Preliminary Examination - Probable Cut-Off Marks*

Optional subject	Minimum number of questions need to be correct for optional subject	Minimum number of questions need to be correct for General Studies
Geography	84-95	90+
Indian History	95-98	95
Mathematics	68	95
Political Science	90+	95+
Public Administration	84-98	90
Sociology	94-100	95

* IMPORTANT::
* Based on last years Trend.
* It may change from year to year.
* Scores vary based on the number of applicants take the examination and the difficulty level.
* Author does not assume responsibility for the correctness of this information.
* Even if you feel that your score will be less than the score listed above, please keep on preparing for your Main examination.