5 Powerful Vedic Maths Tricks to Improve Your Calculating Speed

Math doesn’t have to be slow or boring, especially when you know some cool Vedic Maths tricks. In this blog, we will show you 5 powerful techniques from Vedic Mathematics that can help you solve calculations faster and with better accuracy.

Whether preparing for State, CBSE, ICSE exams, or just wanting to be faster in everyday math, these simple methods can save you time and make math more fun.

What is Vedic Mathematics?

Vedic Maths comes from the Sanskrit word Veda, which means “knowledge.” It’s a system of math tricks and formulas that help you do calculations quickly, often faster than a calculator.

It was rediscovered in the early 20th century by Bharati Krishna Tirtha, a Shankaracharya who is now known as the Father of Vedic Mathematics.

How can parents help their kids at home? Check the blog for detailed information.

How Vedic Maths Can Make Your Child a Math Whiz!

Vedic Maths is not just about faster calculation, it's about building confidence in math. When children learn these simple and smart techniques, they stop fearing numbers and start enjoying them. Whether it’s for school exams like  State/CBSE/ICSE or competitive exams like JEE, these tricks help improve speed, accuracy, and logical thinking.

Here’s why learning Vedic Maths is good for your child.

• Helps solve complex problems in less time
• Improve mental math and reduce dependency on calculators
• Improves concentration and memory power
• Makes learning math fun and interactive
• Builds a strong foundation for higher-level concepts
• Useful in competitive exams like JEE, Olympiads, NTSE, and more

Check out the blog below for tips and tricks to practice Vedic math at home.

Top 5 Powerful Vedic Maths Tricks

Now, let’s explore 5 easy Vedic Maths tricks you can start using today!

1. Square Numbers Ending in 5

This trick is perfect when you're squaring two-digit numbers that end in 5.

Example: (45)²

Step 1: Take the first digit (4)
Step 2: Multiply it by the next number (4 × 5 = 20)
Step 3: Add 25 at the end

Answer: 2025

Try it with: 65², 85²

2. Multiply Any Number by 11

This trick makes multiplying two-digit numbers by 11 super easy.

Example: 42 × 11

Step 1: Add the digits: 4 + 2 = 6
Step 2: Place that number between the original digits: 462

Answer: 462

Try it with: 35 × 11, 73 × 11

3. Divide Any Number by 5 (Fast!)

This method works best with big numbers.

Example: 1840 ÷ 5

Step 1: Multiply by 2 → 1840 × 2 = 3680
Step 2: Move the decimal one step left → 368.0

Answer: 368

Try it with: 1275 ÷ 5, 2345 ÷ 5

4. Subtract from 1000, 10000, etc. (Nikhilam Method)

Use this when you need to subtract a number from powers of 10 like 1000 or 10000.

Example: 1000 - 426

Step 1: Subtract each digit from 9 (except the last one from 10)
→ 9 - 4 = 5
→ 9 - 2 = 7
→ 10 - 6 = 4

Answer: 574

Try it with: 1000 - 389, 10,000 - 1342

5. Multiply Numbers Between 11 and 19

This is super helpful for two-digit numbers in the range 11 to 19.

Example: 14 × 16

Step 1: Add the unit digit of one number to the other → 14 + 6 = 20
Step 2: Multiply by 10 → 20 × 10 = 200
Step 3: Multiply unit digits → 4 × 6 = 24
Step 4: Add both results → 200 + 24 = 224

Try it with: 13 × 17, 12 × 14

Want Your Child to Master Vedic Maths?

Learning Vedic Maths is not just about speed; it’s about developing your confidence and building a smarter way to handle numbers. At first, these tricks might seem tricky, but with regular practice, they become second nature.

At Interval Learning , we offer a non-academic Vedic maths course for students of all ages. Our courses are interactive, fun, and designed to help kids apply Vedic Maths in their daily life, not just for exams!

Help your child fall in love with numbers. Contact us today and enroll today!