how many marks are required to clear ibps clerk prelims

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The marks required to clear IBPS Clerk Prelims depend on the state-wise and category-wise cut-offs, as the exam is conducted on a state/UT basis. There is no fixed cut-off applicable to all candidates; instead, IBPS releases cut-offs after considering factors such as the number of vacancies in each state, the difficulty level of the exam, and the total number of candidates appearing.

Typically, the overall cut-off for the General category ranges between 65 to 80 marks out of 100, varying by state. For states with a higher number of vacancies, the cut-off tends to be slightly lower, whereas states with fewer vacancies often have higher cut-offs due to intense competition. For reserved categories like SC, ST, OBC, and EWS, the cut-offs are generally 5 to 10 marks lower than the General category.

Apart from the overall cut-off, candidates must also clear the sectional cut-offs in each of the three sections—English Language, Reasoning Ability, and Numerical Ability. Sectional cut-offs are usually low, around 6 to 10 marks, but failing in even one section leads to disqualification.