RPF Constable Final Cut-Off Marks 2026 Released 📊
OFFICIAL – NORMALIZED CUT-OFF MARKS (16.02.2026)
Railway Recruitment Board has published the category-wise normalized cut-off marks for empanelled candidates for Constable (Executive) under CEN RPF 02/2024. These scores are scaled up to 100.
Male & Female Cut-offs
Separate scores for all categories
Scaled to 100
Normalized scores for fair comparison
📊 RPF Constable Exam 2024: Key Numbers
Total Appeared
~18,50,000
(Approx. all shifts)
Total Vacancies
4,208
Constable (Executive)
Selected (Panel)
4,208
Final empanelled
Not Selected / Absent
~18,45,792
Including non-qualifiers
Note: Appeared numbers are estimates based on previous RPF exams. Exact figures may vary; refer to official RRB reports.
🏆 Category-wise Normalized Cut-Off Marks (Scaled to 100)
UR (Unreserved)
Male77.71
Female77.33
SC (Scheduled Caste)
Male72.16
Female70.96
ST (Scheduled Tribe)
Male68.98
Female68.98
OBC
Male75.62
Female74.93
EWS
Male72.99
Female72.99
Ex-Servicemen (ExSM)
Male & Female47.34
🎯 Important Lessons for Next Aspirants
- Cut-off scores are normalized: Your raw score is adjusted based on shift difficulty. Focus on accuracy, not just attempts.
- Competition is intense: With over 18 lakh candidates, every mark counts. Aim for scores above 80+ to be safe in UR category.
- Category-specific strategy: SC/ST/OBC cut-offs are lower but still require consistent preparation. ExSM has a separate, lower cut-off.
- Female cut-offs are similar to male: In many categories, female cut-offs are only marginally lower (e.g., UR female 77.33 vs male 77.71). Prepare equally hard.
- Physical standards matter: Cut-offs are only for CBT; you still need to clear PET/PST. Don't neglect physical fitness.
- Verify from official sources: Always check rrbapply.gov.in for authentic cut-offs. Avoid rumors.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are normalized cut-off marks?
Normalized scores adjust for varying difficulty levels across different exam shifts, ensuring fair comparison among all candidates. The final merit is based on these normalized scores scaled to 100.
Why are male and female cut-offs different?
Separate merit lists are prepared for male and female candidates due to different vacancy distribution and reservation norms. Hence cut-off scores can differ.
What is the ExSM cut-off? Is it combined?
Yes, the Ex-Servicemen cut-off (47.34) is a single score applicable to all categories (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) for both genders as per the official notice.
I scored 75 in UR category. Why wasn't I selected?
The final UR male cut-off is 77.71. Selection is strictly based on normalized scores meeting or exceeding the category cut-off. Even a 0.1 mark shortfall can lead to non-selection.
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Disclaimer: This blog is an unofficial informational platform. Cut-off marks presented here are transcribed from the official RRB Bhubaneswar document dated 16.02.2026. While we strive for accuracy, we recommend candidates verify all details from official RRB websites (rrbapply.gov.in). We are not responsible for any discrepancies or decisions based on this data.
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