SSC GD Constable Cut-off 2026
Category-wise cut-off marks and what drives them.
Updated 22 October 2026
SSC GD cut-off 2026
The SSC GD cut-off is the lowest normalised CBE score needed to be shortlisted for the PET/PST, and later for final selection. It is published state-wise, gender-wise, category-wise and force-wise. For 2026, the General (UR) cut-off is expected to fall around 138–148 out of 160. The official figures will come with the SSC GD result 2026.
SSC GD expected cut-off 2026
| Category | Expected cut-off (out of 160) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 138 – 148 |
| EWS | 136 – 146 |
| OBC | 132 – 142 |
| SC | 123 – 133 |
| ST | 118 – 130 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 70 – 85 |
Expert predictions vary. The overview page puts OBC at 135–145, EWS at 133–143 and SC at 128–138. The result page gives a much lower 110–120 for General men. These are estimates. Only the official list counts.
Minimum qualifying marks
| Category | Minimum qualifying marks in the CBE |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 30% |
| OBC / EWS | 25% |
| SC / ST and others | 20% |
SSC GD cut-off 2025 (previous year)
In the 2025 CBE, 25,21,839 candidates appeared. Of these, 3,91,599 scored at or above the minimum cut-off and qualified: 3,51,552 men and 40,047 women.
Male candidates qualified against all-India NCB and SSF vacancies (2025)
| Force | Category | Cut-off marks | Part A | Part B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCB | UR | 152.04221 | 37.75 | 33.25 |
| NCB | OBC | 151.67957 | 40.00 | 19.75 |
| NCB | ST | 144.22978 | 40.00 | 22.00 |
| NCB | ESM | 109.38111 | 31.00 | 17.50 |
| SSF | OBC | 149.78594 | 40.00 | 19.75 |
| SSF | EWS | 148.26714 | 40.00 | 33.25 |
| SSF | SC | 142.60580 | 40.00 | 28.75 |
| SSF | ESM | 104.50641 | 31.25 | 22.50 |
Female candidates qualified against all-India NCB vacancies (2025)
| Category | Cut-off marks | Part A | Part B |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 149.12554 | 40.00 | 28.75 |
| OBC | 147.10565 | 40.00 | 22.00 |
| EWS | 144.93140 | 40.00 | 24.25 |
Part A and Part B marks are listed because they decide ties among candidates with the same total.
State-wise picture in 2025
State cut-offs were much lower than the all-India NCB/SSF figures, and they varied widely between area types (general, Naxal-affected and border districts). Expected ranges for the UR category:
| State | UR last-shortlisted marks across the published lists (2025) |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | about 94 – 125 |
| Bihar | about 91 – 117 |
| Andhra Pradesh | about 48 – 92 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | about 48 – 51 |
SSC GD cut-off 2024
All-India SSF vacancies, 2024
| Category | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 153.56851 | 146.53420 |
| OBC | 152.28771 | 144.43563 |
| EWS | 151.15627 | 143.07090 |
| SC | 148.21914 | 138.20538 |
| ST | 143.65896 | 130.27926 |
| ESM | 94.65261 | 62.65710 |
State-wise 2024 (general areas, selected states)
| State | Area | UR | OBC | SC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haryana | General | 137.64408 | 136.57591 | 128.11387 |
| Madhya Pradesh | General | 133.98651 | 136.51963 | 125.08849 |
| Delhi | General | 130.10820 | 128.92462 | 130.93752 |
| Bihar | General | 122.29127 | 119.40335 | 93.83877 |
| Himachal Pradesh | General | 117.99215 | 116.03014 | 107.64246 |
| Jharkhand | General | 107.95118 | 108.02411 | 84.46491 |
| Kerala | General | 102.64741 | 104.77593 | 80.22496 |
| Maharashtra | General | 97.38135 | 95.15506 | 97.53786 |
| Andhra Pradesh | General | 92.82965 | 91.49262 | 82.91312 |
| Gujarat | General | 87.16339 | 85.20087 | 86.08588 |
| Karnataka | General | 80.00243 | 78.88348 | 74.64846 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | General | 73.85743 | 41.94555 | 79.41844 |
The gap is striking: in 2024 a UR candidate needed about 138 in Haryana but only about 80 in Karnataka. This is why your state of domicile matters as much as your score.
How normalisation works
The CBE runs in many shifts, and each shift has a different paper. SSC converts raw scores into normalised scores using the formula in its notice No. 1-1/2018-P&P-I dated 07-02-2019. Normalised marks, plus NCC bonus marks where applicable, are used for cut-offs and merit. Your raw score from the SSC GD answer key may therefore shift slightly in the final scorecard.
Factors that decide the SSC GD cut-off
- Vacancies: fewer posts (25,487 in 2026, against 53,690 in 2025) usually push cut-offs up. See the SSC GD vacancy page.
- Number of candidates who actually sit the exam.
- Paper difficulty across shifts.
- Normalisation of shift-wise scores.
- Category and state-wise allotment of posts.
- Force choice: all-India NCB and SSF posts close much higher than state quotas.
Using the cut-off in your preparation
- Aim for 10–15 marks above the expected cut-off for your category and state to stay safe.
- Compare your mock scores with these figures every week.
- Do not neglect the PET. Scoring above the cut-off only gets you to the physical stage. Check the SSC GD result page for what comes next.
Frequently asked questions
What is the expected SSC GD cut-off 2026 for General candidates?
The General (UR) cut-off is expected to be around 138–148 out of 160. The actual figure will vary by state, gender and force.
How many candidates qualified the SSC GD 2025 CBE?
Out of 25,21,839 candidates who appeared, 3,91,599 qualified: 3,51,552 men and 40,047 women.
Why is the SSC GD cut-off different for each state?
Vacancies are allotted state-wise, so the competition for each state's quota is different. A UR cut-off can be close to 138 in one state and about 80 in another.
When will the SSC GD cut-off 2026 be released?
SSC releases the cut-off along with, or soon after, the SSC GD result 2026 on its official website.
What happens if I score above the SSC GD cut-off?
You are shortlisted for the PET and PST. Final selection depends on clearing those, the medical examination and document verification.
Always check the latest official notification on ssc.gov.in before applying.