UPSSSC PET Cutoff 2026 will be released soon by UPSSSC shortly after the declaration of the result. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on 6th and 7th September 2026 in two shifts each day. The cutoff marks will be different for each category and will determine which candidates qualify to apply for the upcoming main examinations under various Group B and C posts. As aspirants wait for the official cutoff, understanding the expected trends and previous year cutoffs can help align preparation strategies.
Below is the table for UPSSSC PET Cutoff 2023:
| Category | Cut-Off Marks (Expected) |
|---|---|
| General/UR | 60-65 marks |
| OBC | 58-63 marks |
| EWS | 57-62 marks |
| SC | 55-60 marks |
| ST | 50-55 marks |
| Women | 58-63 marks |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | 50-55 marks |
| PwD | 45-50 marks |
Below is the table for Category-wise UPSSSC PET Cutoff 2021 for Lekhpal
| Category | Cut Off |
|---|---|
| Vertical Reservation | |
| UR | 62.96 |
| SC | 61.8 |
| ST | 44.71 |
| OBC | 62.96 |
| EWS | 62.96 |
| Horizontal Reservation | |
| Dependents of freedom fighters | 49.84 |
| PwD | 51.12 |
| Women | 64.74 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 00.91 |
Once released, the cutoff can be checked by following these steps:
Candidates are advised to keep a copy of the cutoff PDF for reference during further stages of recruitment.
The final cutoff is influenced by a combination of elements that change each year. The major factors include:
Candidates who meet or exceed the cutoff become eligible to apply for the mains examinations conducted for various Group B and C posts such as Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, VDO, and more. Only those shortlisted based on the PET cutoff will be allowed to proceed further in the recruitment process. Hence, this stage is critical for advancing toward final selection.
Ques: Is there any difference in cutoff for male and female candidates in UPSSSC PET?
Ans: Yes, female candidates fall under horizontal reservation, and a separate cutoff is often published, typically ranging slightly lower or at par with their category’s vertical cutoff.
Ques: Will UPSSSC apply normalization in PET 2026?
Ans: Yes, since the PET 2026 exam will be held in multiple shifts, normalization may be applied to ensure fairness across different difficulty levels.
Ques: Does the cutoff vary for different posts under UPSSSC PET?
Ans: The PET cutoff is common for eligibility, but different posts may later set their own cutoff criteria during mains selection.
Ques: Is there any sectional cutoff in UPSSSC PET 2026?
Ans: No, UPSSSC PET 2026 does not have any sectional cutoff. The total marks scored out of 100 will be considered for qualifying, regardless of section-wise performance.
Ques: Where can I download the UPSSSC PET cutoff PDF?
Ans: The cutoff PDF will be available on the official UPSSSC website under the PET 2026 result or notifications section after the results are declared.
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