APPSC Group I · Cutoff
APPSC Group I Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in APPSC Group I Services Prelims actually get you? These bands map a mock/exam percentage to the rank window and outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns — indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
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Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Indicative) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 120-132 marks (50-55%) |
| EWS | 114-126 marks (47.5-52.5%) |
| OBC (BC-A/B/C/D) | 102-120 marks (42.5-50%) |
| SC | 90-108 marks (37.5-45%) |
| ST | 84-102 marks (35-42.5%) |
| PwD (across categories) | 72-90 marks (30-37.5%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 7-10% higher than OBC and 12-18% higher than SC/ST. BC-D (most backward) often sees 2-3% relaxation versus BC-A within OBC umbrella.
- Year-on-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate based on vacancy count (more vacancies → lower cutoffs by 2-4%), paper difficulty (easier paper → 5-8% cutoff rise), and candidate strength. APPSC Group I sees competitive Prelims with ~1-2% selection rate.
- Qualification reality: Clearing Prelims at minimum cutoff secures Mains entry but demands 65%+ territory for realistic Group I service allocation; borderline qualifiers often compete for Group II alternatively.
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All-AP top rankers
95–100%
- Rank holder benefits — medal, cash award, media recognition
- Guaranteed first choice across all Group I posts and locations
- Deputy Collector (Collectorate HQ) — capital region administrative centre
- Fast-track career progression with mentorship opportunities
- Typically 10-20 candidates statewide achieve this level
- Often attempted by UPSC aspirants with strong fundamentals
Top 50 — premium posts
90–95%
- Deputy Collector (Metro stations) — Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam guaranteed
- Assistant Commissioner (Vigilance) — Anti-corruption wing, high-profile cadre
- All Group I services with first choice of posting and specialization
- Direct track to senior positions within 5-7 years of service
- Among the highest scorers statewide in prelims
Elite range — top 100-200
82–90%
- Deputy Collector — choice of district posting, fast-track IAS feeder cadre
- Assistant Commissioner (Head Office) — Policy-level roles in Secretariat
- Senior-grade postings in all Group I services — metro districts guaranteed
- District Treasury Officer — Finance department, audit & accounts cadre
- Strong leverage for service allocation negotiations in Mains interview
- Typically within top 1-2% of qualified candidates
Top-tier post contenders
72–82%
- Deputy Collector — Hyderabad/Visakhapatnam/Vijayawada metro postings
- Assistant Commissioner (Endowments) — Temple administration, prestigious cadre
- Deputy Commercial Tax Officer (Grade-I) — Senior taxation role, state-level postings
- Labour Officer (Grade-I) — Industrial relations, factory inspection cadre
- District Registrar — Registration & Stamps department, high-responsibility role
- Strong position for service preference and posting location choice
Strong Mains contenders
62–72%
- Deputy Collector (Revenue) — Senior revenue administration, district magistrate track
- Assistant Commissioner (CT) — Commercial Tax department, taxation cadre
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — preferred postings in urban districts
- Regional Transport Officer (RTO) — Department head level, regulatory authority
- District Employment Officer — Labour & Employment department
- Good prospects for preferred service allocation in Mains
Mains qualifying tier
50–62%
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — Group I Executive, law & order cadre
- Assistant Section Officer (ASO) — Secretariat services, administrative cadre
- Deputy Tahsildar — Revenue services, district-level postings
- Deputy Regional Transport Officer (DRTO) — Transport department, regulatory role
- Competitive for most categories, but top posts may remain out of reach
Borderline qualifying zone
35–50%
- May qualify for Mains in reserved categories (SC/ST/BC)
- Unlikely to clear for General category (typically needs 45-50%)
- Deputy Tahsildar — Group I post, revenue cadre, limited vacancies
- Lower-tier Group I posts in remote districts — subject to category and vacancies
- Requires significant improvement for competitive posts
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear prelims cut-off
- APPSC Group I typically requires 40%+ to qualify
- Consider strengthening fundamentals in AP history, polity, and current affairs
- Focus on targeted preparation for next cycle
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