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Sikkim PSC Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands

What does your score in Sikkim 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	68–76 marks (68–76%)
OBC	63–71 marks (63–71%)
SC	58–66 marks (58–66%)
ST	53–61 marks (53–61%)
PwD	48–56 marks (48–56%)

Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 5–8 marks above OBC, 10–15 marks above SC, and 15–20 marks above ST categories, reflecting reserved seat competition intensity in Sikkim's state services.
Year-to-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate ±3–5 marks based on paper difficulty, vacancy count, and applicant pool strength; easier papers push cutoffs toward the upper 70s for General, while tougher editions may settle in the mid-60s.
Sectional performance matters: Candidates crossing these marks enter the Mains stage; those in the 72–82% band historically secure competitive Group B positions post-interview, while 68–72% scorers remain in contention for mid-tier allocations.

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Score → rank → outcome bands

Top 10-20 rank — State toppers
92–100%
- Sikkim Administrative Service — top 5-10 merit position
- Guaranteed first preference in service allocation
- Sikkim Secretariat posting — direct entry to state capital administration
- Officer on Special Duty (Chief Minister's Office) — occasional opportunity
- Fast-track career progression within state services
- Recognition and media coverage as state civil services topper
Top 50 performers — Elite range
85–92%
- Sikkim Administrative Service — top merit, capital/Gangtok posting likely
- Sikkim Police Service — choice posting in East district
- Additional Secretary (various departments) — direct recruitment Group B
- Revenue Officer (Grade I) — Gangtok or preferred district
- High merit bonus in final selection
- First choice of department and cadre allocation
Top tier — Premium posts
75–85%
- Sikkim Administrative Service (SAS) — high merit ranking, likely SDM posting
- Sikkim Police Service (SPS) — preferred district/range allocation
- Deputy Collector — Revenue Department, district administration
- Assistant Director (Planning/Economics) — state planning cadre
- Treasury Officer (Grade I) — senior state finance positions
- Strong likelihood of metro/urban posting preference
Competitive Mains position
65–75%
- Sikkim Administrative Service (SAS) — direct recruitment, pay level 10
- Sikkim Police Service — DSP (Group B gazetted), executive cadre
- District Treasury Officer — Accounts & Finance Department
- Deputy Director (various departments) — Group B gazetted

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