Kerala PSC Degree Mains Cut-Off – Latest Official Data

The Kerala PSC Degree Mains Examination is a crucial stage in the recruitment process for several degree-level government posts such as Sub Inspector of Police, Excise Inspector, Assistant/Auditor, Assistant Jailor, and Special Branch Assistant.

Candidates who qualify the Kerala PSC Degree Preliminary Examination are shortlisted for the Mains. Performance in the Mains examination plays a decisive role in shortlisting and rank list preparation, eventually leading to appointment.
Based on official records and published rank lists from the 2022–2023 cycle, the following are the last conducted Degree Mains cut-off marks for various posts.

👉 For complete recruitment details, candidates should also refer to the Kerala PSC Degree Notification page and track updates on the Degree Exam Date page.

Cut-Off Marks from the Last Degree Mains (2022–23)

Post / Category	Cut-Off Marks
Armed Police SI Trainee (Open Market)	42.33
Armed Police SI Trainee (Constabulary Wing)	34.33
Sub Inspector (Open Market)	38.67
Sub Inspector (Constabulary Wing)	34.67
Assistant / Auditor (Direct – Statewide)	43.67
Excise Inspector (Trainee – Statewide)	33.00
Assistant Jailor Grade I – Statewide	31.33
Special Branch Assistant – SBCID	33.00

These figures reflect actual cut-offs released for mains shortlisting in that cycle - showing a wide range depending on the post and category.

What Do These Kerala PSC Degree Mains Cut-Offs Indicate?

1. Variation Across Posts

Different government job streams attract varying competition levels. For example:

• Assistant/Auditor roles tend to have higher cut-off marks (above 40).

• Security-related posts like SI or Excise Inspector often show slightly lower cut-offs due to higher competition and physical requirement filters.

2. Reservation Categories Affect Cut-Off

Cut-offs can further vary for candidates belonging to different reservation categories (General, OBC, SC, ST) — though specific category-wise data for mains often comes later with official rank lists.

3. Difficulty & Competition Influence Scores

Cut-offs depend on factors including:

• Difficulty level of the exam,

• Number of vacancies,

• Total candidates appearing,

• Reservation norms.

This makes historical cut-offs a valuable reference point, but not an exact predictor for future exams.

Estimated Degree Mains Cut-Off Range (Unofficial)

While the above table gives official mains cut-offs from the last cycle, estimated or coaching-based data for other posts (e.g., Sub Inspector mains category-wise) suggested ranges like:

• General category: ~64–68 (out of 100)

• OBC: 60–64

• SC: 55–59

• ST: 50–54

• EWS: 60–63

Remember: these figures are approximate estimates from coaching analyses — not official PSC releases.

For better accuracy, aspirants are advised to practise using Kerala PSC Degree Mains Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs).

How Aspirants Should Use Cut-Off Data

If you’re preparing for the next Degree Mains exam, understanding past cut-offs helps in several ways:

✅ Setting Target Scores: Aim higher than previous mains cut-offs to strengthen your chances.
✅ Benchmarking Performance: Compare your practice test scores with past data.
✅ Strategic Prioritization: Focus on areas where marks can be gained consistently.

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Conclusion

The last conducted Degree Mains cut-off marks under the Kerala PSC show a spectrum of qualifying marks across posts, with some competitive roles requiring marks in the 40+ range and others lower. For future exams, use this data as a baseline, but remember that changes in exam pattern, difficulty, and the number of vacancies can make cut-offs shift year to year. Always follow the official PSC notifications and rank list releases for the most accurate, post-exam cut-off figures.