TNPSC Group II · Cutoff
TNPSC Group II Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in TNPSC Group II/IIA (Combined Civil Services - II, 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 | 195–225 marks (65–75%) |
| EWS | 185–215 marks (62–72%) |
| OBC | 175–205 marks (58–68%) |
| SC | 155–185 marks (52–62%) |
| ST | 145–175 marks (48–58%) |
| PwD (General) | 135–165 marks (45–55%) |
| PwD (OBC/SC/ST) | 120–150 marks (40–50%) |
- General vs. OBC gap: Typically 20–30 marks (7–10 percentage points); SC/ST cutoffs run 40–50 marks below General, reflecting reservation relaxations and competition density in TNPSC streams.
- Year-to-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate ±15–25 marks based on paper difficulty, vacancies notified (Group II vs. Group IIA split), and candidate pool strength; easier papers push General cutoffs toward 220+, tougher ones settle near 195–200.
- Mains qualification threshold: General candidates near 195 marks clear prelims reliably; OBC near 175, SC near 155 secure mains entry—final selections depend on mains+interview performance, but prelims cutoffs remain the critical first filter.
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Top tier — Mains merit list
85–100%
- Among top prelims performers statewide
- Deputy Superintendent of Police — high probability if clearing Mains
- Assistant Commissioner (preferred postings) — Commercial Taxes
- Assistant Director roles — various departments with choice postings
- Personal Assistant (CM/Minister offices) — Secretariat premium positions
- Likely to feature in final merit list with good Mains performance
High scorer — premium posts
75–85%
- Excellent prelims performance, well above all cut-offs
- Deputy Superintendent of Police — strong candidacy for this coveted post
- Assistant Director (Rural Development) — senior Group II post
- Personal Assistant to Minister — Tamil Nadu Secretariat
- District Officer (Drugs Control) — Health & Family Welfare
- Assistant Section Officer (Headquarters) — premium postings
Safe qualifier — General category
65–75%
- Comfortably above General category cut-off (typically 58-65%)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police — Tamil Nadu Police (Group II)
- Assistant Commissioner (CT) — Commercial Taxes Department
- Deputy Registrar — Co-operative Societies
- District Employment Officer — Employment & Training Department
- Good position for Mains, focus on descriptive answers
Likely prelims qualifier — BC/MBC
50–65%
- Strong chance for BC/MBC category (cut-off typically 48-58%)
- Assistant Section Officer — Tamil Nadu Secretariat
- Commercial Tax Officer — Commercial Taxes Department
- Block Development Officer — Rural Development Department
- Regional Transport Officer (Class II) — Transport Department
- Focus on Mains preparation with interview skills
Borderline — SC/ST range
35–50%
- May clear SC/ST category cut-off (typically 35-45%)
- Deputy Superintendent (SC/ST) — Group II Services
- Assistant Employment Officer (SC/ST) — Labour Department
- Block Development Officer (SC/ST) — Rural Development
- Requires strong Mains performance if qualifying prelims
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear prelims cut-off
- Typical cut-off ranges 40-50% depending on category
- Focus on fundamental concepts for next attempt
- Review TNPSC syllabus thoroughly
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