{"id":68636,"date":"2026-09-18T15:22:54","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T09:52:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=68636"},"modified":"2026-09-18T15:23:56","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T09:53:56","slug":"pfrda-grade-a-cut-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-cut-off\/","title":{"rendered":"PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026, Check Previous Year Cut Off Marks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026 for all phases will be released after the completion of the exam at https:\/\/www.pfrda.org.in\/. <\/strong>The PFRDA Grade A cut-off is the minimum score required to qualify for the next stage. Since the 2026 cut-off is not available yet, candidates can check the latest 2025 cut-off and previous-year marks to understand the trend. The cut-off is released phase-wise, stream-wise, and category-wise. This blog covers the <strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off 2025<\/strong> marks, 2023 and 2021 trends, factors affecting the cut-off, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/pfrda-grade-a-test-series\/?ref=16578\"><strong>Attempt a Free Full Length PFRDA Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PFRDA Grade A cut-off may differ based on the <strong>stream, category, paper, vacancies, exam difficulty, and candidate performance<\/strong>. Therefore, the previous-year cut-off should be used as a reference and not as a fixed score for the 2026 exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 recruitment cycle is currently underway, and the official cut-off will be available only after PFRDA releases the result and cut-off notice. Candidates should check the official PFRDA website for the latest updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026: Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particular<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Name<\/td><td>PFRDA Grade A Exam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post<\/td><td>Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Conducting Body<\/td><td>Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2026 Cut Off<\/td><td>To be released<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Latest Completed Cycle<\/td><td>2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cut-Off Basis<\/td><td>Phase, Paper, Stream and Category<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1<\/td><td>Qualifying\/Screening Stage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2<\/td><td>Merit-based stage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview<\/td><td>Final selection stage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Final Merit Weightage<\/td><td>Phase 2: 85%, Interview: 15%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-notification-2026\/\"><strong>Check PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Previous Year Cut Off<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can use the <strong>PFRDA Grade A Previous Year Cut Off<\/strong> to understand how the qualifying marks have changed over time. The 2025 cut-off is particularly useful because it belongs to the latest completed recruitment cycle. The 2023 and 2021 cut-offs can also help candidates understand the older trend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, cut-offs do not remain the same every year. A change in vacancies, paper difficulty, number of candidates, or candidate performance can affect the marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2025<\/strong> was released for Phase 1, Phase 2, and final selection. For the General stream, the Phase 1 cut-off was <strong>29.75 marks in Paper 1 and 28.00 marks in Paper 2<\/strong> for the UR\/General category. The Phase 2 cut-off was <strong>49.00 marks in Paper 1, 60.50 marks in Paper 2, and 63.00 as the total weighted score<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Phase 1 Cut Off 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Phase 1 cut-off is given below for the General stream across categories. The Phase 1 cut-off is used for shortlisting candidates for Phase 2. Candidates must pay attention to the paper-wise qualifying requirements along with the overall requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 1 Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 2 Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UR\/General<\/td><td>29.75<\/td><td>28.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>23.25<\/td><td>18.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>23.25<\/td><td>18.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>23.25<\/td><td>18.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>29.75<\/td><td>28.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PwBD<\/td><td>23.25<\/td><td>18.00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Phase 2 Cut Off 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Phase 2 cut-off is more important for final selection because Phase 2 marks carry weight in the final merit calculation. These marks give candidates a useful idea of the recent level of competition. However, they should not be treated as the exact expected cut-off for 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total Weighted Score<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UR\/General<\/td><td>49.00<\/td><td>60.50<\/td><td>63.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>45.00<\/td><td>60.00<\/td><td>60.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>47.00<\/td><td>57.00<\/td><td>58.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>48.00<\/td><td>54.50<\/td><td>55.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>49.00<\/td><td>50.00<\/td><td>52.67<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Final Cut Off 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final cut-off is different from the Phase 1 and Phase 2 qualifying marks. It is based on the final merit calculation after Phase 2 and the Interview. The final merit calculation uses <strong>85% weightage for Phase 2 and 15% for the Interview<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the 2025 cycle, the final selection PFRDA Grade A cut-offs for the General stream were as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Final Selection Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UR\/General<\/td><td>73.48<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>69.95<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>67.13<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>66.77<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>67.18<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2024<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many candidates search for <strong>PFRDA Grade A cut off 2024<\/strong>, but there is an important point to understand. There was <strong>no separate official PFRDA Grade A recruitment exam conducted in 2024<\/strong>. For preparation, the <strong>2025 cut-off is a more recent reference point<\/strong>, while the 2023 and 2021 figures can be used to understand the longer-term trend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2023<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2023 was released for Phase 1 and Phase 2. The marks varied across streams. The 2023 cut-off shows why candidates should look at <strong>stream-wise cut-off marks<\/strong> instead of using one common number for every post.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Phase 1 Cut Off 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Aggregate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>16.50<\/td><td>39.62<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>41.50<\/td><td>64.19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>40.75<\/td><td>64.68<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>28.75<\/td><td>52.20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Language<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>31.75<\/td><td>57.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Economics)<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>25.00<\/td><td>50.00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Phase 2 Cut Off 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weighted Score<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>33.75<\/td><td>63.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>33.25<\/td><td>61.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>48.00<\/td><td>61.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>40.75<\/td><td>56.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Language<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>55.25<\/td><td>60.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Economics)<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>37.00<\/td><td>65.00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2021<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2021 includes category-wise and stream-wise data. The PFRDA Grade A cut-off 2021 data also shows that the qualifying marks can vary significantly across streams and categories.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Phase 1 Cut Off 2021<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>23.25<\/td><td>17.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>SC<\/td><td>15.00<\/td><td>9.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>ST<\/td><td>15.00<\/td><td>9.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>15.00<\/td><td>9.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>EWS<\/td><td>23.25<\/td><td>17.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Actuarial<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>6.25<\/td><td>9.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>20.75<\/td><td>34.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>15.00<\/td><td>28.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>26.25<\/td><td>22.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>19.25<\/td><td>14.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Language<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>13.50<\/td><td>22.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Economics)<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>23.50<\/td><td>29.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Statistics)<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>18.00<\/td><td>22.50<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Phase 2 Cut Off 2021<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total Weighted Score<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>29.25<\/td><td>60.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>SC<\/td><td>40.25<\/td><td>21.75<\/td><td>44.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>ST<\/td><td>40.25<\/td><td>21.75<\/td><td>45.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>40.25<\/td><td>21.75<\/td><td>56.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>EWS<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>29.25<\/td><td>40.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Actuarial<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>23.00<\/td><td>8.25<\/td><td>13.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>58.50<\/td><td>67.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>40.25<\/td><td>52.75<\/td><td>55.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>34.50<\/td><td>54.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>40.25<\/td><td>28.00<\/td><td>41.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Language<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>34.50<\/td><td>47.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Economics)<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>39.50<\/td><td>54.17<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Statistics)<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>43.50<\/td><td>40.50<\/td><td>48.50<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Final Cut Off 2021<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Final Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>66.90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>SC<\/td><td>56.77<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>ST<\/td><td>58.35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>64.05<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>EWS<\/td><td>61.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Actuarial<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>58.05<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>77.26<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Finance &amp; Accounts<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>69.01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>59.45<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Information Technology<\/td><td>OBC<\/td><td>59.32<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Language<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>61.95<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Economics)<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>65.72<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research (Statistics)<\/td><td>UR<\/td><td>71.54<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Factors Affect the PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several factors can change the PFRDA Grade A cut off every year. Candidates should know these factors before setting a target score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Difficulty Level of the Exam: <\/strong>If the question paper is difficult, the cut-off may be lower. If the paper is easier, more candidates may score higher marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Number of Vacancies: <\/strong>The number of available posts can affect the competition. A change in vacancies may affect the cut-off for different streams and categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Number of Candidates: <\/strong>More candidates appearing for the exam can increase competition. Candidate performance also matters when the cut-off is decided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Overall Candidate Performance: <\/strong>If many candidates perform well, the qualifying marks may move higher. If the overall performance is lower, the cut-off may also be lower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Stream and Category: <\/strong>PFRDA releases cut-offs according to the applicable stream and category. Therefore, candidates should always check the relevant cut-off instead of relying on one common score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Paper-wise Performance: <\/strong>Candidates may need to meet separate paper-wise requirements along with the required aggregate or weighted score, depending on the stage and recruitment rules. The older PFRDA exam pattern also shows separate paper-wise cut-offs for shortlisting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Use Previous Year PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off for Preparation?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Previous-year marks can also help you understand the <strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off<\/strong> trend and set a realistic score target for the upcoming exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Check the latest cut-off &#8211; <\/strong>Start with the 2025 cut-off because it is the latest completed cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Compare older years &#8211; <\/strong>Check 2023 and 2021 marks to understand how cut-offs can change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Set a personal target &#8211; <\/strong>Do not prepare only to match the previous cut-off. Keep a reasonable margin above the previous benchmark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Take regular mock tests &#8211; <\/strong>Mocks help you check your score, speed, and accuracy. After every test, note the questions you got wrong and revise those topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: Focus on Phase 2 &#8211; <\/strong>Phase 2 plays an important role in the final merit calculation. Candidates should therefore start Phase 2 preparation early instead of waiting until after Phase&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off and Safe Score: Are They the Same?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. The cut-off and safe score are not the same. The <strong>PFRDA Grade A<\/strong> <strong>cut-off<\/strong> is the minimum score required for a candidate to qualify for the next stage or meet the applicable selection benchmark. A <strong>safe score<\/strong> is a preparation target kept above the previous cut-off to give some margin. It is not an official number released by PFRDA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026<\/strong> will be available only after PFRDA completes the relevant examination stage and releases the official cut-off notice. Until then, candidates can use the 2025 marks as the latest reference and study the 2023 and 2021 cut-off trends for a wider view. Remember that the cut-off can change with the exam difficulty, vacancies, candidate performance, and competition. Instead of preparing only to cross the previous cut-off, focus on improving accuracy, taking regular mocks, and keeping a healthy score margin. For free mock tests, quizzes, study resources, and exam preparation material, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/\">PracticeMock<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Related Blogs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-syllabus-exam-pattern-2026\/\">PFRDA Grade A Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-notification-2026\/\">PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/is-pfrda-grade-a-exam-conducted-every-year\/\">Is PFRDA Grade A Exam Conducted Every Year?<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-mock-test-challenge-2026\/\">PFRDA Grade A Mock Test Challenge 2026<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-study-plan-2026\/\">PFRDA Grade A Study Plan 2026<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-salary-2026\/\">PFRDA Grade A Salary<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-eligibility-criteria-2026\/\">PFRDA Grade A Eligibility Criteria 2026<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/last-minute-tips-for-pfrda-grade-a-phase-1-exam\/\">Last Minute Tips for PFRDA Grade A Phase 1 Exam<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026 FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q1. When will the PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026 be released?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026 will be released after the respective examination stage is completed and PFRDA publishes the official result and cut-off notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q2. What is the latest PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2025 cut-off is the latest completed-cycle reference. For the General stream, the Phase 1 cut-off was 29.75 in Paper 1 and 28.00 in Paper 2 for UR\/General, while the Phase 2 weighted score was 63.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q3. What is the PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off 2025 for the General category?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the General\/UR category, the Phase 1 cut-off was 29.75 for Paper 1 and 28.00 for Paper 2. The Phase 2 weighted score cut-off was 63.00, and the final selection cut-off was 73.48.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q4. Is there a PFRDA Grade A Cut-Off 2024?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There was no separate official PFRDA Grade A recruitment exam in 2024. Therefore, candidates should not treat any figure as an official 2024 cut-off. The 2025 cut-off is the latest completed-cycle reference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q5. Does PFRDA release the cut-off category-wise?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The cut-off can be released according to the applicable stream and category, along with paper-wise or phase-wise requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q6. What factors affect the PFRDA Grade A Cutoff?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main factors include exam difficulty, number of vacancies, number of candidates, candidate performance, stream, and category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q7. Are previous-year cut-off marks useful for PFRDA Grade A preparation?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. 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