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JKPSC KAS Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in J&K PSC Combined Competitive Exam (KAS) 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 | 210–240 marks (52.5–60%) |
| EWS | 200–230 marks (50–57.5%) |
| OBC | 195–225 marks (48.75–56.25%) |
| SC | 175–205 marks (43.75–51.25%) |
| ST | 165–195 marks (41.25–48.75%) |
| PwD | 160–190 marks (40–47.5%) |
- General category cutoffs typically run 8–12% higher than OBC and 15–20% above SC/ST categories, reflecting competitive depth in J&K's merit pool.
- Year-to-year cutoff shifts depend on paper difficulty (easy papers push General cutoffs toward 62–65%, tough ones drop to 50–52%), vacancy distribution across services, and candidate performance normalization.
- Borderline scores (35–50% range) predominantly benefit reserved categories; General candidates should target minimum 55% to ensure safe qualification beyond cutoff volatility.
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Top 1% — rank 1-5 potential
90–100%
- Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) — Rank 1-3 contenders, immediate senior responsibilities
- J&K Police Service (JKPS) — premium cadre entry with lateral opportunities
- Additional Secretary track — direct policy advisory roles in secretariat
- Rare performance tier, typically 1-2% of total candidates
- Focus on Mains answer quality and Interview to secure top rank
Top 5% — elite contenders
80–90%
- Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) — top-10 final rank probable, choice postings
- J&K Police Service (JKPS) — fast-track to Superintendent of Police
- Assistant Director (Information) — Government media and communication wing
- Excise & Taxation Officer — Group A revenue service
- On track for All-India merit positions if Mains performance matches
Top 10% — premium services
70–80%
- Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) — preferred postings likely (Srinagar, Jammu districts)
- J&K Police Service (JKPS) — senior cadre track with faster promotions
- Section Officer (Secretariat) — direct entry to administrative headquarters
- Deputy Director (Planning & Development) — policy-making roles
- Strong foundation for top ranks in final merit list
Strong Mains prospects
60–70%
- Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) — top-tier Group A post, district magistrate track
- J&K Police Service (JKPS) — Deputy Superintendent of Police cadre
- J&K Accounts Service (JKAS) — Assistant Controller positions
- Range Forest Officer (RFO) — J&K Forest Service, Group A
- Well-positioned for final selection with good Mains and Interview performance
Mains qualification likely
50–60%
- Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) — all categories likely to clear Prelims
- J&K Police Service (JKPS) — Sub-Divisional Police Officer cadre
- J&K Accounts Service (JKAS) — Group A Gazetted post
- Block Development Officer (BDO) — district-level administrative post
- General category cut-off typically 45-50%, comfortably above threshold
Borderline — reserved categories
35–50%
- Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) — reserved category candidates may qualify for Mains
- J&K Accounts Service (JKAS) — SC/ST candidates, subject to final cut-off
- Focus on Mains preparation for Paper I (Essay) and Paper II (General Studies)
- Previous years: ST cut-off approximately 35-40%, SC approximately 38-42%
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Mains
- JKPSC Prelims cut-off typically 40-45% for General category
- Strengthen fundamentals in J&K current affairs and general studies
- Consider re-attempting after focused preparation
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