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Sikkim PSC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Sikkim 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 | 68–76 marks (68–76%) |
| OBC | 63–71 marks (63–71%) |
| SC | 58–66 marks (58–66%) |
| ST | 53–61 marks (53–61%) |
| PwD | 48–56 marks (48–56%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 5–8 marks above OBC, 10–15 marks above SC, and 15–20 marks above ST categories, reflecting reserved seat competition intensity in Sikkim's state services.
- Year-to-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate ±3–5 marks based on paper difficulty, vacancy count, and applicant pool strength; easier papers push cutoffs toward the upper 70s for General, while tougher editions may settle in the mid-60s.
- Sectional performance matters: Candidates crossing these marks enter the Mains stage; those in the 72–82% band historically secure competitive Group B positions post-interview, while 68–72% scorers remain in contention for mid-tier allocations.
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Exceptional prelims score
85–100%
- Top positions in Sikkim Administrative Service (SAS)
- Choice postings in state capital departments
- Sikkim Police Service (SPS) — Gazetted officer rank
- Excellent cushion for Mains and Interview stages
- Likely among top 10-20 candidates in prelims
- Previous toppers typically score 88-92% in prelims
Top-tier state posts
75–85%
- Sikkim Administrative Service (SAS) — direct recruitment to senior scale
- Deputy Collector (Revenue Administration)
- Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies
- Commercial Tax Officer (State Taxation Department)
- Labour Enforcement Officer (Labour Department) — Group A
- Very strong chance of final selection with decent Mains performance
Competitive Mains position
65–75%
- Sikkim Administrative Service (SAS) — Junior Grade
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Sikkim Police) — Group A
- Block Development Officer (Rural Development Department)
- Assistant Commissioner (various departments) — Group B Superior
- Treasury Officer (Finance Department, state cadre)
- Strong position for interview call
Mains qualification likely
50–65%
- Sikkim Civil Service (SCS) — Junior Grade posts
- Section Officer (various state departments) — Group B Gazetted
- Range & Forest Officer (Sikkim Forest Department)
- Revenue Inspector / Surveyor (Land Revenue Department)
- Typically clears general category prelims cut-off
Borderline — reserved categories
35–50%
- Possible qualification for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Sikkim Subject Gazetted posts — reserved vacancies
- Lower-tier Group B posts in state departments
- Need strong Mains preparation to proceed further
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Mains
- Score typically below general category cut-off (~40-45%)
- Recommend thorough revision of Sikkim-specific topics
- Focus on Sikkim History, Geography, and Current Affairs
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