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The IBPS Clerk 2026 Expected Cut Off<\/strong> for the General category is expected to remain around 60\u201378 marks in Prelims<\/strong>, depending on the state, while the Mains cutoff may remain around 75\u201395 marks<\/strong>. The actual cutoff will vary based on state-wise vacancies, category, exam difficulty and competition. IBPS Clerk cutoff is released state-wise and category-wise<\/strong>, so candidates should compare their expected scores with the cutoff trend of their respective state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, candidates can check the IBPS Clerk 2026 Expected Cut Off<\/strong> for Prelims and Mains, category-wise and state-wise cutoff predictions, previous year cutoff trends, safe score targets, good attempts, factors affecting the cutoff and important FAQs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IBPS Clerk 2026 Expected Cut Off: Quick Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk 2026 Expected Cut Off gives candidates an estimated Prelims and Mains score range, helping them understand the competition and set realistic preparation targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exam Stage<\/strong><\/td>General Expected Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Prelims<\/strong><\/td>60\u201378<\/td><\/tr>
Mains<\/strong><\/td>75\u201395<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The expected cutoff is not the official cutoff. Candidates should keep a score buffer above the expected range because the final cutoff can change according to state-wise competition, vacancies and exam difficulty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IBPS Clerk Prelims Expected Cut Off 2026: Category-wise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk Prelims Expected Cut Off 2026<\/strong> for the General category is expected to remain between 65\u201375 marks<\/strong>. The expected cutoff for reserved categories may remain lower, depending on the category and state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Category<\/strong><\/td>Expected Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General<\/strong><\/td>65\u201375<\/td><\/tr>
OBC<\/strong><\/td>63\u201373<\/td><\/tr>
SC<\/strong><\/td>55\u201365<\/td><\/tr>
ST<\/strong><\/td>50\u201360<\/td><\/tr>
EWS<\/strong><\/td>63\u201372<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Important:<\/strong> IBPS Clerk cutoff varies state-wise<\/strong>, rather than having one common national cutoff like some other banking examinations. Candidates should therefore check their state-specific trend before deciding their target score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Mains Expected Cut Off 2026: Category-wise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk Mains Expected Cut Off 2026<\/strong> for the General category is expected to remain around 78\u201392 marks<\/strong>. The cutoff can vary depending on the state, category, vacancies and overall performance of candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Category<\/strong><\/td>Expected Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General<\/strong><\/td>78\u201392<\/td><\/tr>
OBC<\/strong><\/td>75\u201388<\/td><\/tr>
SC<\/strong><\/td>65\u201378<\/td><\/tr>
ST<\/strong><\/td>60\u201372<\/td><\/tr>
EWS<\/strong><\/td>75\u201388<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Candidates should aim for a score comfortably above the expected cutoff instead of preparing only to cross the minimum expected range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Expected State-wise Cut Off 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk Expected Cut Off 2026 is different for different states<\/strong> because vacancies and competition vary across states. Based on the expected trend, states such as Delhi, Haryana, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh may have comparatively higher Prelims cutoffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

State<\/strong><\/td>Expected Prelims Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Delhi<\/strong><\/td>76\u201382<\/td><\/tr>
Haryana<\/strong><\/td>75\u201380<\/td><\/tr>
Bihar<\/strong><\/td>74\u201380<\/td><\/tr>
Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>72\u201378<\/td><\/tr>
Rajasthan<\/strong><\/td>72\u201377<\/td><\/tr>
West Bengal<\/strong><\/td>70\u201376<\/td><\/tr>
Madhya Pradesh<\/strong><\/td>70\u201375<\/td><\/tr>
Punjab<\/strong><\/td>68\u201374<\/td><\/tr>
Gujarat<\/strong><\/td>67\u201372<\/td><\/tr>
Maharashtra<\/strong><\/td>65\u201372<\/td><\/tr>
Karnataka<\/strong><\/td>55\u201365<\/td><\/tr>
Tamil Nadu<\/strong><\/td>60\u201368<\/td><\/tr>
Telangana<\/strong><\/td>63\u201370<\/td><\/tr>
Kerala<\/strong><\/td>73\u201378<\/td><\/tr>
Odisha<\/strong><\/td>72\u201377<\/td><\/tr>
Uttarakhand<\/strong><\/td>75\u201380<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Candidates should remember that high-competition states generally have higher cutoffs<\/strong>, while states with comparatively lower competition may have lower cutoffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Previous Year Cut Off Trend<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Previous year cutoff trends help candidates understand the range in which the IBPS Clerk 2026 Expected Cut Off<\/strong> may fall. The Prelims General-category cutoff has generally remained within the 60\u201378 marks range<\/strong> across recent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Prelims Previous Year Cut Off Trend<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Year<\/strong><\/td>General Cut Off Range<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
2025<\/strong><\/td>60\u201377<\/td><\/tr>
2024<\/strong><\/td>62\u201378<\/td><\/tr>
2023<\/strong><\/td>59\u201375<\/td><\/tr>
2022<\/strong><\/td>60\u201376<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The previous year trend shows that the Prelims cutoff can fluctuate according to the difficulty level, state-wise vacancies and competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Mains Previous Year Cut Off Trend<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Year<\/strong><\/td>General Cut Off Range<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
2025<\/strong><\/td>78\u201395<\/td><\/tr>
2024<\/strong><\/td>75\u201392<\/td><\/tr>
2023<\/strong><\/td>80\u201396<\/td><\/tr>
2022<\/strong><\/td>78\u201394<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Mains cutoff has generally remained within the 75\u201395 marks range<\/strong>, although the actual cutoff can differ significantly between states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk 2026 Expected Cut Off: Good Attempts and Safe Score<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Candidates should focus on both good attempts and a safe score<\/strong> while analysing their IBPS Clerk performance. A good number of attempts is useful only when accuracy is maintained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Prelims Expected Good Attempts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Section<\/strong><\/td>Good Attempts<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Reasoning<\/strong><\/td>25\u201330<\/td><\/tr>
Quantitative Aptitude<\/strong><\/td>20\u201326<\/td><\/tr>
English<\/strong><\/td>22\u201327<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/strong><\/td>70\u201380<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For the General category, candidates should target 75+ marks in Prelims<\/strong> to stay comfortably above the IBPS Clerk 2026 expected cutoff range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Mains Expected Good Attempts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Section<\/strong><\/td>Good Attempts<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General Awareness<\/strong><\/td>28\u201334<\/td><\/tr>
Reasoning<\/strong><\/td>24\u201330<\/td><\/tr>
Quantitative Aptitude<\/strong><\/td>18\u201324<\/td><\/tr>
English<\/strong><\/td>22\u201326<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For Mains, candidates should target 85+ marks<\/strong> as a broad safe-score benchmark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Safe Score Strategy 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An IBPS Clerk  safe score gives candidates a buffer above the expected cutoff and reduces dependence on small changes in the final cutoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exam Stage<\/strong><\/td>General Category Safe Score<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Prelims<\/strong><\/td>75+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Mains<\/strong><\/td>85+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

To improve the chances of staying above the cutoff, candidates should focus on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n