The IBPS SO Prelims Cut Off 2024 has been officially released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) on 11 December 2024 along with the scorecard. The cut-off determines eligibility for the Mains Exam, scheduled for 14 December 2024. This document provides detailed post-wise and category-wise cut-off marks for positions such as IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer.
IBPS SO Prelims Cut Off 2024: Post and Category-Wise Marks
The cut-off marks for IBPS SO Prelims 2024 are tabulated below for each post and category:
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.T. Officer | 36.00 | 32.63 | 36.00 | 16.75 | 36.00 | 15.00 | 26.25 | 16.00 | 13.75 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 51.00 | 46.00 | 51.00 | 51.00 | 51.00 | 29.38 | 49.88 | 41.13 | 15.88 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 16.25 | 8.50 | 16.25 | 16.25 | 16.25 | NA | 33.75 | 25.75 | NA |
| Law Officer | 25.50 | 17.63 | 28.50 | 28.13 | 33.13 | 12.25 | 28.75 | 12.50 | 17.38 |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 43.25 | 43.00 | 43.25 | 40.88 | 43.25 | NA | 20.13 | 25.13 | NA |
| Marketing Officer | 17.25 | 15.13 | 17.25 | 16.75 | 17.25 | 13.38 | 12.38 | 16.13 | NA |
Steps to Check IBPS SO Prelims Cut Off 2024
- Visit Official Website: Go to the IBPS website ibps.in.
- Navigate to Specialist Officer Section: Find the “IBPS SO Prelims Cut Off 2024” link under the notifications tab.
- Click and Download: Access the PDF, download it, and save it for reference.
- Verify Cut Off: Match your marks with the cut-off to assess eligibility for Mains.
IBPS SO Previous Year Cut Off Marks
Reviewing previous years’ cut-offs offers insights into exam trends and helps in better preparation. Below is a summary of cut-offs from 2023 and earlier years.
IBPS SO Prelims Cut Off 2023
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.T. Officer | 52.75 | 42.25 | 54.38 | 49.75 | 54.38 | 14.63 | 37.88 | 23.88 | 21.38 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 36.88 | 34.13 | 36.88 | 36.88 | 36.88 | 20.13 | 33.88 | 31.75 | 22.38 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 12.63 | 8.88 | 12.63 | 12.63 | 12.63 | NA | 12.25 | 11.13 | NA |
IBPS SO Mains Cut Off 2023
| Post | Gen | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | HI | OC | VI | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.T. Officer | 14.75 | 9.50 | 7.75 | 13.50 | 14.00 | 10.75 | 10.50 | 19.00 | 10.25 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 29.00 | 27.75 | 23.25 | 29.00 | 29.00 | 25.00 | 25.25 | 23.50 | 17.75 |
Key Factors Affecting IBPS SO Cut Off
- Number of Vacancies: A higher number of vacancies can lower the cut-off marks.
- Exam Difficulty Level: Tougher exams generally lead to lower cut-offs.
- Normalization: Adjustment of scores for different exam sessions ensures fairness.
- Category Reservations: Specific cut-offs for reserved categories impact the overall selection process.
FAQs
1. When was the IBPS SO Prelims Cut Off 2024 released?
It was released on 11 December 2024 alongside the scorecard.
2. What is the cut-off for the General category in the I.T. Officer post?
The General category cut-off for the I.T. Officer post is 36.00.
3. How are IBPS SO cut-offs calculated?
Cut-offs are determined based on factors like the number of candidates, exam difficulty, and normalization.
4. What is the next stage after IBPS SO Prelims?
Candidates qualifying for Prelims will proceed to the Mains Exam, scheduled on 14 December 2024.
5. Is there sectional cut-off in IBPS SO exams?
Yes, candidates must meet both sectional and overall cut-offs to qualify.
6. How many vacancies were announced for IBPS SO 2024?
There are various vacancies across Specialist Officer posts; the total number depends on the notification.
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