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Rajasthan APO Cut Off 2026 Released: Check Category-Wise Cut-Off Marks
October 5, 2026
RPSC has officially released the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) 2026 cut-off along with the result.
- The Prelims for 2026 was conducted on September 02, 2026. The expected cut off range for general category candidates is 63.97.
- Cut off is the minimum mark released by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) that decides who moves from one stage of the Assistant Prosecution Officer exam to the next.
- The final category-wise cut-off will be known after the Rajasthan Public Service Commission announces the result and officially releases the cut-off marks.
Latest Update: The official Rajasthan APO Answer Key has been released.
Rajasthan APO Cut Off 2026
RPSC has released the APO Cutoff 2026 for Scheduled Area (TSP) candidates, with the highest cutoff of 47.14 marks for the General (UR) category. The category-wise cutoff marks for General, SC and ST candidates are given in the table below.
| Category | Sub-Category | Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | General | 47.14 |
| SC | General | 24.58 |
| ST | General / General WE | 0.34 |
| ST | Widow (WD) | 9.76 |
Check: Rajasthan APO exam analysis
Rajasthan APO 2026 Cut Off Details
RPSC conducted the Assistant Prosecution Officer Preliminary Examination 2026 on September 02, 2026. Earlier, it notified 371 vacancies under Advertisement No. 03/EXAM/APO/EP-I/2026-27.
The Prelims result and the category-wise cut-off are published together on the official portal once the evaluation and the final Rajasthan APO answer key are processed.
| Stage | RPSC APO Cut Off 2026 | Where to Check |
| Prelims Cut Off | October 1, 2026 | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in → Results |
| Mains Cut Off | To be Updated | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in → Results |
| Final Cut Off (Merit) | To be Updated | rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in → Results |
Generally, RPSC releases the Prelims cut off with or after the Prelims result. It does not release it during the exam window.
Rajasthan APO Mains & Final Cut Off for Previous Year
The Mains stage is where selection is decided. In the previous cycle, RPSC released the Assistant Prosecution Officer Main Examination cut off alongside the Mains result, for posts under the relevant department.
The table below shows category-wise cutoff details for the previous year:
| Category | Mains / Final Cut Off (Previous Cycle) | Remarks |
| GEN (UR) | 163.50 | Non-Scheduled Area post |
| SC / ST / OBC (most) | N.A. | Vacancy-linked; see note |
For the Rajasthan APO exam, the final merit list is prepared based on Mains marks. Therefore, your actual target should be the Mains score. The Prelims cut off is only the stage you must clear to get there.
Rajasthan APO Prelims Cut Off 2026
RPSC has released the APO Cutoff 2026 for Non-Scheduled Area (Non-TSP) candidates, with the highest cutoff of 63.97 marks for the General (UR) category
| Category | Sub-Category | Cutoff Marks | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | General / General WE | 63.97 | — |
| General (UR) | Widow (WD) | -2.36 | — |
| General (UR) | Widow (WD) | 30.64 | Divorced (domestic violence victim) candidate selected against the widow post. |
| General (UR) | Divorced (Domestic Violence) | 56.23 | — |
| SC | General / General WE | 34.34 | — |
| SC | Widow (WD) | 0.67 | Widow candidates not available; divorced candidates shortlisted in their place. |
| SC | Divorced (Domestic Violence) | 17.85 | — |
| ST | General / General WE | 29.29 | — |
| ST | Widow (WD) | NA | No candidates available in this sub-category. |
| ST | Divorced (Domestic Violence) | 5.05 | — |
| OBC | General / General WE | 38.38 | — |
| OBC | Widow (WD) | -5.39 | Widow candidates not available; divorced candidates shortlisted in their place. |
| OBC | Divorced (Domestic Violence) | 14.48 | — |
| MBC | General / General WE | 18.18 | — |
| MBC | Widow (WD) | 10.10 | Widow candidates not available; divorced candidates shortlisted in their place. |
| EWS | General / General WE | 37.37 | — |
| EWS | Widow (WD) | -3.70 | Widow candidates not available; divorced candidates shortlisted in their place. |
| Saharia | General | NA | No candidates available in this sub-category. |
How to Check the Rajasthan APO Cut Off 2026?
Rajasthan APO cut off for this phase will be released with the result. The cut-off marks are the minimum marks candidates need to score to qualify for the next stage of the selection process. The cut-off may vary for different categories such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS.
The final category-wise cut-off will be released by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission along with or after the Rajasthan APO result declaration. Follow the steps below to check cut off.
- Step 1: Visit the official RPSC website: rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Step 2: Go to the "Results" or "News & Events" / "Notifications" section on the homepage
- Step 3: Find and click on the link for "Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) - Cut Off Marks" for the relevant year
- Step 4: Open and download the official cut off PDF
- Step 5: Locate your category and sub-category row to read your applicable cut off
Keep the PDF saved, you will need it to cross-check your position against the merit list.
Factors that Decide the Rajasthan APO Cut Off
The Cut off isn't a figure that someone decides randomly. It's driven by specific aspects of the examination. Here are the factors that impact Rajasthan APO cut off:
- Number of Vacancies: One of the major factors affecting the cut-off. 371 posts in 2026 create a larger pool than the previous cycle, which indicates towards a lower Prelims cut-off.
- Number of Candidates Who Appeared: A bigger, more competitive field raises the bar, especially in the General-OBC-EWS cluster where relaxations are thin.
- Difficulty Level: If the prelims exam is tough, the cut-off may go lower. However, a scoring paper raises it to some extent. Therefore, comparing raw marks across years without context can mislead your analysis.
- Reservation and Category-wise Distribution: Category-wise and horizontal reservations significantly impact the cut off range for candidates from each category.
- Previous-Year Trends: RPSC's own history acts as an anchor. The cut off range doesn’t fluctuate a lot unless there’s a major drop or rise in the number vacancies.
What to Do After the Rajasthan APO Prelims?
The Rajasthan APO Cut Off 2026 is an important benchmark for candidates to assess their performance and eligibility for the next stage of the selection process. With 371 vacancies and a moderate to difficult Prelims examination, the cut-off may vary across categories. Candidates should check the official RPSC result and category-wise cut-off to confirm their qualifying status and begin preparing for the Mains examination without delay. The time in between the prelims and mains is precious start preparing for Rajasthan APO mains instead of simply waiting around.
Key points to remember:
- Check the official RPSC website for the category-wise APO Cut Off 2026.
- Candidates who clear the Prelims cut-off should start Mains preparation immediately.
- The number of vacancies, candidates appearing, exam difficulty, reservation, and previous-year trends can influence the cut-off.
- The Mains examination is crucial for final selection, so candidates should use the time after Prelims productively.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nancy Mahavir Sharma
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