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CDS 2 Answer Key 2023 – Download Answer Key and Solutions PDF

By BYJU'S Exam Prep

Updated on: September 25th, 2023

The CDS 2 2023 Answer Key is an invaluable resource for all aspiring candidates gearing up for the upcoming examination scheduled for April 16th. Crafted by our team of seasoned Defence experts, this unofficial answer key is available in four sets – A, B, C, and D, corresponding to the question papers.

This comprehensive answer key serves as a tool for aspirants to gauge their expected performance. By cross-referencing their answers with the correct ones provided, candidates can estimate their tentative scores. The answer key covers three subjects – General Knowledge, Mathematics, and English.

In this article, candidates can conveniently access and download the unofficial UPSC CDS 2 answer key in PDF format for all four sets – A, B, C, and D across the subjects of Mathematics, English, and General Knowledge. Furthermore, the answer key is equipped to calculate scores for each attempted question, aiding candidates in assessing their performance accurately.

CDS Answer Key 2023

The Union Public Service Commission successfully administered the CDS 2 2023 examination on September 3rd. Following the examination, the much-awaited CDS Answer Key 2023 has been made available to candidates. This answer key has been meticulously crafted by the proficient subject matter experts at BYJUs Exam Prep.

Below, you will find the CDS 2 answer key mentioning the English, Mathematics, and General Knowledge papers for sets A, B, C, and D.

CDS Answer Key Overview

The CDS 2 2023 Exam took place on September 3, 2023, across multiple examination centers nationwide. Following the culmination of the exam, aspirants are filled with anticipation for the release of the CDS Answer Key 2023. In this context, we are pleased to offer you a concise summary of the examination, encompassing its structure, the quantity of questions presented, scoring criteria, and more.

Exam Name

Combined Defence Services (CDS)

Event

CDS Answer Key 2023

Authority

Union Public Service Commission

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Paper

General Knowledge, English, Elementary Mathematics

Number of Questions

IMA, INA, AFA: 340 Questions

OTA: 240 Questions

Marks

IMA, INA, AFA: 300 Marks

OTA: 200 Marks

CDS 2 Answer Key 2023 Release Date

UPSC has not released any official CDS 2 answer key for the exam yet, but to get an idea of student’s score and correct answers, we at BYJU’S Exam Prep brings you CDS answer key 2023 PDF for Set A, Set B, Set C, and Set D respectively. Here are the dates for the official and unofficial CDS 2 2023 Answer Key for all papers.

Event

Date

Exam Date

3 September 2023

CDS 2 Answer Key 2023 Download (Unofficial)

3 September 2023

CDS Answer Key 2023 Date (Official)

To be Updated Soon

CDS 2 Answer Key 2023 PDF Download: Set A, B, C, D

We created the unofficial CDS answer key 2023 for Sets A, B, C, and D in PDF format. This unofficial CDS answer key includes correct answers for General Knowledge, English, and Elementary Mathematics. You can also check the set-wise official CDS answer key for the exam from the links below.

CDS 2 English Answer Key 2023

The CDS English answer key 2 2023 was prepared by our Defence experts. You can download the CDS answer key PDF for English Set A, Set B, Set C, and Set D here.

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CDS 2 GK Answer Key 2023

Download the CDS answer key 2023 for the General Knowledge paper prepared by our experts for Set A, Set B, Set C, and Set D from the direct links.

CDS GK Answer Key

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CDS 2 Maths Answer Key 2023

Candidates who appeared for the exam on 16 April 2023 can check and download the CDS answer key PDF for Maths for Set A, Set B, Set C, and Set D here, along with the question papers.

CDS Maths Answer Key

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CDS 1 Question Papers PDF Set A, B, C, D

Here we have provided you with the CDS Question Papers 2023 for Set A, Set B, Set C, and Set D for English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics. These papers are helpful for the aspirants who appeared in the exam and will help those who will appear in the upcoming Defence exams. Download these subject-wise question papers PDF for sets A, B, C, and D from the links below and refer to them while checking the CDS answer key.

Set

English

General Knowledge

Elementary Mathematics

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CDS 2 Answer Key 2023: YouTube Session

We conducted the CDS 2 answer key 2023 YouTube Session on our YouTube channel. Our expert faculties will carry out this answer key discussion. If you need a detailed explanation for the CDS answer key, you must check the live analysis on 3 September 2023 at 5:00 PM.

Click here to Watch Youtube Session for Answer Key

How to Calculate Marks Using CDS Answer Key?

You can use the above CDS answer key to check your marks. Below is the marking scheme for the exam, which includes marks for every correct & incorrect answer in English, GK, and Maths papers.

Subject

Number of Questions

Total marks

Marks for Every Correct Answer

Marks for Every Incorrect Answer

English

120

100

0.83

-0.27

General Knowledge

120

100

0.83

-0.27

Elementary Mathematics (For IMA, AFA, INA)

100

100

1

-0.33

Here are the steps to compute your scores using the CDS answer key:

  1. Begin by identifying the number of correctly answered questions in both the English and General Knowledge sections.
  2. Multiply the count of correct answers in the English and General Knowledge sections by a factor of 0.83.
  3. Proceed to determine the number of incorrect responses in the English and GK sections.
  4. Multiply the quantity of incorrect answers by a multiplier of 0.27.
  5. Now, ascertain the total number of correct and incorrect answers in the Elementary Mathematics section, multiplying the correct ones by a factor of 1.
  6. Multiply the tally of incorrect answers in the Mathematics section by a coefficient of 0.33.
  7. Sum up the marks obtained in the English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics sections for CDS 2 2023.
  8. The result you obtain represents your score in the examination.

If your score surpasses the CDS cutoff, it’s advisable to take swift action and commence your preparations for the SSB Interview. Additionally, you may explore our SSB Online Classroom Programfor further guidance.

For those who find themselves on the borderline, falling short of the required marks, there’s no need for discouragement. Remember, there’s always another opportunity. You can choose to enroll in our Defence Online Classroom Program and avail yourself of the CDS & Defence Test Series to fortify your preparations and enhance your chances of success in the future.

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