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UPPCS Cut Off: Previous Years & Safe Score Analysis
UPPCS Prelims cut-offs are based only on GS Paper I (out of 200). In 2023 the cut-off was 125 for General, 128 for OBC, 129 for EWS, 112 for SC and 109 for ST. In 2022 the General cut-off was 111, and in 2021 it was 115. UPPSC releases cut-offs after the final result. Candidates must also meet minimum efficiency standards of 40% (35% for SC and ST).
UPPSC publishes candidates' marks and category-wise cut-offs only after the final result of a cycle. Figures below are compiled from those releases as reported by secondary sources; verify against the UPPSC website.
1. UPPCS Prelims Cut-Off (GS Paper I, out of 200)
| Category | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 125 | 111 | 115 |
| OBC | 128 | 114 | 113 |
| EWS | 129 | 114 | 117 |
| SC | 112 | 99 | 96 |
| ST | 109 | 91 | 82 |
| Female | — | 109 | 110 |
| Ex-Servicemen of UP | — | 93 | 108 |
2. Trends
- Cut-offs rose sharply in 2023 compared with 2021 and 2022.
- OBC and EWS cut-offs have been at or above the General cut-off, as unreserved seats are filled on merit first.
- Large applicant pools (over 5.7 lakh in 2024 and 6.2 lakh in 2025) keep competition intense.
3. Qualifying Rules
| Stage | Rule |
|---|---|
| CSAT | Minimum 33% (66 of 200) |
| Prelims shortlist | About 15 times the vacancies, by Paper I marks |
| Minimum efficiency (Prelims and Mains) | 40% for General, OBC and EWS; 35% for SC and ST |
| General Hindi | Minimum marks as fixed by the Government or Commission |
| Interview shortlist | About 3 times the vacancies |
4. Factors That Move the Cut-Off
Vacancies
More posts widen the Mains shortlist and can lower the cut-off.
Difficulty
An easier paper pushes scores and cut-offs up.
Negative marking
Heavy guessing lowers net scores.
Applicant pool
More serious candidates raise the bar.
5. Safe Target for UPPCS 2026
- General: 130 to 135+ out of 200 in GS Paper I.
- OBC / EWS: 130+.
- SC: 115+. ST: 110+.
- CSAT: 100+ for a safe margin.
These are Sleepy Classes benchmarks based on recent trends, not official figures.
📌 Frequently Asked Questions
What was the UPPCS 2023 Prelims cut-off for General?
125 out of 200.
What was the UPPCS 2023 cut-off for OBC and EWS?
128 for OBC and 129 for EWS.
What was the UPPCS 2023 cut-off for SC and ST?
112 for SC and 109 for ST.
Is CSAT counted in the cut-off?
No. It is qualifying at 33%. The cut-off is based on Paper I alone.
When does UPPSC release cut-offs?
After the final result of the cycle.
What is the minimum efficiency standard?
40% for General, OBC and EWS, and 35% for SC and ST.
What is a safe Prelims score for UPPCS 2026?
About 130 to 135 or more out of 200 for General candidates.
Why is the OBC cut-off sometimes higher than General?
Unreserved seats are filled on merit first, so high-scoring reserved candidates can take them, leaving reserved seats with tighter competition.
Is there a separate cut-off for women?
Yes. UPPSC publishes cut-offs for horizontal categories such as female candidates of UP.
Can I challenge my score?
You can raise objections to the provisional answer key within the window UPPSC allows. OMR sheets are evaluated by scanner only on properly darkened circles.
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