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Delhi Police PC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Delhi Police Constable (SSC) 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 | 78–83 marks (78–83%) |
| EWS | 75–80 marks (75–80%) |
| OBC | 73–78 marks (73–78%) |
| SC | 68–73 marks (68–73%) |
| ST | 65–70 marks (65–70%) |
| PwD (General) | 60–65 marks (60–65%) |
| PwD (OBC) | 58–63 marks (58–63%) |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 55–60 marks (55–60%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 5–10 marks above OBC and 10–15 marks above SC/ST categories. EWS cutoffs align 2–4 marks below General but above OBC benchmarks.
- Cutoff drivers: Final cutoffs shift based on paper difficulty (easier papers push cutoffs toward 82–85% for General), total vacancies announced, normalization scores across shifts, and category-wise competition intensity in Delhi region.
- Selection zone: Scores in the 75–85% band place candidates firmly in strong selection territory across most categories; below 70% becomes competitive only for reserved categories, while General candidates should target 80%+ for comfort margin.
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Outstanding — top percentile
92–100%
- Constable (Executive) — Exceptional score, near-guaranteed selection
- Among top 1-3% of all examinees
- Strong foundation for future promotions and specializations
- Eligibility for special units (after service period and selection)
- Delhi Police — Full central government benefits
- Excellent career trajectory in paramilitary/police services
Excellent performance — top tier
85–92%
- Constable (Executive) — Near-certain selection if physical/medical cleared
- Among top 5-10% of examinees
- Potential for specialized units after probation
- Delhi Police — Pay Level 3, allowances, government benefits
- Career progression to Head Constable and beyond
- Training at Delhi Police Training College
Strong contender — all categories
75–85%
- Constable (Executive) — Very strong chance across all categories
- High probability of selection if physical standards met
- Preferred district postings may be available
- All subsequent stages (PST/PET/Medical) become determining factors
- Approximate top 15-25% of qualified candidates
- Delhi Police — opportunities in various units after training
Competitive — general category threshold
65–75%
- Constable (Executive) — General/EWS category competitive chance
- Strong likelihood if PST/PET cleared successfully
- Medical examination becomes next critical stage
- Previous cycles: General category cut-off approximately 60-70%
- Pay Level 3 (₹21,700-69,100 as per 7th CPC)
- Posting across Delhi Police districts
Competitive range — reserved categories
50–65%
- Constable (Executive) — Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) strong chance
- Must clear Physical Standards Test (Height/Chest for Male, Height/Weight for Female)
- Physical Efficiency Test (Race, Long Jump, High Jump) mandatory
- Previous cycles: OBC cut-off approximately 50-58%
- SC/ST cut-off approximately 45-53%
Borderline qualifying range
35–50%
- May clear initial cut-off depending on normalization
- Chances limited for reserved categories only
- Physical Standards Test (PST/PET) becomes crucial
- Need significant improvement for general category
- Previous cycles: General cut-off typically 45-55% range
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear minimum qualifying marks
- Score typically below SSC's qualifying threshold
- Recommend thorough revision of all sections
- Focus on basic concepts and previous year patterns
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