
Updated on: 27 Jun 2025
(Based on Degree-Level Preliminary Exam)
Since the Preliminary exam is part of the common degree-level test, the cut-off marks vary slightly depending on the category and number of candidates. Below is the approximate cut-off marks observed in the previous degree-level prelims (2022–2023):
| Category | Cut-Off Marks (Out of 100) | 
|---|---|
| General (Open Category) | 72 – 75 | 
| OBC | 68 – 72 | 
| SC | 62 – 65 | 
| ST | 55 – 60 | 
| EWS | 68 – 70 | 
The Main examination cut-off is more relevant to the final selection. The following are the approximate cut-off marks for the previous SI Main exam:
| Category | Cut-Off Marks (Out of 100) | 
|---|---|
| General (Open Category) | 64 – 68 | 
| OBC | 60 – 64 | 
| SC | 55 – 59 | 
| ST | 50 – 54 | 
| EWS | 60 – 63 | 
These marks can fluctuate depending on:
The difficulty level of the paper
Number of vacancies
Total number of candidates appearing
Reservation norms and competition levels