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TS Police SI cutoff 2026: expected score and rank bands
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AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns. Indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| **General (UR)** | 130–145 marks (65–72.5%) |
| **EWS** | 125–140 marks (62.5–70%) |
| **OBC/BC** | 105–125 marks (52.5–62.5%) |
| **SC** | 90–110 marks (45–55%) |
| **ST** | 85–105 marks (42.5–52.5%) |
| **PwD (UR)** | 75–90 marks (37.5–45%) |
| **PwD (OBC/BC)** | 65–80 marks (32.5–40%) |
- General vs. OBC gap: Typically 20–30 marks differential; BC categories in Telangana receive substantial relaxation reflecting state reservation policy.
- Cutoff fluctuations: Driven by vacancy count, paper difficulty (particularly reasoning and arithmetic sections), and overall candidate performance distribution; stricter preliminary cutoffs when final vacancies are limited.
- Preliminary stage: These cutoffs ensure ~10–15× candidates per vacancy advance to mains/PET; final selection cutoffs after physical tests and mains examination are significantly higher for General category (often touching 75–80% cumulative).
What does your score in Telangana Police Sub-Inspector (Preliminary) actually get you? These bands map a mock or exam percentage to the rank window and the outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
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Top tier — merit list
85–100%
- Sub-Inspector (Civil) — top merit, choice of urban districts like Hyderabad, Cyberabad
- Sub-Inspector (Special Branch/Crime) — investigative wings possible
- Strong candidate for final selection with decent mains score
- Premium postings in Rachakonda, Cyberabad commissionerates
- Telangana State Police — Group II Gazetted officer track eligibility
- Previous top scorers typically in 88-95% range
Strong contender zone
75–85%
- Sub-Inspector (Civil) — competitive for preferred districts
- Sub-Inspector (Communications/Technical) — if specialized posts available
- Likely to clear all stages with good mains performance
- Sub-Inspector (Armed Reserve) — leadership positions in battalions
- Merit list contention for choice postings
- Typical final selection range for many vacancies
Competitive score range
65–75%
- Sub-Inspector (Civil) — General category qualification expected
- Sub-Inspector (AR/TSSP battalions) — all categories competitive
- Sub-Inspector (Traffic) — Hyderabad city postings possible
- Good position for mains and physical tests
- Telangana Police — pay level 7, executive cadre
Mains qualification likely
50–65%
- Sub-Inspector (Civil) — OBC/BC category likely qualification
- Sub-Inspector (AR/TSSP) — reserved category candidates
- Should clear preliminary cut-off in most categories
- Focus on physical standards and mains preparation
- Telangana State Police — Group II executive cadre
Border-line qualification zone
35–50%
- May qualify for mains in reserved categories (ST/SC)
- General category qualification uncertain
- Sub-Inspector (Civil) — borderline for OBC candidates
- Need strong mains performance if qualified
- Recommend strengthening preparation for next cycle
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to qualify for mains examination
- Score typically below minimum qualifying marks
- Focus on fundamentals for next attempt
- Review syllabus coverage and weak areas
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