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Tripura PSC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in Tripura 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 | 52-58% (52-58 marks) |
| EWS | 48-54% (48-54 marks) |
| OBC | 47-53% (47-53 marks) |
| SC | 42-48% (42-48 marks) |
| ST | 38-44% (38-44 marks) |
| PwD | 35-41% (35-41 marks) |
- General category cutoffs typically sit 4-6 marks higher than OBC and 10-14 marks higher than SC/ST categories, reflecting Tripura's demographic composition and reservation policy.
- Cutoffs fluctuate based on paper difficulty, vacancy count, and candidate pool strength; easier papers push cutoffs toward 56-60% (General), while tougher editions may settle at 50-54%.
- Tripura PSC Prelims serves as a screening stage—crossing these thresholds secures Mains entry, but final selection demands significantly higher cumulative performance across all stages.
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Top 1-2% — State toppers
92–100%
- Among highest scorers in Tripura PSC examination
- Virtually guaranteed selection in preferred service
- Tripura Administrative Service (TAS) — premier Group A cadre
- Choice postings in state capital and key districts
- Fast-track career progression potential
- May be considered for special/immediate posting needs
Top tier — premium posts
85–92%
- Tripura Civil Service (TCS) — top-tier Group A positions
- Superintendent of Police (SP) cadre track — state police service
- Joint Director — various state departments
- District Magistrate track positions — administrative service
- Premium posting locations likely (Agartala, district HQs)
- Excellent prospects for all advertised Group A vacancies
Group A service range
75–85%
- Strong contender for Tripura Civil Service (TCS) Group A posts
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) — Tripura Police, gazetted officer
- Deputy Collector (Revenue) — revenue administration cadre
- Assistant Commissioner — state administrative service
- Block Development Officer (senior grade) — pay level 8-9
- High likelihood of final selection with good Mains performance
Group B contenders
65–75%
- Competitive for Tripura Civil Service (TCS) Group B posts
- Deputy Collector — revenue administration, pay level 10
- Commercial Tax Officer — state taxation department
- District Social Welfare Officer — developmental cadre
- Labour Enforcement Officer — labour department
- Eligible for interview stage in most service categories
Mains qualification likely
50–65%
- Strong chance of Mains qualification in most categories
- Tripura Civil Service (TCS) Group C posts — administrative cadre
- Block Development Officer (BDO) — developmental cadre, pay level 7
- Assistant Section Officer — state secretariat
- Tax Inspector — Tripura state revenue department
- Excise Inspector — Tripura excise cadre
Borderline qualification zone
35–50%
- May qualify for Mains in reserved categories (ST/SC)
- Borderline for general category qualification
- Typical range for Group C posts consideration
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) — Tripura state cadre, pay level 2
- Junior Assistant — various state departments
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for Mains examination
- Score typically below minimum qualifying marks
- Recommend thorough revision of Tripura state GK and current affairs
- Focus on strengthening Indian polity and history fundamentals
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