The CRPF Constable Tradesman 2026 Cut Off marks will be released after the CBT stage. The official cut-off is not yet available since the exam has not been conducted. This analysis covers expected cut-off ranges based on previous CRPF Constable Tradesman recruitment patterns and the factors that typically drive the cut-off in 2026. Official marks will be published here once declared. Last updated: 16.05.2026.
Expected CRPF Constable Tradesman 2026 CBT Cut Off
| Category | Expected Cut Off Range (out of 100) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 62 – 75 marks |
| OBC (NCL) | 55 – 68 marks |
| SC | 50 – 62 marks |
| ST | 45 – 58 marks |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per CRPF norms (usually lower) |
Previous Year CRPF Constable Tradesman Cut Off Reference
| Category | Previous Recruitment Cut Off (approx.) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General | 65 – 72 marks (out of 100) | CRPF Tradesman 2019 batch pattern |
| OBC | 58 – 65 marks | CRPF Tradesman 2019 batch pattern |
| SC | 50 – 58 marks | CRPF Tradesman 2019 batch pattern |
| ST | 45 – 54 marks | CRPF Tradesman 2019 batch pattern |
Cut-off also varies by trade. Popular trades like Driver-MT see higher competition and hence higher cut-offs. Trades with smaller vacancy numbers (such as Cobbler or Sweeper) may have lower cut-offs simply because fewer candidates apply.
Trade-wise Expected Cut Off Variation
| Trade Type | Competition Level | Expected Cut Off Adjustment |
|---|---|---|
| Driver-MT (3,176 posts) | High — largest vacancy, many applicants | General cut-off applies; expect 65+ for UR |
| Cook (1,426 posts) | Moderate-high | Slightly below Driver cut-off |
| Bugler (1,274 posts) | Moderate | CBT cut-off similar; Trade Test is the real filter |
| MMV (739 posts) | Moderate-high | Technical candidates may score higher in Maths section |
| Other trades (small vacancies) | Lower competition | Cut-off may be 5-10 marks lower than Driver |
Qualifying Marks vs Cut Off — Key Difference
CRPF does not publish a separate minimum qualifying mark for CBT. The cut-off is determined by the merit principle — only as many candidates as needed (based on vacancies for each trade and category) are shortlisted for the trade test. So even if you score 60 marks, whether that qualifies depends on how many others scored higher than you in your trade and category combination.
Factors Affecting CRPF Constable Tradesman 2026 Cut Off
| Factor | Expected Impact |
|---|---|
| 9,195 posts — large scale recruitment | More vacancies = more candidates shortlisted = cut-off may be moderate rather than very high |
| Number of applicants | CRPF Constable posts attract millions of applicants — high competition is expected |
| CBT paper difficulty (Class 10 level) | Easier paper pushes cut-off higher; tougher paper lowers it |
| Category-wise vacancies | Smaller ST vacancies in certain trades may paradoxically lower ST cut-off due to fewer eligible applicants |
| PET/PST attrition | Significant number of candidates fail PET — fewer candidates reach CBT, which can push cut-off up or down |
Safe Score to Target
- General / EWS candidates: Target 70+ out of 100 in CBT — gives strong buffer against unexpected competition spike
- OBC candidates: Target 63+ marks
- SC / ST candidates: Target 55+ marks
- All candidates: GK section is most variable — invest time in current affairs and static GK to score maximum here
- PET preparation: Physical fitness decides whether you even reach CBT — prioritise physical training alongside academics from day one
Official cut-off will be published here after result. Check: CRPF Result 2026 | CRPF Apply Online | CRPF Syllabus
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