UPSSSC AGTA Cutoff Analysis — Previous Year Trends & Safe Score
UPSSSC Agriculture Technical Assistant cutoff analysis — previous year category-wise cutoffs, factors affecting cutoff, safe score targets, and strategy to cross the cutoff in 2026.
Why Cutoff Analysis Matters
Understanding previous cutoffs helps you set realistic targets and plan your preparation accordingly. The AGTA cutoff depends on four key factors:
- Difficulty level of the paper — Harder paper = lower cutoff
- Number of vacancies — More seats = lower cutoff
- Number of candidates — More competition = higher cutoff
- Category reservation — Different cutoffs for General, OBC, SC, ST
UPSSSC AGTA Previous Year Cutoffs
Written Exam Cutoff (Previous Recruitment)
| Category | Written Exam Cutoff | Final Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| General | 147 | 151 |
| OBC | 134 | 138 |
| SC | 103 | 107 |
| ST | 35 | 45 |
| Freedom Fighters | 69 | 73 |
| Female | 80 | 84 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 68 | 72 |
Note: These cutoffs are from the previous AGTA recruitment cycle where the exam was out of 300 marks (different pattern). The 2026 exam is out of 100 marks.
Normalized Cutoff Estimate for 2026 (Out of 100)
Based on previous trends and adjusted for the new 100-mark pattern:
| Category | Estimated Cutoff Range | Safe Score Target |
|---|---|---|
| General | 65-72 | 75+ |
| OBC | 55-63 | 65+ |
| SC | 40-50 | 52+ |
| ST | 20-30 | 35+ |
| Female (General) | 50-58 | 60+ |
| Ex-Servicemen | 35-45 | 48+ |
Disclaimer: These are estimates based on previous year trends. Actual 2026 cutoffs will depend on the paper's difficulty and number of candidates.
Key Data Points
Vacancy vs Competition
| Year | Vacancies | Approx. Applicants | Competition Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2059 | ~1,50,000 | ~73:1 |
| 2024 | 3446 | ~2,00,000 | ~58:1 |
| 2026 | 2759 | Expected ~2,50,000+ | ~90:1 (estimated) |
What the Numbers Tell Us
- General category is the most competitive — you need ~70%+ score
- OBC requires ~60%+ — still competitive but achievable
- SC/ST cutoffs are significantly lower but rising each year
- 2759 vacancies is a healthy number — but applications are also increasing
- The 2025 exam had 22,256 candidates qualify for document verification from the written exam
Cutoff Trends — What's Changing?
Increasing Competition
- More agriculture graduates entering the job market each year
- Coaching institute penetration has increased awareness
- UPSSSC's online application process makes it easier to apply
- PET qualification filters out casual applicants (good for serious candidates)
Impact of New Pattern
- The 2026 exam is likely to follow a similar pattern to 2024/2025
- PET score is used only for shortlisting, NOT added to main exam marks
- Final merit is based purely on the written exam score
Score Target by Part
To score 75+ (General safe score):
| Part | Target Score | Out of | Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 (Agriculture) | 60-65 | 80 | Need ~75-80% accuracy |
| Part 2 (Computer) | 8-9 | 10 | Need ~85-90% accuracy |
| Part 3 (UP GK) | 7-8 | 10 | Need ~75-80% accuracy |
| Total | 75-82 | 100 | After accounting for negative marking |
The Math Behind Your Target
To score 75 after negative marking:
- If you attempt 90 questions: need ~82 correct, ~8 wrong → 82 - 2 = 80 marks
- If you attempt 85 questions: need ~80 correct, ~5 wrong → 80 - 1.25 = 78.75 marks
- If you attempt 95 questions: need ~83 correct, ~12 wrong → 83 - 3 = 80 marks
Optimal strategy: Attempt 85-90 questions with high confidence. Skip genuinely unknown ones.
Category-wise Strategy
General/OBC Candidates
- Every mark counts — competition is tight
- Don't leave easy Computer/UP GK marks on the table
- Target: Master Crop Science (25 marks) + score 8/10 in Computer + 7/10 in UP GK
- Even 1-2 marks can change your rank by hundreds of positions
SC/ST Candidates
- Cutoffs are lower but rising — don't be complacent
- Focus on Crop Science + easy scoring sections first
- Target: Complete syllabus coverage with moderate depth
- Computer + UP GK are your guaranteed easy marks
Female Candidates
- Separate (lower) cutoff exists — significant advantage
- Same preparation strategy but with a more comfortable target
- Focus on accuracy over speed — avoid negative marking
Factors That Could Affect 2026 Cutoff
| Factor | Expected Impact |
|---|---|
| 2759 vacancies | Moderate competition (balanced) |
| PET 2025 filter | Only qualified candidates apply (less noise) |
| Paper difficulty | If moderate, cutoff stays around estimates |
| Subject overlap | Many topics common with IBPS AFO, NABARD — cross-prepared candidates |
| Coaching awareness | More candidates are well-prepared than before |
Key Takeaways
- General category needs ~70-75% score; OBC needs ~60-65%
- Computer & IT + UP GK together give 20 "easy marks" — score 15-17 here
- Attempt 85-90 questions with confidence; skip pure guesses (negative marking!)
- Crop Science alone is worth 25 marks — mastering it is non-negotiable
- Final merit is ONLY from written exam — no interview, no PET addition