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TN Police SI Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands

What does your score in TNUSRB Sub-Inspector (TN Police SI) 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 tier — merit list toppers

  85–100%

  • Sub-Inspector (Q Branch) — intelligence & special operations
  • SI posting in Greater Chennai Police commissionerate
  • Priority selection for specialized units (CBCID, Economic Offences Wing)
  • Fast-track consideration for departmental promotions
  • Merit certificate holder — career advancement advantage
  • First choice of district and unit during counselling

• High scorer — premium postings

  75–85%

  • Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) — Chennai city, premium zones
  • SI (Prohibition Enforcement Wing) — specialized cadre
  • Sub-Inspector (Crime Branch) — investigation focus
  • SI (Cyber Crime Wing) — tech-savvy candidates
  • Excellent prospects for preferred district/unit selection

• Competitive score range

  65–75%

  • Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) — General/OBC category, most districts
  • SI postings in preferred urban districts (Coimbatore, Madurai zones)
  • Sub-Inspector (Special Branch) — intelligence cadre
  • Traffic SI — Chennai Metropolitan area
  • Strong position for final selection with good PET/interview

• PET qualification likely

  55–65%

  • Sub-Inspector (Civil Police) — MBC/BC category, district cadre
  • Sub-Inspector (Armed Police) — all categories
  • SI posts in Tier-2/3 cities across Tamil Nadu
  • Pay Level 21 (₹56,900-1,80,400), Group B Gazetted post
  • Good chance to clear written exam, focus on physical standards