TNPSC Group I · Cutoff

TNPSC Group I Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands

What does your score in TNPSC Group I (Combined Civil Services - I, 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.

• Top 50 — Rank holders

  92–100%

  • Deputy Collector — guaranteed selection, Chennai/Coimbatore postings likely
  • Deputy Superintendent of Police — assured, first batch IPS training consideration
  • Assistant Commissioner (any department) — choice of cadre guaranteed
  • Typically scores 180+/200 in Prelims (90%+)
  • State-level recognition and accelerated career progression
  • Previous toppers have secured IAS through UPSC within 2-3 years

• Top 200 — Elite cadre range

  85–92%

  • Deputy Collector — assured selection, prime district postings
  • Deputy Superintendent of Police — choice of training academy batch
  • Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax) — revenue service, urban postings
  • Assistant Director (Rural Development) — policy-level positions
  • District Registrar — Group I-B, registration department
  • Very high probability of first-choice service allocation

• Top 500 — Service preference likely

  75–85%

  • Deputy Superintendent of Police (Category I) — preferred posting choice, Group I-A
  • Deputy Collector — high probability, district magistrate track
  • Assistant Commissioner (Labour) — Group I-A, pay level 21
  • District Employment Officer (Grade-I) — Group I-B senior service
  • Block Development Officer — Group I-B, rural development
  • Strong chance for preferred service allocation

• Comfortable Mains — General category

  65–75%

  • Clear Mains qualification (General category)
  • Deputy Collector — Group I-A, district administration, pay level 21
  • Assistant Director (Rural Development) — Group I-A service