IBPS Clerk Mains Cut Off 2026, State-Wise & Category-Wise Marks

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Clerk Mains cut-off marks for 2026 for candidates who appeared in the examination. The cut-off list is available as a state-wise and category-wise PDF on the official website, providing detailed qualifying benchmarks across different regions and reservation categories.

What Is the IBPS Clerk Mains Cut Off 2026?

The cut-off marks represent the minimum score that candidates must secure in the IBPS Clerk Mains examination to be considered eligible for further stages of selection, which may include provisional allotment or final merit scoring depending on the notifications. The cut-off varies by state/UT and category (General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) based on performance trends and vacancy distribution.

Download IBPS Clerk Mains Cut Off 2026 PDF

Candidates can check and download the official cut-off PDF by following these steps:

1. Visit the official IBPS website: ibps.in
2. Navigate to the CRP Clerk XII section under the Recruitment or Results tab.
3. Click on the link for IBPS Clerk Mains Cut Off 2026.
4. Download the state-wise and category-wise cut-off PDF for reference.
5. Check your score against the cut-off marks applicable to your category and state.

State-Wise and Category-Wise Cut Off 2026

The cut-off list shows different benchmarks for each participating region along with reservation breakdowns. For example:

(Note: These example figures are representative only — candidates must check the official PDF for exact cut-off marks relevant to their exam series and roll number.)

Category Breakdowns

• General Category: Typically has the highest cut-off range in most states due to competition.
• OBC / EWS: Moderate cut-off depending on state performance.
• SC / ST: Lower cut-off in comparison to General/OBC as per reservation norms.

The cut-off can also vary slightly due to the number of candidates, exam difficulty level and vacancy distribution in each state.

What to Do After Checking Cut Off?

After downloading the cut-off marks:

• Compare your Mains score with the cut-off for your category and state.
• If your score meets or exceeds the cut-off, you may be eligible for the next stage of selection or merit list inclusion.
• Keep an eye on official notifications for the declaration of the Clerk Mains result, interview or final allotment schedules.