ISS Cutoff Analysis – Previous Year Trends & 2026 Expected Cutoff

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The ISS cutoff is finalised based on the last recommended candidate's score in Papers III–VI (Statistics, 800 marks) + Viva-Voce (200 marks) = 1000 marks. Due to limited vacancies, ISS cutoffs are highly competitive.

ISS Previous Year Cutoff Trends (Out of 1000)

Year	General	OBC	SC	ST
2023	565–585	542–562	502–522	475–495
2022	555–575	532–552	492–512	465–485
2021	545–565	522–542	482–502	455–475
2020	538–558	515–535	475–495	448–468

Expected ISS Cutoff 2026 (Out of 1000)

Category	Expected Cutoff Range
General	572–597
OBC	548–573
SC	508–533
ST	481–506
PwD	460–490

Why ISS Cutoffs Are Challenging

Limited vacancies (typically 10–30 posts) versus a large pool of M.Sc. Statistics graduates
Descriptive Statistics papers are demanding and leave little room for error
Viva-Voce (200 marks) has a high standard for technical statistical knowledge

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.How is cutoff decided in ISS 2026?

Cutoff depends on factors like vacancies, difficulty level, and number of candidates. It can vary each year and across categories.

Q.Is there a separate cutoff for each category in ISS 2026?

Yes, category-wise cutoffs are generally published in official result notices. Some stages may also have paper-wise qualifying thresholds.

Q.Can normalization affect ISS 2026 cutoff outcomes?

When exams are held in multiple shifts, normalization methods may be used as per official rules, which can impact final qualifying marks.

Q.How should I set a safe score target for ISS 2026?

Use recent year cutoffs and aim above trend values with a safety margin. Regular full-length mocks help validate whether your target is realistic.

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