Every year, thousands of candidates appear for SSC CPO with the dream of becoming a Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police or CAPFs. Many students prepare for months, but only a limited number qualify for the next stage. The main reason behind this is the SSC CPO cut off.
No matter how well you attempt the exam, your selection depends on whether your score is above the SSC CPO Tier 1 cut off. Even 1–2 marks less can stop you from moving to PET/PST and Paper 2.
That’s why understanding the expected cut off and previous year trends is very important. When you know the target score, you prepare smarter and avoid guesswork.
In this article, we will explain the SSC CPO Cut Off 2025 (expected) and the previous year official cut off marks (2024–2020) in a simple and easy way.
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off 2025 (Expected)
The SSC CPO 2025 Tier 1 exam cut off has not been released yet. The official cut off will be announced by SSC along with the result.
However, based on previous year trends and competition level, we can estimate the expected SSC CPO cut off 2025.
Candidates should always aim 10–15 marks above the expected cut-off to stay safe.
Expected Cut Off Ranges (Male Candidates)
| Category | Expected Cut Off (Male) |
| UR (General) | 145 – 155 |
| OBC | 135 – 145 |
| EWS | 130 – 140 |
| SC | 110 – 120 |
| ST | 100 – 110 |
Expected Cut Off Ranges (Female Candidates)
| Category | Expected Cut Off (Female) |
| UR (General) | 150 – 160 |
| OBC | 140 – 150 |
| EWS | 135 – 145 |
| SC | 120 – 130 |
| ST | 110 – 120 |
Key Points Behind These Estimates
- These expected ranges are compiled using trend analysis of previous years’ SSC CPO cut offs and exam difficulty patterns.
- General (UR) and OBC expected cut offs are projected higher because past years often show strong competition in these categories.
- EWS, SC, and ST expected ranges are based on where these categories’ cut offs have frequently landed in recent cycles.
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM) is usually qualifying in nature, so the expected cut off remains much lower.
Note: These are expected cut-off ranges — the official SSC CPO Tier 1 cut off marks for 2025 will only be known once SSC publishes the result. Until then, these projected ranges provide a realistic target score for preparation and performance planning.
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off 2024
SSC released the official SSC CPO Tier 1 cut off 2024 along with the result. These marks decided which candidates qualified for PET/PST.
Male Candidates
| Category | Cut Off | Candidates Available |
| UR | 119.80335 | 8448 |
| OBC | 113.50911 | 28545 |
| EWS | 111.43520 | 11668 |
| SC | 89.85810 | 16256 |
| ST | 82.65680 | 8176 |
| ESM | 40.07024 | 3185 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Cut Off | Candidates Available |
| UR | 135.27003 | 1330 |
| OBC | 128.64348 | 2748 |
| EWS | 127.40295 | 1087 |
| SC | 106.75022 | 1428 |
| ST | 98.10614 | 700 |
| ESM | 42.69427 | 42 |
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off 2023
The 2023 exam had high competition, so the SSC CPO cut off increased.
Male Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 138.99649 |
| OBC | 131.90742 |
| EWS | 133.92148 |
| SC | 110.85759 |
| ST | 109.53493 |
| ESM | 40.00 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 143.83082 |
| OBC | 137.19433 |
| EWS | 138.99649 |
| SC | 115.22565 |
| ST | 109.98635 |
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off 2022
Male Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 115.04 |
| OBC | 102.96 |
| EWS | 103.97 |
| SC | 79.31 |
| ST | 78.13 |
| ESM | 40.00 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 126.29 |
| OBC | 118.22 |
| EWS | 120.67 |
| SC | 95.73 |
| ST | 88.60 |
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off 2021
Male Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 114.67434 |
| OBC | 107.93953 |
| EWS | 76.40961 |
| SC | 84.31609 |
| ST | 83.54368 |
| ESM | 40.00 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 118.38628 |
| OBC | 113.06972 |
| EWS | 87.91240 |
| SC | 90.37392 |
| ST | 85.50919 |
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off 2020
Male Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 114.67434 |
| OBC | 107.93953 |
| EWS | 76.40961 |
| SC | 84.31609 |
| ST | 83.54368 |
| ESM | 40.00 |
Female Candidates
| Category | Cut Off |
| UR | 118.38628 |
| OBC | 113.06972 |
| EWS | 87.91240 |
| SC | 90.37392 |
| ST | 85.50919 |
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off (2025–2020) – Male Candidates
| Year | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | ESM |
| 2025 (Expected) | 145–155 | 135–145 | 130–140 | 110–120 | 100–110 | 40–45 |
| 2024 (Official) | 119.80 | 113.50 | 111.43 | 89.85 | 82.65 | 40.07 |
| 2023 (Official) | 138.99 | 131.90 | 133.92 | 110.85 | 109.53 | 40.00 |
| 2022 (Official) | 115.04 | 102.96 | 103.97 | 79.31 | 78.13 | 40.00 |
| 2021 (Official) | 114.67 | 107.93 | 76.40 | 84.31 | 83.54 | 40.00 |
| 2020 (Official) | 114.67 | 107.93 | 76.40 | 84.31 | 83.54 | 40.00 |
SSC CPO Tier 1 Cut Off (2025–2020) – Female Candidates
| Year | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | ESM |
| 2025 (Expected) | 150–160 | 140–150 | 135–145 | 120–130 | 110–120 | — |
| 2024 (Official) | 135.27 | 128.64 | 127.40 | 106.75 | 98.10 | 42.69 |
| 2023 (Official) | 143.83 | 137.19 | 138.99 | 115.22 | 109.98 | — |
| 2022 (Official) | 126.29 | 118.22 | 120.67 | 95.73 | 88.60 | — |
| 2021 (Official) | 118.38 | 113.06 | 87.91 | 90.37 | 85.50 | — |
| 2020 (Official) | 118.38 | 113.06 | 87.91 | 90.37 | 85.50 | — |
How Students Should Read This Chart
Quick understanding:
• Highest competition → 2023
• Moderate → 2024
• Lower → 2021–2020
• Female cut offs → usually 5–15 marks higher
• ESM → around 40 (qualifying nature)
Safe Target for SSC CPO 2025
Instead of aiming near cut off:
• Male UR/OBC → aim 160+
• Female UR/OBC → aim 165+
• SC/ST → aim 15–20 marks above trend
Safe score = Cut off + buffer.
Conclusion
The SSC CPO cut off plays a decisive role in the entire selection process. No matter how well a candidate attempts the exam, qualification for the next stage depends strictly on scoring equal to or above the SSC CPO Tier 1 cut off released by the Staff Selection Commission. Even a small difference of a few marks can prevent a candidate from moving ahead to PET/PST and further stages.
By analysing the previous years’ official data, it is clear that the SSC CPO cut-off fluctuates every year based on factors such as the number of vacancies, exam difficulty level, and overall competition. In some years, the cut off remains moderate, while in easier papers it increases significantly. Therefore, candidates should not prepare with the mindset of just clearing the minimum marks.
A better approach is to set a safe target score that is at least 10 to 15 marks higher than the expected cut-off. This strategy helps reduce risk, improve confidence, and increase the chances of selection. Regular mock tests, strong accuracy, and proper time management are essential to achieve this target.
In short, understanding the SSC CPO Tier 1 cut-off trends allows you to plan your preparation in a structured and realistic way. Use the expected cut-off for 2025 as guidance and rely on the official previous year cut-off marks for analysis. With consistent effort and smart preparation, clearing the SSC CPO exam becomes much more achievable.