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Kerala LDC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Kerala PSC Lower Division Clerk (LDC) 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 | 68–76 marks out of 100 |
| OBC | 63–71 marks out of 100 |
| SC | 58–66 marks out of 100 |
| ST | 55–63 marks out of 100 |
| PwD | 50–58 marks out of 100 |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 5–8 marks higher than OBC, with SC/ST enjoying further 5–10 mark relaxations. PwD candidates benefit from the lowest threshold, often aligning with borderline qualification zones.
- Year-on-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate based on vacancy count, question paper difficulty, and candidate pool strength. High-vacancy notifications can depress cutoffs by 3–5 marks; exceptionally tough papers may lower General cutoffs to the 65–70 range, while easier exams push them toward 75+.
- Rank list dynamics: Scoring in the 75–85 band ensures competitive rank list positioning across categories; aiming for 80+ significantly improves district/posting preferences and selection probability in subsequent stages.
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Top tier — Rank list toppers
88–100%
- LDC Kerala High Court — preferred postings, excellent work culture
- Lower Division Clerk in Chief Minister's Office/Governor's Secretariat — elite postings
- LDC in Kerala Legislative Assembly — parliamentary service cadre
- First choice of district and department guaranteed
- Fast-track promotion prospects to UDC and Head Clerk positions
- Likely to be called for future direct recruitment interviews
Strong position — Upper rank list
78–88%
- LDC in Kerala Secretariat — Thiruvananthapuram headquarters, ministerial cadre
- Lower Division Clerk in High Court of Kerala — Ernakulam, judicial service benefits
- LDC in prestigious state departments (Finance, Revenue, Home) — faster promotions
- High probability of first or second choice district
- Competitive for Upper Division Clerk promotion within 5-7 years
Good prospects — Mid rank list
68–78%
- LDC in Secretariat departments — Thiruvananthapuram, better work environment
- Lower Division Clerk in Universities/Autonomous bodies — UGC pay scales
- LDC in District Collectorates — Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Thrissur districts
- Eligible for General category selection (typical cut-off ~65-70%)
- Reasonable chance for preferred district posting
Probable selection — Lower rank list
55–68%
- Lower Division Clerk posts in district offices — rural/remote postings more likely
- LDC in Panchayat/Municipality offices — pay level 5, ₹29,200-92,300
- Likely to clear OBC category cut-off (typically ~55-60%)
- May appear in ranked list but lower priority for choice postings
Borderline — Category-dependent
40–55%
- May clear cut-off for SC/ST categories (typical cut-off ~45-50%)
- General/OBC candidates need higher scores
- Eligible for inclusion in ranked list if cutoff is favorable
- Consider applying for multiple Kerala PSC notifications
Below cut-off range
0–40%
- Unlikely to clear minimum qualifying marks
- Score typically below category-specific cut-offs
- Focus on Kerala PSC syllabus fundamentals for next attempt
- Review previous year question papers and Kerala current affairs
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