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What is Vedic Mathematics?
Vedic Mathematics is an ancient system of Indian mathematics rediscovered from the Vedas by Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji in the early 20th century. It consists of 16 Sutras (formulas) and 13 sub-sutras that can solve complex mathematical problems in seconds.
At Shortcut Maths in Jadavpur, Kolkata, we have integrated Vedic Maths techniques into our daily teaching. Our students consistently report saving 15-20 minutes in quantitative aptitude sections by using these shortcuts. In competitive exams like SSC CGL, IBPS PO, CAT, and Railway exams, where you get less than 1 minute per question, these techniques are game-changers.
Saves 40-50% calculation time
Reduces silly calculation errors
Builds mental calculation confidence
Helps in Data Interpretation speed
Useful in all exams: SSC, Bank, Railway, CAT, MAT
Why Vedic Maths for Competitive Exams?
Saves 40-50% calculation time
Reduces silly calculation errors
Builds mental calculation confidence
Helps in Data Interpretation speed
Useful in all exams: SSC, Bank, Railway, CAT, MAT
Trick 1: Multiplication by 11 (Ekanyunena Purvena)
Write A, then (A+B), then B. If (A+B) ≥ 10, carry over the 1 to A.
Exam Application: Useful in simplification questions where multiplication by 11 appears directly or indirectly.
📐 Method: For any two-digit number AB × 11 Write A, then (A+B), then B. If (A+B) ≥ 10, carry over the 1 to A.
Example 1: 43 × 11 = ?
→ 4 | (4+3) | 3 = 473
Trick 2: Multiplication of Numbers Near 100 (Nikhilam Navatascaramam Dasatah)
Find difference from 100. Cross-add one difference. Multiply differences (2 digits).
📐 Method: For numbers near 100 Find difference from 100. Cross-add one difference. Multiply differences (2 digits).
Example 1: 96 × 93 = ?
96 is 4 less than 100. 93 is 7 less than 100.
Cross-add: 96 - 7 = 89 (or 93 - 4 = 89)
Multiply differences: 4 × 7 = 28
Answer: 8928
Trick 3: Square of Numbers Ending in 5 (Ekadhikena Purvena)
Multiply A by (A+1). Write 25 at the end.
Exam Application: Extremely useful in simplification, approximation, and number series questions.
📐 Method: For any number ending in 5 (A5)² Multiply A by (A+1). Write 25 at the end.
Example 1: 35² = ?
3 × (3+1) = 12. Write 25.
Answer: 1225
Trick 4: Square of Any Two-Digit Number (Yavadunam Tavadunikritya)
Write A², 2×A×B, and B² separately. Handle carries from right to left.
📐 Method: (AB)² = A² | 2AB | B² Write A², 2×A×B, and B² separately. Handle carries from right to left.
Example: 32² = ?
3² = 9 | 2×3×2 = 12 | 2² = 4
Write: 9 | 12 | 4 → Carry 1 from middle: (9+1) | 2 | 4 = 1024
Trick 5: Cube of Two-Digit Numbers
For numbers like 12³: Write 1³ : 1²×2 : 1×2² : 2³ = 1 : 2 : 4 : 8Double the middle terms and add with carry.
📐 Method: (AB)³ using ratio method For numbers like 12³: Write 1³ : 1²×2 : 1×2² : 2³ = 1 : 2 : 4 : 8Double the middle terms and add with carry.
Example: 12³ = ?
Ratio: 1 : 2 : 4 : 8
Double middle: 1 : (2+4) : (4+8) : 8 = 1 : 6 : 12 : 8
Handle carries: 1 : 6 : (12+0) : 8 → 1 : (6+1) : 2 : 8 = 1 : 7 : 2 : 8
Wait, better method:
1 | 2 | 4 | 8
→ 1 | (2×2=4, add to next) 4+4=8 | (4×2=8, add) 8+8=16 | 8
Standard: 1728
Trick 6: Division by 5, 25, 125
÷5 = ×2 and ÷10 (shift decimal left)÷25 = ×4 and ÷100÷125 = ×8 and ÷1000
Exam Application: Used extensively in Data Interpretation calculations where division by these numbers is common.
📐 Method: Multiply by 2, 4, 8 and shift decimal ÷5 = ×2 and ÷10 (shift decimal left)÷25 = ×4 and ÷100÷125 = ×8 and ÷1000
Example 1: 234 ÷ 5 = ?
234 × 2 = 468. Shift decimal: 46.8
Trick 7: Percentage to Fraction Conversion
📐 Memorize these conversions for instant calculation
Essential conversions:
50% = 1/2 | 33.33% = 1/3 | 25% = 1/4 | 20% = 1/5
16.66% = 1/6 | 14.28% = 1/7 | 12.5% = 1/8 | 11.11% = 1/9
10% = 1/10 | 9.09% = 1/11 | 8.33% = 1/12 | 7.69% = 1/13
6.66% = 1/15 | 6.25% = 1/16 | 5.88% = 1/17 | 5.55% = 1/18
Trick 8: Multiplication by 5, 25, 50
×5 = ×10 ÷ 2 | ×25 = ×100 ÷ 4 | ×50 = ×100 ÷ 2
📐 Method: Divide by 2, 4 and multiply by 10, 100 ×5 = ×10 ÷ 2 | ×25 = ×100 ÷ 4 | ×50 = ×100 ÷ 2
Example 1: 84 × 5 = ?
84 ÷ 2 = 42. ×10 = 420
Trick 9: Finding Complement (All from 9, Last from 10)
Subtract all digits from 9 except the last digit, which is subtracted from 10.
📐 Method: For subtraction from powers of 10 Subtract all digits from 9 except the last digit, which is subtracted from 10.
Example 1: 1000 - 467 = ?
4 from 9 = 5, 6 from 9 = 3, 7 from 10 = 3
Answer: 533
Trick 10: Digital Root (Navasesh) for Verification
Digital root helps verify answers quickly without full recalculation.
📐 Method: Sum digits repeatedly until single digit Digital root helps verify answers quickly without full recalculation.
Example: Verify 47 × 32 = 1504
Digital root of 47: 4+7=11 → 1+1 = 2
Digital root of 32: 3+2 = 5
Product of DR: 2 × 5 = 10 → 1+0 = 1
Digital root of 1504: 1+5+0+4 = 10 → 1+0 = 1
Both match → Answer is likely correct ✓
How to Apply Vedic Maths in Competitive Exams
Simply knowing these tricks is not enough. You must practice them until they become second nature. Here's our recommended approach at Shortcut Maths:
Join our Quantitative Aptitude batch and learn 50+ Vedic Maths shortcuts from expert faculty. Get daily practice sheets, shortcut formula books, and unlimited mock tests.
Week 1-2: Learn one trick daily. Solve 20 questions using each trick.
Week 3-4: Mix all tricks in daily practice. Identify which trick applies to which question type.
Week 5+: Use tricks in full-length mock tests. Track time saved per section.
Success Metric: Our students at Shortcut Maths Jadavpur center who practiced these Vedic Maths tricks for 30 days consistently reported solving the Quant section 8-12 minutes faster than before.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vedic Maths is a powerful tool but should be combined with strong conceptual understanding. It helps in calculation speed, but you still need to understand the underlying concepts of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
With dedicated practice, you can learn the essential 10-15 tricks in 2-3 weeks. However, mastering them to use in exam conditions takes 1-2 months of regular practice.
Yes! These are mathematical techniques, not unfair means. They are completely legal and encouraged.
All competitive exams benefit: SSC CGL/CHSL, IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI PO, Railway NTPC, CAT, MAT, WBCS. Any exam with a Quantitative Aptitude or Numerical Ability section.
Yes! We conduct a 7-day Vedic Maths workshop every month at our Jadavpur center. Call 9804490328 to register for the next batch.
Last updated: May 15, 2026. For workshop registration, call +91-9804490328 or visit Shortcut Maths, Jadavpur, Kolkata.
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