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MPSC Rajyaseva Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in MPSC Rajyaseva (State Service) 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 | 240–272 marks (60–68%) |
| EWS | 232–260 marks (58–65%) |
| OBC | 220–248 marks (55–62%) |
| SC | 200–228 marks (50–57%) |
| ST | 192–220 marks (48–55%) |
| PwD (General) | 184–208 marks (46–52%) |
| PwD (Reserved) | 176–200 marks (44–50%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 8–10% higher than OBC and 15–20% above SC/ST categories. EWS cutoffs settle 2–5% below General, reflecting reservation dynamics in Maharashtra state services.
- Year-on-year variations: Cutoffs shift based on paper difficulty, vacancy count, and candidate performance distribution. Easy papers push General cutoffs toward 65–68%; tougher editions may see 58–62%. Reserved category cutoffs adjust proportionally but remain within the Mains qualifier band.
- Qualifying strategy: Targeting 65%+ (260 marks) for General and 57%+ (228 marks) for OBC provides comfortable Mains entry cushion. SC/ST candidates crossing 52% (208 marks) typically secure safe qualification given reservation percentages in MPSC.
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Exceptional — state topper range
95–100%
- Rare achievement, typically top 10-50 candidates statewide
- Guaranteed first preference in all allocations (district, department, cadre)
- Recognition by MPSC and media coverage in some cases
- Deputy Collector with accelerated career trajectory
- Often recruited for specialized committees and policy roles early in career
- May receive mentorship from senior IAS officers
Elite category — top 1-2%
90–95%
- Outstanding performance, among state's top MPSC aspirants
- Virtually assured selection to premium Group-A posts
- First choice of district and department allocation
- Deputy Collector (flagship districts with high revenue/strategic importance)
- Potential for specialized training opportunities and faster career progression
- Profile comparable to UPSC aspirants who choose state service
Top tier — premium allocations likely
80–90%
- Among top performers, excellent prospects for coveted postings
- Deputy Collector (premium districts like Pune, Mumbai Suburban, Nagpur)
- Assistant Commissioner (prime urban circles in sales tax/excise)
- Deputy SP (metro commissionerates — Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur)
- Early promotion prospects due to strong merit ranking
- First preference in departmental allocation (Revenue/Police preferred by most)
High scorer — Group-A contention
70–80%
- Excellent Prelims performance, strong candidate for top Group-A posts
- Deputy Collector (Group-A) — district-level administrative officer, pay level 10
- Assistant Commissioner (Sales Tax, Group-A) — policy and assessment roles
- Block Development Officer (Group-A cadre) — senior rural development position
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Gazetted) — Group-A executive police officer
- Municipal Commissioner (Class-II) — Group-A, urban local body administration
Comfortable qualifier — Group-B posts
60–70%
- Strong Prelims score, good foundation for Mains preparation
- Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Zilla Parishad) — Group-B, district rural governance
- Assistant Director (Industries) — Group-B, industrial promotion and regulation
- Deputy Director (Agriculture) — Group-B, agricultural extension services
- Labour Officer (Class-I) — Group-B, labour welfare and compliance
- Potential for Group-A services with strong Mains and Interview performance
General category cut-off zone
50–60%
- Likely to clear Prelims under general category (cut-off typically 45-52%)
- Deputy Collector (Revenue) — Group-B Gazetted, district administration
- Assistant Commissioner (State Excise) — Group-B, enforcement and licensing
- Tahsildar — Group-B revenue officer, tehsil-level magistrate powers
- Assistant Registrar (Co-operative Societies) — Group-B, regulatory role
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Non-Gazetted) — Group-B, may be available based on final merit
Borderline — reserved category range
35–50%
- May qualify under reserved categories (OBC/SC/ST cut-offs typically 35-42%)
- Deputy Section Officer (DSO) — Group-B Gazetted, pay level 6
- Deputy Superintendent (Land Records) — Group-B, district-level posting
- Assistant Commissioner (Sales Tax) — Group-B, revenue department
- Block Development Officer (BDO) — Group-B, rural development cadre
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Mains examination
- Score typically below general category cut-off (~40-45%)
- Recommend strengthening fundamentals in Maharashtra-specific GK and current affairs
- Focus on NCERT-based polity, history, and geography for next attempt
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