Meghalaya PSC · Cutoff
Meghalaya PSC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Meghalaya PSC Civil Services 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 | 48-54 marks (48-54%) |
| OBC | 43-49 marks (43-49%) |
| SC | 38-44 marks (38-44%) |
| ST | 35-41 marks (35-41%) |
| EWS | 45-51 marks (45-51%) |
| PwD | 33-39 marks (33-39%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 5-8 marks higher than OBC and 10-15 marks above ST categories. EWS cutoffs generally align 2-4 marks below General.
- Year-on-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate based on paper difficulty, vacancy distribution, and candidate pool strength. State-specific questions and current affairs sections significantly impact overall qualifying marks.
- Meghalaya context: ST category represents the largest applicant group given state demographics, maintaining competitive but accessible cutoffs. Crossing 50+ marks (General) ensures comfortable Mains qualification with reasonable rank expectations.
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Exceptional performance
92–100%
- Outstanding Prelims performance, likely among top 50 candidates
- Strong contender for Meghalaya Civil Service (MCS) top ranks
- Secretary-level posts in state departments — after service progression
- Preferred choice of cadre and posting location
- Additional District Collector & Magistrate positions
- High likelihood of career progression to IAS-equivalent state service positions
Top tier prospects
85–92%
- Among top scorers in Prelims examination
- Meghalaya Civil Service — Senior administrative cadre positions
- Deputy Secretary — State Secretariat administration, Group A
- Additional District Magistrate — District administration cadre
- Senior posts in Planning & Finance departments
- Commanding position for choice postings after Mains + Interview
High qualifying tier
75–85%
- Well within top qualifying candidates for Mains
- Meghalaya Civil Service (MCS) — Senior Grade administrative posts
- District & Sessions Judge (Junior Grade) — Meghalaya Judicial Service
- Deputy Collector — Revenue Administration, Group A
- Assistant Commissioner — Various state departments, Group A posts
- Excise & Taxation Officer — Gazetted Group B, pay level 10-11
Competitive Mains position
65–75%
- Comfortably above cut-off for all categories
- Meghalaya Civil Service (Junior Grade) — District administration cadre
- Commercial Tax Officer — Taxation Department, Group B Gazetted
- Labour Inspector — Labour Department, pay level 7
- Assistant Registrar — Co-operative Societies Department
- Deputy Superintendent of Police — Meghalaya Police Service, Group B
Mains qualification likely
50–65%
- Strong chance of Mains qualification across most categories
- Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) — Meghalaya PWD, pay level 10
- Block Development Officer — Community & Rural Development, Group B
- Meghalaya Police Service — Sub-Inspector cadre
- Extension Officer (Agriculture/Horticulture) — Group B posts
- District level administrative posts in various departments
Borderline qualifying range
35–50%
- May qualify for Mains in reserved categories (ST/SC)
- Borderline for OBC category cut-off
- Likely below general category threshold
- Junior Grade posts in state departments — Group C level
- Focus on improving score by 10-15% for safer qualification
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Mains examination
- Score typically below general category cut-off
- Recommend strengthening fundamentals in Meghalaya-specific topics
- Focus on Indian Polity, History and Meghalaya State affairs
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