS 2 General Knowledge 2017 Answer Key |
| English | CDS 2 English 2017 Question Paper | CDS 2 English 2017 Answer Key |
We have provided the Combined Defence Services exam answer keys and other relevant information on the answer key download. We will also update the other answer keys here as soon as they are available. So keep visiting this page.
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FAQs on CDS Answer Key
Here, we have enlisted some of the frequently asked questions related to the UPSC CDS Answer Key 2023.
Q: Does UPSC release the answer key for the CDS written exam?
A: Yes, UPSC releases the answer key for the CDS written exam.
Q: When will CDS 2023 answer keys be released?
A: The unofficial CDS answer key 2023 will be released after the conduction of the written exam.
Q: Will the result be calculated based on the UPSC CDS answer key?
A: Yes, the final scorecard is generated based on the official UPSC CDS answer key.
Q: Where can I download the official CDS answer key?
Ans: Official answer key can be downloaded from the official website of UPSC. You can also download them from this article.
Q: Why is the CDS exam key important?
A: CDS answer key will help candidates to calculate the overall score and also determine their ranking based on the cutoff score. Therefore, they are important.
Q: Can I predict my score using the CDS answer key?
A: Yes, candidates can predict their scores using the answer key. Based on the formula mentioned in this article, they can calculate the overall score.
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