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SSC CGL Cut Off 2026: Post-Wise and Category-Wise Previous Year Cut Off Marks

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SSC CGL Cut Off 2026, Post and Category-Wise Previous Year Cut Off Marks

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) releases the official SSC CGL Cut Off alongside the Computer-Based Test results. These marks represent the minimum qualifying thresholds required to advance to subsequent stages of the recruitment process. Determined independently for Tier 1 and Tier 2, these benchmarks are essential for candidates to track. Review the detailed year-wise, category-wise, and post-wise cut-off records provided below.

SSC CGL Cut Off 2026

The cut-off marks for the SSC CGL examination define the minimum scores needed to progress in the selection cycle or secure a final appointment. These thresholds are influenced by critical variables, including total vacancies, exam difficulty, the total number of applicants, and government reservation mandates. The Commission issues distinct cut-off lists for Tier 1 and Tier 2, with specific breakdowns for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and other reserved categories.

SSC CGL Previous Year Cut Off

Analyzing historical SSC CGL cut-off data is essential for understanding performance trends and predicting potential fluctuations in the current year. By reviewing past examination patterns, candidates can better estimate expected cut-offs. However, it is vital to remember that normalization significantly impacts final scores, often shifting the overall cut-off each year.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2025

Cut-off marks are finalized based on exam difficulty, vacancy counts, score normalization, and overall candidate performance. Candidates achieving scores at or above the Tier 1 threshold qualify for the Tier 2 stage. Use the table below to view the official SSC CGL Tier 1 post-wise and category-wise cut-off marks.

Category
Cut-Off Marks
SC
137.29518
ST
136.40211
OBC
153.46108
EWS
151.58638
UR
153.46108
OH
125.1613
HH
104.04315
VH
134.1585
Others (PwD)
91.01367
Total

SSC CGL Tier-I Cut Off 2025 (Statistical Investigator Grade-II – Tier-II Shortlisting)
Category
Cut-Off Marks
SC
137.16184
ST
130.16987
OBC
150.51402
EWS
152.14666
UR
152.47231
HH
112.62423
OH
127.48052
Total

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SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut Off 2025

The Commission publishes the SSC CGL cut-off marks categorized by both user group (SC, ST, OBC, General, PwD) and specific posts (JSO, Statistical Officer, etc.). These scores reflect the normalization process required for a fair evaluation.  Candidates can review the category-wise cut-offs for Sections I and II below and download the official PDF.

Category
Cut-off Marks in Section-I
Cut-off Marks in Section-II
General
54
63
Other Backward Class
45
52.5
Economically Weaker Section
45
52.5
Schedule caste
36
42
Schedule Tribe
36
42
Ex-servicemen
36
42
OH
36
42
HH
36
42
VH
36
42
PwD_Others
36
42

SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut Off 2026 PDF- Click to Download

SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut Off 2024

The official SSC CGL Cut Off is determined after a comprehensive evaluation of candidate performance. The Commission considers variables such as the number of available vacancies, overall paper difficulty, and total applicant turnout. Successful candidates meeting these thresholds advance to document verification. Specific cut-offs are released for JSO, Statistical Investigator Grade I, and other standard posts.

SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut Off 2024
Post Code
Post Name-Department Name
UR
EWS
OBC
SC
ST
HH
VH
OH
Others
B03
Assistant/ASO - CSS
533.2468
349.4802
348.5815
337.233
330.8955
295.4264
273.8796
331.8675
287.1774
B05
Assistant/ASO - IB
353.9384
349.4851
350.5067
337.0752
307.0732
-
-
-
-
B06
Assistant/ASO - Railways
362.074
359.5187
359.4567
346.1172
312.9926
317.7746
-
-
311.4663
B07
Assistant/ASO - Election Commission
354.0591
354.0517
354.0591
345.1089
-
-
336.3938
-
-
B09
Assistant/ASO - AFHQ
360.9569
359.6959
358.9758
351.566
349.4452
-
-
-
-
B11
Assistant/ASO - External Affairs
360.6925
358.9065
358.2172
351.6593
349.3827
-
-
-
-
B13
Assistant/ASO - MCA
350.812
348.2588
353.6566
343.8724
324.9754
296.4954
319.5501
328.8937
302.8324
B18
Inspector (Preventive Officer) - CBIC
348.9974
344.4342
344.0487
343.4766
336.0113
328.8753
-
-
-
B20
Inspector (Examiner) - CBIC
349.8495
344.4342
344.0487
343.4766
336.0113
328.8753
-
-
-
C02
Junior Statistical Officer
438.6747
412.4411
411.6871
378.8725
372.3687
211.3736
224.0324
217.9174
322.1428
C03
Statistical Investigator Grade-II
438.6747
412.4411
411.6871
378.8725
372.3687
211.3736
224.0324
217.9174
322.1428
D05
Accountant/Junior Accountant - CAG
344.2433
340.8978
340.6102
324.3792
319.8663
287.0812
311.2863
-
287.9182
D09
UDC/SSA - MSME
340.0983
340.3919
340.8978
324.3792
319.8663
287.0812
311.2863
-
287.9182
D17
Sub-Inspector (NCB)
338.2326
337.3047
337.5042
326.8715
261.7351
261.1682
-
-
309.697

SSC CGL Tier 2/Final Cut Off 2025 PDF- Click to Download

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2024

The SSC CGL 2024 Tier 1 cut-off marks are detailed below, categorized by specific post groups.

For All Other Posts:

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2024 for All Other Post (Revised)
Category
Cut-off Marks
Candidates Available
SC
126.42235
31,180
ST
111.85520
16,044
OBC
146.23244
50,306
EWS
141.82144
23,891
UR
152.97275
26,089
ESM
69.92674
11,133
OH
113.10008
2,093
HH
64.79156
2,042
VH
102.97465
1,694
Other-PWD
45.74
1,377
Total
 -
165,849

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut off 2024 Revised (Official Notice)- Click to Download

For JSO Post:

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2024 for JSO
Category
Cut-off Marks
Candidates Available
SC
143.53855
3640
ST
135.23007
1935
OBC
160.65216
6839
EWS
161.73406
2504
UR
167.02061
2844*
OH
133.35717
217
HH
95.45162
210
VH
122.51903
247
Total
 -
18436

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For Statistical Investigator Gr II posts:

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2024 for Statistical Investigator
Category
Cut-off Marks
Candidates Available
ST
134.49545
485
OBC
161.13462
1106
EWS
163.50858
352
UR
170.65672
276*
HH
60.66162
213
VH
92.05218
181
Other-PWD
40.30795
220
Total
2833

SSC CGL Cut Off 2023 Tier 1

The Staff Selection Commission has released the official Tier 1 cut-off marks. Candidates can download the SSC CGL 2023 cut-off PDF below to review the minimum marks required for each category and post.

SSC CGL Cut Off 2023 PDF-Click to Check

SSC CGL Tier 2 Category Wise Cut Off 2023

The SSC CGL Tier 2 cut-off marks for 2023 are detailed below for all categories, excluding Statistical Investigator Grade II positions.

SSC CGL Final Cut Off 2023 (for all posts except SI Gr. II)
Category
Cut Off 
General
287
Economically Weaker Section
265
Other Backward Class
271
Schedule Caste
252
Schedule Tribe
241
Ex Service Men
223
OH
234
HH
172
VH
228
PWD- Others
143

SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut off 2023 PDF-Click to Check

SSC CGL Cut Off 2023 Post Wise

Refer to the tables below for the post-wise SSC CGL 2023 cut-off marks, covering AAO, JSO, Statistical Investigator, and other specialized positions.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off for Finance/Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer Posts

The category-wise cut-off for Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer posts is provided below.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off for Finance/Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer Posts
Category
SSC CGL AAO Cut-Off
General
169.67168
EWS
167.18331
OBC
166.28763
SC
154.29292
ST
148.98918
OH
147.95269
HH
126.86400
Others-PWD
109.82718

SSC CGL Cut Off for Statistics & Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) Post

Candidates applying for JSO and Statistics-related roles can view their respective category-wise cut-offs here.

Category
SSC CGL JSO Cut-Off
General
168.53975
EWS
166.06750
OBC
165.86857
SC
148.50911
ST
146.65109
OH
132.72381
HH
80.99998
VH
114.60998

SSC CGL Cut Off for Statistical Investigator Gr.II

The following table provides the category-wise cut-off marks for the Statistical Investigator Gr. II position.

Category
SSC CGL Statistical Investigator Gr.II Cut-Off
General
172.36025
OBC
152.42184
EWS
158.76802
SC
-
ST
127.32602
HH
49.14875
VH
82.56201
Others-PWD
40.00000

SSC CGL Cut Off 2023 for Posts Except for AAO/JSO

Candidates seeking information on all other SSC CGL 2023 posts can check their category-specific cut-offs below.

Category
SSC CGL Cut-Off (Other Posts)
General
150.04936
EWS
143.44441
OBC
145.93743
SC
126.68201
ST
118.16655
ESM
100.29326
OH
115.98466
HH
77.72754
VH
121.59662
Other PWD
57.45303

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2022

The Staff Selection Commission released the SSC CGL Cut Off 2022 for the Tier 1 exam on 9th February 2023 via ssc.gov.in. Utilize the direct link below to download the official Tier 1 cut-off documentation.

SSC CGL Cut Off 2022- Click to Download

SSC CGL Module I: CPT Cut Off 2022

Review the category-wise cut-off marks for the SSC CGL Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) in the provided table.

Category
Cut Off on Total Marks of Module II
UR
36
SC
27
ST
24
OBC
33
EWS
33
OH
20
HH
20
VH
20
PwD Other
20

SSC CGL Module II: DEST Cut Off 2022

The table below details the category-wise Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) cut-off marks for the SSC CGL examination.

Category
Cut Off on Percentage of Mistakes
UR
5%
SC
7%
ST
7%
OBC
7%
EWS
7%
OH
10%
HH
10%
VH
10%
PwD Other
10%

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2021-22

List 1: Candidates shortlisted in Tier-I for Tier-II (Paper I, II, IV) and Tier-III selection for Assistant Audit and Assistant Accounts Officer roles.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (Finance & Accounts, AAO)
Category
Finance & Accounts 
Candidates Available
SC
136.76
2062
ST
131.61
989
OBC
153.36
3738
EWS
156.80
1513
UR
159.07
2162
OH
124.29
207
HH
101.81
150
Others-PWD
65.27
150
Total
--
10971

List 2: Candidates qualified in Tier-I for Tier-II (Paper I, II, III) and Tier-III evaluation for Junior Statistical Officer positions.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (Statistics & JSO)
Category
Statistics
Candidates Available
SC
139.09
803
ST
125.58
784
OBC
162.48
669
EWS
162.48
490
UR
162.48
790
Total
--
3536

List 3: Candidates shortlisted in Tier-I for Tier-II (Paper I, II, III) and Tier-III evaluation for Statistical Investigator Gr. II posts.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (Statistics & Statistical Investigator Gr. II)
Category
Finance & Accounts 
Candidates Available
SC
75.77
5694
ST
62.81
3243
OBC
95.11
10496
EWS
104.63
3544
UR
114.84
4026
OH
47.42
582
HH
40
199
VH
40
179
Others-PWD
40
69
Total
--
28032

List 4: Candidates shortlisted in Tier-I for Tier-II (Paper I, II) and Tier III for all remaining posts.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (All Other Posts)
Category
Finance & Accounts 
Candidates Available
SC
94.58
22355
ST
81.52
12784
OBC
117.87
32563
EWS
109.64
17979
UR
130.18
15904
ESM
42.54
7897
OH
77.22
1792
HH
40
1359
VH
64.77
841
Others-PWD
40
374
Total
--
113848

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2021

The following tables display cut-off marks for Finance, Accounts, and Statistics, along with the total number of qualifiers moving forward to Tier-2 and Tier-3 examinations.

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off for Finance & Accounts

The table below presents the category-wise cut-off and qualification data for the 2021 Tier-1 exam specifically for Paper 1: Finance & Accounts.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2020-21 (Finance & Accounts)
Category
Finance & Accounts 
Candidates Available
SC
145.28912
970
ST
140.97604
465
OBC
161.36748
1784
EWS
164.00018
728
UR
167.45963
1228
OH
135.76854
102
HH
109.04331
101
Others-PWD
95.12633
51
Total
--
5429

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off for Statistics

The table below details the Tier-1 2021 cut-off marks and qualifier statistics for Paper 2: Statistics.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2020-21 (Statistics)
Category
Statistics
Candidates Available
SC
124.61824
2241
ST
122.40547
958
OBC
147.63201
3395
EWS
146.01050
1925
UR
153.08245
2544
OH
120.17292
114
HH
108.73007
35
Total
--
11212

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off for Other Posts

Below are the Tier-1 2021 cut-off marks and qualifier statistics for all other remaining posts.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2020-21 (Other Posts)
Category
Other Posts
Candidates Available
SC
100.93079
21663
ST
93.75569
10351
OBC
119.23278
36611
EWS
109.21110
15718
UR
132.37260
20572
ESM
74.87478
5216
OH
85.99074
1759
HH
40.00000
1357
VH
95.75915
488
Others-PWD
40.00000
400
Total
--
114135

SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut Off 2020

SSC CGL remains a highly competitive exam. The 2019-20 Tier-2 scores are integral to the final selection and contributed significantly to the SSC CGL 2022 results. Review the post-wise cut-off breakdown below.

SSC CGL Cut Off: 2019-20 [(Tier 1)+(Tier-II)]
Category
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) (Paper I + II  + IV)
Junior Statistical Officer (Paper I + II + III) 
Remaining Posts (Paper I +II)
SC
422.99783
359.87503
434.68407
ST
377.74693
343.80764
405.12641
UR
517.46992
488.00000
528.38462
EWS
504.58172
457.41940
466.42205
OBC
456.79650
423.83991
478.82303
OH
449.20099
422.28761
392.96950
HH
385.70577
302.89152
259.90917
VH
320.64089
422.76404
ESM
365.98601
Others-PWD
306.93200
375.17063
120.00000

SSC CGL Previous Year Paper with Solution

SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2020-21

Examine the post-wise cut-off details for the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam below.

Category
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)
Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II)
Remaining Posts
UR
180.12237
165.77474
147.78606
EWS
175.31247
152.03803
135.04329
OBC
172.76640
154.87053
135.95037
SC
156.73419
130.76651
115.35401
ST
151.46077
119.99291
104.91984
Ex.S
89.29321
OH
147.08520
130.86331
98.42808
HH
117.49075
86.44781
40.00000
VH
-
110.67982
110.41208
Others-PWD
83.70627
40.00000
40.0000

SSC CGL Previous Year Cut Off: 2018-19 Tier 2

The 2019 Tier 2 cut-off results demonstrate the significant impact of normalization, with some candidates seeing score adjustments exceeding 30 marks. Detailed post-wise cut-offs for Tier 2 are provided in the following table.

Category
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)
Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II)
Remaining Posts
UR
572.51
535.86
433.00
OBC
510.92
517.76
400.33
SC
463.15
433.95
354.74
ST
460.21
403.95
327.05
Ex.S
255.12
OH
409.26
348.50
302.50
HH
347.35
233.46
165.73
Other PwD
168.04
165.04
122.58

SSC CGL Previous Year Cut Off 2018-19 Tier I

The 2019 Tier 1 cut-off data is outlined below. Similar to Tier 2, normalization played a crucial role in these results, leading to substantial score shifts for many applicants. See the detailed post-wise analysis for the 2019 Tier 1 exam below.

Category
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)
Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II)
Remaining Posts
UR
170
165.96
137.07
OBC
165
162.35
131.18
SC
148.97
140.11
111.10
ST
141.86
129.56
103.22
Ex.S
40.00
OH
132.90
112.48
95.55
HH
102.45
51.99
40.00
VH
64.57
70.25

SSC CGL 2017 Cut Off

Check the Tier 1 and Tier 2 cut-off marks for the 2017 recruitment cycle in the following tables.

SSC CGL Previous Year Cut Off: 2017 Tier 1

Review the cut-offs for Assistant Audit Officer (AAO), Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II), and all other posts in the table below.

Category
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)
Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II)
Remaining Posts
UR
148.00
146.50
126.50
OBC
135.50
135.50
110.00
SC
125.50
123.50
98.00
ST
119.00
114.50
88.50
Ex.S
69.00
OH
111.50
102.00
84.50
HH
75.00
61.00
38.00
VH
116.00
89.50

SSC CGL 2017 Tier-II Cut Off

The 2017 Tier 2 examination took place from February 17th to February 22nd, 2018. The combined cut-off marks for Tier 1 and Tier 2 are provided below.

Category
Assistant Audit Officer
Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II)
Selected For CPT/DEST
Tier-I+Tier-II(Paper I+II+IV)
Tier-I + Tier-II(Paper I+II+III)
Tier-I + Tier-II(Paper I+II)
UR
573.00
280.00
415.50
OBC
538.00
240.00
379.75
SC
500.50
200.00
338.25
ST
479.00
200.00
311.25

SSC CGL 2017 Tier-III Cut Off

The 2017 cumulative cut-off marks, based on performance across Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III, are detailed below.

Category
Assistant Audit Officer
Junior Statistical Officer (Grade II)
Selected For CPT
Selected For DEST
Tier-I+Tier-II(Paper I+II+IV) + Tier-III
Tier-I + Tier-II(Paper I+II+III)+ Tier-III
Tier-I + Tier-II(Paper I+II)+ Tier-III
Tier-I + Tier-II(Paper I+II)+ Tier-III
UR
642.50
515.00
496.50
488.25
OBC
607.00
510.00
494.75
451.25
SC
571.00
450.00
441.75
380.75
ST
547.25
425.00
418.50
380.00

Normalization of SSC CGL Marks

Because Tier-I and Tier-II exams are conducted across multiple days and shifts, the Commission employs a normalization process to ensure fairness. This adjustment reconciles variations in paper difficulty, ensuring that the final SSC CGL cut-off marks are based on standardized, comparable scores across all test takers.

Factors Affecting SSC CGL Cut Off

This guide outlines the primary factors that will influence the SSC CGL 2025 cut-off marks for all candidates.

  1. Normalization Method: To ensure fairness, the normalization method is used to adjust scores. This method balances the variation in difficulty levels by using a mathematical formula, so that no candidate is at a disadvantage due to a tougher paper. The normalized score becomes the basis for determining the cut off and selection.
  2. Difficulty Level of the Exam: The overall toughness of the exam plays a key role in setting the cut-off marks. If the exam is relatively tough, the cut-off may be lower to accommodate performance trends.
  3. Total Number of Vacancies Available: The number of vacancies directly influences the cut-off. If there are fewer vacancies, the competition increases, resulting in a higher cut-off. Conversely, a larger number of vacancies allows more candidates to qualify, so the cut-off might be slightly lower
  4. Total Number of Candidates Appeared: When a large number of candidates appear for the exam, the competition intensifies. This usually leads to a higher cut-off as only top-performing candidates can make it through. If fewer candidates appear, the cut-off might be more relaxed. The ratio between the number of candidates and the available seats is a significant factor in determining the final cut-off.
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