Candidates who appeared for the SSC CPO (Central police Organization) Tier-1 Exam 2025-26 are now eagerly awaiting information about the expected cut-off marks. The cut-off determines who qualifies for the next stage, so understanding trends and predictions is crucial.

What Is SSC CPO Tier-1 Cut Off?

The SSC CPO Tier-1 Cut Off is the minimum score required to qualify for Tier-2 examination. It varies based on:

· Number of candidates appearing

· Difficulty level of the exam

· Total number of vacancies available

· Category-wise reservation

Expected Cut Off for 2026 (Tentative)

While the official cut-off will be released by SSC later, experts and coaching institutes predict approximate scores based on previous years’ trends:

Category

Expected Cut-Off (Tier-1)

General

125 – 135

OBC

120 – 130

SC

105 – 115

ST

100 – 110

EWS

120 – 130

Note: These are tentative predictions and may vary when SSC releases the official cut-off.

How to Check Official Cut Off

1. Visit the official SSC website: ssc.nic.in

2. Navigate to “Results / Cut Off” section

3. Select CPO Tier-1 2025-26

4. Download the PDF with category-wise cut-off marks

Tips for Candidates

· Candidates who score above expected cut-off should start preparing for Tier-2 exam.

· review previous year cut-offs for reference and set target scores.

· Focus on time management and weak areas before Tier-2.

Bottom Line

The SSC CPO Tier-1 cut-off 2026 will determine the fate of thousands of aspirants. While exact figures are awaited from SSC, candidates can use expected cut-off trends to assess their chances and plan the next stage of preparation.

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