Cut-off Scores & Merit Trends
IBPS PO Cut-Off Marks Trends (2021-2025): Prelims, Mains & Final Merit Analysis
By Praveen Nair (Banking Faculty) Updated: 15/7/2026 4 min read
Understanding previous year cut-off scores is essential to estimate the safe score required for IBPS PO 2026. Here is an authentic comparison of category-wise cut-offs for General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST candidates.
1. IBPS PO Prelims Cut-Off Scorecard (Out of 100)
- 2025: UR: 54.25 | OBC: 54.25 | EWS: 54.25 | SC: 48.75 | ST: 42.50
- 2024: UR: 51.50 | OBC: 51.50 | EWS: 51.50 | SC: 46.00 | ST: 40.25
- 2023: UR: 49.75 | OBC: 49.75 | EWS: 49.75 | SC: 44.50 | ST: 38.00
2. Safe Target for IBPS PO 2026
Aim for a raw mock score of 62+ in Prelims and 88+ in Mains to secure high ranks and your preferred bank allocation (SBI, PNB, BOB, Canara Bank).
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Comments & Discussion (2)
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Vikram SinghJuly 12, 2026
Very detailed guide. The reference books section is spot on! I will suggest NCERT class 11 economics book too.
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Deepika VermaJuly 11, 2026
Is the exam pattern changing this year for civil services? Please update.
Table of Contents
- 1. Understand the Exam Pattern
- 2. Standard Reading List
- 3. Regular Answer Writing practice
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