International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) IFSCA Grade A has released the Grade A cut-off marks for the 2026 recruitment cycle. These marks show the minimum scores required at different stages of the selection process, including the Phase 2 (Mains) exam and the final combined score after the interview. The cut-off varies by stream and category based on factors such as exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and overall candidate performance.
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IFSCA Grade A Mains Cut Off 2026 (Phase 2 – Out of 100)
Category
General
IT
Legal
Unreserved
77.33
65.33
76.33
EWS
72.00
–
–
OBC
74.50
59.00
76.00
SC
71.34
–
66.33
ST
70.67
40.34
–
These marks represent the minimum scores required in Phase 2 to qualify for the interview stage.
IFSCA Grade A Final Cut Off 2026 (Out of 100)
(Phase 2 : Interview = 85 : 15)
Category
General
IT
Legal
Unreserved
77.20
71.32
75.95
EWS
72.34
–
–
OBC
74.33
68.15
75.33
SC
71.70
–
70.13
ST
70.26
71.12
–
The final cut-off is calculated using the combined score of Phase 2 and the interview.
IFSCA Previous Year Cut Off
Reviewing past cut-off trends helps candidates understand competition levels and set realistic preparation goals.
IFSCA Phase 2 Cut Off 2024
Category
General
Legal
Unreserved
69.66
75.67
EWS
62.33
75.67
OBC
68.00
–
SC
60.34
–
ST
57.66
–
IFSCA Final Cut Off 2024
Category
General
Legal
Unreserved
72.44
74.82
EWS
63.53
–
OBC
68.50
–
SC
56.96
–
ST
62.75
–
IFSCA Phase 1 Cut Off 2023
Paper
Maximum Marks
Cut Off
Percentage
Paper 1
100
30
30%
Paper 2
100
40
40%
Overall
200
80
40%
IFSCA Phase 2 Cut Off 2023
Category
Cut Off Marks
Unreserved
59.67
EWS
59.67
OBC
59.33
SC
54.67
ST
54.67
Factors Affecting IFSCA Grade A Cut Off
Factor
Impact on Cut Off
Number of Vacancies
Fewer posts generally increase the cut-off due to higher competition.
Exam Difficulty Level
Tough papers usually lead to lower cut-offs, while easier ones push scores higher.
Number of Applicants
More candidates increase competition, often raising the cut-off.
Previous Year Trends
Historical cut-offs act as reference points for setting new benchmarks.
Overall Candidate Performance
Higher average scores among candidates result in higher cut-offs.
