What is the expected cut-off marks of UPSC CSE Prelims 2024. Go through this analysis of UPSC Prelims 2024 cut off marks to get an idea.
The UPSC Prelims Exam 2024, conducted on June 16, has sparked discussions about the anticipated cut-off marks.
Understanding the estimated cut-off for the UPSC Prelims 2024 is crucial for candidates to assess their performance and plan their strategy for the Mains exam.
This article by ClearIAS delves into the factors influencing the expected cut-off for UPSC Prelims 2024 and provides a detailed analysis.
Key Highlights of UPSC CSE Prelims 2024
- Exam Date: June 16, 2024 (Sunday)
- Results Announcement: Expected in the first week of July 2024
- Estimated Candidates Appeared: Approximatly 6 lakhs
- Number of Vacancies: 1056
How is the UPSC Prelims Cut Off 2024 Calculated?
The UPSC CSE Prelims Exam comprises two papers:
- General Studies-I (GS-I): Marks obtained in this paper (out of 200) are considered for the cut-off for Paper I.
- General Studies-II (CSAT): Since this paper is qualifying in nature, marks obtained in this paper (also out of 200) are not counted towards the cut-off. Candidates need to secure at least 33% to qualify. So this cut-off for the CSAT paper is always 66.67.
The cut-off is calculated based on the GS-I paper’s performance.
Influencing Factors for UPSC Prelims Cut Off 2024
Several factors influence the cut-off marks:
- Number of Vacancies: A higher number of vacancies can lead to a lower cut-off and vice versa. For 2024, the total number of vacancies is 1056.
- Difficulty Level of the Exam: The complexity of the questions affects the cut-off. This year’s exam was of easy to moderate difficulty.
- Number of Candidates Appearing: More candidates increase competition and raise the cut-off. Approximately 6 lakh candidates appeared this year.
- Overall Performance of Candidates: If many candidates score high, the cut-off will be high.
ClearIAS Poll to know the relative performance of the candidates pan-India
ClearIAS has conducted polls in our social media channels to know how aspirants performed across India.
The polls are yet to reach a signifcant number of aspirants. As per the current votes, the estimate is as below:
Expected UPSC Prelims Cut Off 2024: Category-wise Estimates
Here are the estimated cut-offs for different categories:
Category |
Expected Cut Off (Marks) |
|---|---|
General |
95 +/- 5 |
OBC |
93 +/- 5 |
EWS |
88 +/- 5 |
SC |
80 +/- 5 |
ST |
75 +/- 5 |
Remember that this is not the official cut-off decalaration. The UPSC cut-off can be totally different. It can even go above 100 if a significant number of candidates qualify the CSAT paper.
Also, it should be noted that our cut-off scores are estimated based on the revised answer keys released by ClearIAS. Download and re-calculate your score based on the revised key.
Further, this is based on the assumption that no question will be cancelled.
Past Years’ Trends of UPSC Prelims Cut Off
Analyzing past trends can provide insights into the expected cut-off:
Category |
2023 |
2022 |
2021 |
2020 |
2019 |
2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
General |
75.41 |
88.22 |
87.54 |
92.51 |
98 |
98 |
OBC |
74.75 |
87.54 |
89.12 |
89.12 |
95.34 |
96.66 |
ST |
47.82 |
69.35 |
70.71 |
68.71 |
77.34 |
83.34 |
SC |
59.25 |
74.08 |
75.41 |
74.84 |
82 |
84 |
PWD 1 |
40.40 |
49.84 |
68.02 |
70.06 |
53.34 |
73.34 |
PWD 2 |
47.13 |
58.59 |
67.33 |
63.94 |
44.66 |
53.34 |
PWD 3 |
40.40 |
40.40 |
43.09 |
40.82 |
61.34 |
40.00 |
PWD 5 |
33.68 |
41.76 |
45.80 |
42.86 |
61.34 |
45.34 |
EWS |
68.02 |
82.83 |
80.14 |
77.55 |
90 |
— |
As it can be seen the last year cut-off marks was 75.41 for general merit with 1 question cancelled.
If no question is cancelled this year, the cut-off has all chance to cross 90+ this year.
Steps to Calculate Your UPSC Prelims Marks
- Check the revised ClearIAS UPSC Prelims Answer Key for Paper I and Paper 2.
- For every correct answer of Paper I, give 2 marks. For every negative mark, deduct -0.66.
- For every correct answer of Paper II, give 2.5 marks. For every negative mark, deduct -0.833.
- Calculate the final score of each paper.
- You can mention your score in the comment section to initiate a discussion.
Conclusion
The estimated cut-off figures for UPSC Prelims 2024 are based on an initial analysis of various parameters.
These figures will be updated as more details on candidates’ performance become available.
Candidates are encouraged to use ClearIAS Prelims Polls to get a clearer picture of their performance and continue their Mains preparation.
FAQs on UPSC Prelims 2024
Here are some of the Frequently Asked Question about UPSC Prelims 2024.
(1) What is the expected UPSC Prelims Cut Off 2024?
The exact cut-off will be announced post the UPSC Final Result 2024 by around April 2025. ClearIAS has provided a rough estimate.
(2) How is the UPSC prelims cut off calculated?
The cut-off is decided by the UPSC based on the number of vacancies, candidates appeared, and other factors.
(3) Who decides the UPSC Prelims Cut Off 2024?
The cut-off is determined by the UPSC based on multiple factors.
(4) How to analyse your performance of UPSC Prelims 2024 with ClearIAS Re-Take Exams?
Use the ClearIAS Mock Exam platform, input your answers in the re-take exam, then generate a report for a detailed analysis.
(5) Where can I find a reliable UPSC CSE Prelims Answer Key?
Check the revised ClearIAS UPSC Prelims 2024 Answer Key for Paper I and Paper 2. This includes the explanation of each question.
(6) What should I do, if I won’t clear Prelims cut-off this time?
There is nothing to be disappointed. Try again. Join Fight Back Program or Prelims Test Series or Prelims cum Mains Program based on your budget and knowledge-level.
(7) What should I do, if I clear Prelims cut-off this time?
Congrats. Make the best out of this chance. Join ClearIAS Mains Test Series.
(8) When will UPSC Prelims Result 2024 be announced?
The result is expected in the first week of July 2024.
We wish you the best for your UPSC Prelims Result 2024!
Team ClearIAS
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