IBPS Clerk · Cutoff
IBPS Clerk cutoff: expected score and rank bands
No official IBPS Clerk cutoff is published on Shishya yet — the score bands below are indicative, not official. Official cutoffs are published at ibps.in.
What score qualifies for IBPS Clerk
The official cutoff comes with the result: 15 Nov (expected). Answer key: not announced yet. Until then, here is an indicative cutoff estimate and where Shishya students scored on mocks.
74 Shishya students averaged 44% on IBPS Clerk mocks. That is where mock-takers scored, not a prediction.
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AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns. Indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
Indicative cutoff (estimate, not official)
| Category | Expected cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 72–78 marks (out of 100) |
| EWS | 70–76 marks (out of 100) |
| OBC | 68–74 marks (out of 100) |
| SC | 60–66 marks (out of 100) |
| ST | 55–62 marks (out of 100) |
| PwD | 40–50 marks (out of 100) |
- The General–OBC gap typically ranges 4–6 marks, with SC/ST cutoffs positioned 12–18 marks below General depending on vacancy distribution and competition intensity.
- Cutoffs fluctuate year-to-year based on exam difficulty, total vacancies, state-wise reservation, and candidate turnout; high-vacancy years see marginally lower cutoffs (2–4 marks), while tougher papers compress the range.
- Sectional cutoffs also apply (usually 8–10 marks per section for General); candidates must clear both sectional and overall cutoffs to qualify for Mains.
What does your score in IBPS Clerk (Prelims) actually get you? These bands map a mock or exam percentage to the rank window and the outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
Not sure if your score is safe for your category?
IBPS Clerk is done. What next?→Score → rank → outcome bands (indicative)
Top tier performance
88–100%
- Excellent prospects for final selection with good Mains score
- Choice posting locations in preferred state circles
- Top-tier PSB allocations possible (PNB, Canara, Union Bank)
- Strong foundation for banking career progression
- Likely well above all category cut-offs
- Consider preparing for IBPS PO/SO for officer cadre positions
Strong qualifying score
78–88%
- High probability of final selection after Mains and interview
- Clerk posts with preferred location choices — metro and Tier-1 cities
- Better bank allocation prospects (larger PSBs)
- IDBI Bank, Bank of India clerical positions — preferred circles
- Competitive advantage in Mains stage
- Pay scale: ₹19,900-₹55,000 (JMGS-I scale with allowances)
General category safe zone
68–78%
- Clerk positions in all participating PSBs — General category competitive range
- State Bank of India (SBI) Clerk — if appearing via IBPS allocation
- Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank clerical posts
- UCO Bank, Indian Overseas Bank Clerk positions
- Good chances for preferred state circle allocation
- Typically above General category cut-off from previous years
Mains qualification likely
55–68%
- Clerk posts in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) — OBC category range
- Bank of Baroda, Union Bank, Canara Bank clerical positions
- Indian Bank, Bank of India clerical cadre — state circle preferences apply
- Punjab National Bank (PNB) Clerk — various circles
- Competitive for OBC/EWS candidates; borderline for General category
Borderline qualifying range
40–55%
- May qualify for Mains in some categories (SC/ST/OBC)
- Clerical Cadre posts in participating banks — General category cut-off typically higher
- Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) clerical positions — state-wise allocation
- Need strong Mains performance to secure final selection
- Previous year SC/ST cut-offs approximately in this range
Below cut-off range
0–40%
- Unlikely to qualify for IBPS Clerk Mains
- Score typically below sectional and overall cut-offs
- Recommend strengthening fundamentals in Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English
- Focus on accuracy and speed for next attempt
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