📊 IBPS AFO Cut Off 2026-26: Final Cutoff, Safe Scores & Trends
IBPS AFO cut off 2026-26: official final UR cutoff 62.27/100 for CRP SPL-XIV, with category-wise final cutoffs, vacancies, safe score targets, and year-wise trend.
Understanding cutoff trends is essential for setting realistic targets and planning your preparation. This lesson covers year-wise cutoff data for IBPS AFO from 2017 to 2025, including Prelims sectional cutoffs, Mains cutoffs, and final merit scores. Official score cards and results are published at ibps.in after each exam cycle.
Pair this data with the IBPS AFO exam pattern and the preparation strategy to build a score-targeted study plan.
Quick Answer — IBPS AFO Cut Off 2025-26
The official IBPS CRP SPL-XIV provisional allotment notice lists the Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) final cutoff out of 100 as:
| Category | Final Cutoff 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| UR | 62.27 |
| OBC (NCL) | 58.67 |
| EWS | 57.40 |
| SC | 47.60 |
| ST | 45.67 |
| HI | 41.40 |
| OC | 45.87 |
| VI | 40.67 |
| ID | 43.33 |
Source note: Use the official IBPS Specialist Officers XIV allotment notice as the authority for the final category-wise cutoff figures above. Bank-wise and post-wise vacancy tallies can change between notification, updated notices, and allotment stages, so always cross-check the final IBPS notice when quoting exact vacancy numbers.
Safe target: For the current pattern, aim well above the final cutoff by targeting 40+ in Mains Professional Knowledge and 65+ in interview. Final merit is calculated from Mains and Interview in an 80:20 ratio.
How Cutoffs Work in IBPS AFO
The IBPS AFO exam has three levels of cutoffs:
| Level | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Prelims Sectional Cutoff | Minimum marks required in EACH section (English, Reasoning, Quant) to qualify |
| Prelims Overall Cutoff | Minimum total marks across all sections to be shortlisted for Mains |
| Mains Cutoff | Minimum marks in Professional Knowledge paper to qualify for Interview |
| Final Cutoff | Minimum combined score (Mains 80% + Interview 20%) for selection |
Key Rule: You must clear ALL cutoffs — failing even one sectional cutoff in Prelims means elimination, regardless of your total score.
Prelims Cutoff Trends (General Category)
Sectional Cutoffs
| Year | English (out of 25) | Reasoning (out of 50) | Quant (out of 50) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 7.25 | 10.50 | 9.75 |
| 2023-24 | 8.00 | 11.25 | 10.50 |
| 2022-23 | 6.75 | 9.50 | 8.75 |
| 2021-22 | 7.00 | 10.00 | 9.25 |
| 2020-21 | 8.50 | 11.00 | 10.25 |
| 2019-20 | 7.75 | 10.75 | 9.50 |
| 2018-19 | 6.50 | 9.00 | 8.50 |
| 2017-18 | 7.00 | 9.75 | 9.00 |
Overall Cutoffs (Prelims)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 51.25 | 46.50 | 38.75 | 32.50 | 48.00 |
| 2023-24 | 53.50 | 48.25 | 40.00 | 34.25 | 50.75 |
| 2022-23 | 47.75 | 43.00 | 35.50 | 29.75 | 45.00 |
| 2021-22 | 49.50 | 44.75 | 37.00 | 31.00 | 47.25 |
| 2020-21 | 54.00 | 49.00 | 41.25 | 35.00 | 51.50 |
| 2019-20 | 50.75 | 46.00 | 38.00 | 32.00 | 48.50 |
| 2018-19 | 45.50 | 40.75 | 34.00 | 28.50 | — |
| 2017-18 | 47.25 | 42.50 | 35.25 | 29.50 | — |
Note: EWS category was introduced from 2019-20 onwards.
Key Observations — Prelims
- English sectional cutoff is consistently low (6.5–8.5 out of 25) because each question is only 0.5 marks
- Reasoning and Quant cutoffs range from 9–11.5 marks — roughly 20% of total marks
- Overall cutoff fluctuates between 45–54 for General category — depends on difficulty level
- The gap between General and SC/ST cutoffs is typically 15–20 marks
- 2022-23 had the lowest cutoffs — the paper was relatively difficult that year
Mains Cutoff Trends
The Mains exam is the most critical stage as it carries 80% weightage in the final merit.
Mains Cutoffs (Category-wise)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 30.25 | 27.50 | 22.00 | 18.50 | 28.75 |
| 2023-24 | 32.00 | 29.00 | 23.50 | 19.75 | 30.50 |
| 2022-23 | 28.50 | 25.75 | 20.75 | 17.25 | 27.00 |
| 2021-22 | 29.75 | 27.00 | 21.50 | 18.00 | 28.25 |
| 2020-21 | 33.50 | 30.50 | 24.50 | 20.50 | 31.75 |
| 2019-20 | 31.25 | 28.25 | 22.75 | 19.00 | 29.50 |
| 2018-19 | 27.00 | 24.50 | 19.50 | 16.25 | — |
| 2017-18 | 28.75 | 26.00 | 20.50 | 17.00 | — |
Key Observations — Mains
- General cutoff ranges from 27–34 out of 60 — scoring 40+ puts you in a very strong position
- SC/ST cutoffs are 10–13 marks lower than General — but competition within category is still intense
- 2020-21 had the highest cutoff (33.5) — more vacancies attracted more prepared candidates
- Mains is where the actual competition happens — 1–2 extra marks can improve your rank by 50–100 positions
- Scoring 50% (30/60) in Mains is generally safe for General category interview call
Final Merit Score Analysis
The final merit is calculated as:
Final Score = (Mains Score × 80/60) + (Interview Score × 20/100)
Official Final Cutoff — CRP SPL-XIV (Vacancies 2025-26)
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 47.60 | 45.67 | 58.67 | 57.40 | 62.27 | 41.40 | 45.87 | 40.67 | 43.33 |
For the next cycle, use the official IBPS website score card and allotment notices for the final confirmed cutoff and the latest bank-wise vacancy position.
Final Cutoffs (Category-wise)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 52.50 | 48.00 | 40.50 | 34.00 | 50.00 |
| 2023-24 | 54.75 | 50.25 | 42.00 | 35.50 | 52.25 |
| 2022-23 | 49.00 | 44.50 | 37.25 | 31.00 | 46.75 |
| 2021-22 | 50.75 | 46.25 | 38.50 | 32.25 | 48.50 |
| 2020-21 | 56.25 | 51.50 | 43.25 | 36.50 | 54.00 |
| 2019-20 | 53.00 | 48.50 | 40.75 | 34.25 | 50.75 |
Safe Score Targets — What You Should Aim For
Based on the cutoff trends above, here are the safe score targets for comfortable selection:
Prelims Targets
| Section | Target Score | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| English (25) | 14–16 | Accuracy > Attempts. Aim 35–38 correct out of 50 |
| Reasoning (50) | 25–30 | Solve 2–3 puzzle sets + all short questions |
| Quant (50) | 22–28 | Simplification + DI sets + selective arithmetic |
| Overall | 65–75 / 125 | Well above cutoff — gives you a safety margin |
Mains Targets
| Category | Cutoff (approx.) | Safe Score | Target for Top Ranks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 30–34 | 40+ | 45+ |
| OBC | 27–31 | 36+ | 42+ |
| SC | 22–25 | 30+ | 36+ |
| ST | 17–21 | 25+ | 30+ |
| EWS | 28–32 | 38+ | 44+ |
Interview Targets
| Aspect | Target |
|---|---|
| Minimum qualifying | 40/100 (General), 35/100 (Reserved) |
| Average score | 55–65/100 |
| Good score | 70–80/100 |
| Excellent score | 80+/100 |
Final Score Calculation Examples
Scenario 1: Comfortable Selection (General)
- Mains: 42/60 → Weighted = 42 × 80/60 = 56.0
- Interview: 70/100 → Weighted = 70 × 20/100 = 14.0
- Final = 70.0 (well above cutoff)
Scenario 2: Borderline (General)
- Mains: 34/60 → Weighted = 34 × 80/60 = 45.3
- Interview: 60/100 → Weighted = 60 × 20/100 = 12.0
- Final = 57.3 (may or may not clear — depends on year)
Scenario 3: Strong Selection (SC)
- Mains: 35/60 → Weighted = 35 × 80/60 = 46.7
- Interview: 65/100 → Weighted = 65 × 20/100 = 13.0
- Final = 59.7 (comfortable for SC category)
Vacancy Trends
Vacancies significantly impact cutoffs — more vacancies generally lead to lower cutoffs.
| Year | Total Vacancies | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | ~480 | ~180 | ~130 | ~75 | ~50 | ~45 |
| 2023-24 | ~420 | ~160 | ~115 | ~65 | ~45 | ~35 |
| 2022-23 | ~550 | ~210 | ~145 | ~85 | ~60 | ~50 |
| 2021-22 | ~390 | ~150 | ~105 | ~60 | ~40 | ~35 |
| 2020-21 | ~600 | ~230 | ~160 | ~90 | ~65 | ~55 |
| 2019-20 | ~460 | ~175 | ~125 | ~70 | ~50 | ~40 |
Impact of Vacancies on Cutoffs
- When vacancies increase by 100+, cutoffs typically drop by 2–4 marks
- When vacancies decrease by 100+, cutoffs typically rise by 2–4 marks
- The number of applicants also matters — application count has been rising every year
State-wise Cutoff Variation
IBPS does not release state-wise cutoffs, but based on patterns:
| Region | Competition Level | Why |
|---|---|---|
| UP, Bihar, Rajasthan | Very High | Large number of agriculture graduates |
| MP, Maharashtra, Karnataka | High | Good number of agriculture universities |
| NE States, J&K | Moderate | Fewer applicants, language requirement helps locals |
| South India (TN, Kerala, AP, TS) | Moderate-High | Regional language proficiency requirement |
| Punjab, Haryana | Moderate | Fewer agriculture colleges compared to UP/Bihar |
Key Takeaways
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Prelims cutoff is NOT high — 50–55/125 (40%) is enough for General category. Focus on clearing sectional cutoffs.
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Mains is the real battleground — every mark matters. Scoring 40+ in Mains (66%) puts you in the top bracket.
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Interview can make or break — the 20% weightage means a difference of 20 marks in interview (say 50 vs 70) translates to 4 marks in final merit. That's significant when final cutoffs are clustered.
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Year-to-year variation is 3–5 marks — don't rely on a single year's cutoff. Aim for the higher end of the safe score range.
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Category-wise strategy: SC/ST candidates should target 30+ in Mains for comfortable selection. General/OBC candidates should target 40+.
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Bank preference matters after merit is prepared — final allotment depends on merit rank, category, vacancies and submitted preferences. IBPS does not publish a separate "popular bank cutoff" table for AFO, so treat bank-level predictions as coaching estimates, not official data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IBPS AFO final cutoff for General category in 2025-26?
The official IBPS CRP SPL-XIV final cutoff for Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) UR category was 62.27 out of 100 for vacancies of 2025-26.
What is the IBPS AFO OBC cutoff for 2025-26?
The official final cutoff for IBPS AFO OBC (NCL) in CRP SPL-XIV was 58.67 out of 100. EWS was 57.40, SC was 47.60, and ST was 45.67.
What is the IBPS AFO Prelims cutoff?
IBPS AFO prelims cutoff includes both sectional and overall qualifying marks. Candidates should use the official IBPS result and score-display links for the exact year-specific prelims cutoffs because IBPS can vary them by cycle.
What is the safe score for IBPS AFO Mains?
A practical working target for IBPS AFO mains is 40+ out of 60 for General-category candidates, with a lower target often sufficient for reserved categories. Treat that as a preparation buffer rather than an official cutoff.
Is IBPS AFO cutoff increasing every year?
IBPS AFO cutoff has fluctuated between 27-34 for General category Mains from 2017 to 2025. It is not strictly increasing — cutoff depends on paper difficulty, number of candidates, and vacancies each year.