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MH Police Bharti cutoff: expected score and rank bands
No official MH Police Bharti cutoff is published on Shishya yet — the score bands below are indicative, not official. Official cutoffs are published at mahapolice.gov.in.
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AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns. Indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General (Open) | 65-72 marks out of 100 |
| EWS | 62-68 marks out of 100 |
| OBC (SEBC) | 58-65 marks out of 100 |
| SC | 50-58 marks out of 100 |
| ST | 48-56 marks out of 100 |
| PwD (All categories) | 40-48 marks out of 100 |
- Category gap pattern: General cutoffs typically run 7-10 marks higher than OBC, 15-20 marks above SC/ST. EWS cutoffs usually settle 3-5 marks below General. PwD cutoffs show significant relaxation across all categories.
- Cutoff drivers: Total vacancies announced, application volume, paper difficulty level, and regional posting preferences significantly influence final cutoffs. High-demand districts may push cutoffs upward by 3-5 marks. Physical efficiency test (PET) qualifying criteria also affects the final merit list composition.
- Year-on-year variation: Cutoffs fluctuate 4-8 marks depending on recruitment cycle size and paper difficulty. Scoring 66+ (above average range) generally ensures strong prospects for General category candidates; OBC candidates should target 60+ for competitive positioning.
What does your score in Maharashtra Police Bharti (Constable) actually get you? These bands map a mock or exam percentage to the rank window and the outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
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Exceptional — top merit
92–100%
- Police Constable (All categories) — virtually guaranteed appointment with choice postings
- Mumbai City Police — premium posting probability
- Reserved Constable (Technical/Wireless) — first preference in specialized cadres
- Among state's top scorers; fast-track consideration possible
- Post-probation opportunities in specialized wings (Crime Branch, Special Branch)
- Consider applying for Sub-Inspector exam in future cycles
Top 10% — merit list leaders
85–92%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — metro/city postings highly probable (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur)
- Reserved Constable (Wireless) — top merit, technical training at Police Training School
- Police Constable (Driver) — premium postings
- Among top scorers statewide; excellent appointment prospects
- May be considered for specialized units post-training
High scorer — preferred postings
75–85%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — choice of preferred districts/commissionerates
- Reserved Constable (Wireless/Technical) — strong position
- Police Constable (Driver) — high merit placement
- Mumbai/Pune/Thane city postings become realistic
- Merit list top performers; appointment subject to PET/medical clearance
Strong contender — multiple posts
65–75%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — good probability across all districts including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur
- Police Constable (Driver) — competitive standing
- Reserved Constable (Wireless) — technical cadre, additional stipend
- Clearing written exam comfortably; PET + medical become decisive
- Open category candidates have reasonable appointment chances
Competitive — PET stage likely
50–65%
- Police Constable (General Duty) — Maharashtra Police, pay level 3, ₹21,700-69,100
- Good chances for reserved categories (ST/NT/OBC)
- Likely to qualify for Physical Efficiency Test stage
- Police Constable (Driver) — if holding valid driving license
- Focus now shifts to physical fitness standards
Borderline qualifying range
35–50%
- May clear written exam for open category
- Police Constable (General Duty) — marginal qualification, high competition in Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Reserved category candidates have better chances
- Need strong PET performance (1600m run, long jump, shot put) to progress
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear written exam cut-off
- Score typically below minimum qualifying marks
- Focus on fundamental preparation for next cycle
- Strengthen Marathi language and reasoning sections
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