Where can I check the official HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off Marks?

The official cut-off marks will be released on the HPSC official website at hpsc.gov.in.

Do all subjects have the same cut-off marks in the HPSC Assistant Professor Exam?

No, cut-off marks differ for each subject based on the competition and difficulty level.

Is there any negative marking in the HPSC Assistant Professor Exam?

Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer and 0.25 marks if the left unattempted.

How is the final merit list prepared for the HPSC Assistant Professor Exam?

The merit list is prepared by combining marks from the Subject Knowledge Test (87.5%) and Interview (12.5%).

Can I qualify for the Subject Knowledge Test without clearing the Screening Test in HPSC Assistant Professor Exam?

No, candidates must meet the minimum cut-off in the Screening Test to proceed to the next stage.

HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off Marks, Category wise

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The Haryana Public Service Commission will soon be conducting the HPSC Assistant Professor exam 2025 at the beginning of April 2025 month. As the state-level exam concludes, candidates appearing will soon be expecting the release of HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off marks, which will decide their fate. These cut off marks are important as they determine the minimum score required for candidates categorically to qualify for the next stages of the selection process. However, candidates need to be aware of what can be the least expected marks they need to qualify, which will be discussed in this article.

HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off Marks 2025: Outline

The HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off Marks are influenced by several factors such as exam difficulty, number of applicants, and available vacancies. Candidates who achieve the cut-off score specified for their category will qualify for further interview stage. Below is a detailed Outline of the HPSC Assistant Professor cut off:

HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off: Outline
Aspect	Details
Organization	Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
Post Name	HPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025
Total Vacancies	2,424
Subjects Covered	26 Subjects
Exam Date	From 4th April 2025
Exam Mode	Offline (Written)
Selection Process	Screening Test → Subject Knowledge Test → Interview
Official Website	hpsc.gov.in

HPSC Assistant Professor Exam Pattern 2025

Before determining the expected cut off candidates must see the exam pattern followed by the HPSC. This HPSC Assistant Professor Exam Pattern is designed to assess candidates’ knowledge and skills through multiple stages: Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test, and Interview/Viva-Voce. Each stage holds specific importance in the selection process as the final merit list is prepared by combining Subject Knowledge Test (87.5%) and Interview (12.5%) scores. Here is how the exam pattern follows:

HPSC Assistant Professor Exam Pattern 2025
Exam Stage	Total Marks	Number of Questions	Duration	Marking Scheme	Negative Marking	Important Details
Screening Test (if applicable)	100 Marks	100 MCQs	2 Hours	1 Mark for each correct answer	0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer 0.25 mark deducted if none of the 5 options darken.	Candidates must darken ‘E’ for unattempted questions, failure to do so in more than 10% of questions leads to disqualification.
Subject Knowledge Test	150 Marks	150 MCQs	3 Hours	1 Mark for each correct answer	0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer 0.25 mark deducted if none of the 5 options darken.	Candidates must darken ‘E’ for unattempted questions, failure to do so in more than 10% of questions leads to disqualification.

HPSC Assistant Professor Qualifying Marks 2025

To qualify for the HPSC Assistant Professor recruitment process, candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying marks set by the Haryana Public Service Commission. The qualifying marks vary for different stages of the examination. Candidates need to score at least 25% marks in the Screening Test and 35% marks in the Subject Knowledge Test to proceed further. Meeting these criteria is essential for candidates to be considered for the final merit list. The detailed qualifying marks are provided below:

HPSC Assistant Professor Qualifying Marks 2025
Exam Stage	Minimum Qualifying Marks
Screening Test	25%
Subject Knowledge Test	35%

HPSC Assistant Professor Expected Cut Off 2025

The HPSC Assistant Professor Expected Cut Off 2025 may vary significantly based on the subject and category. Certain subjects with higher competition or technical complexity may have distinct cut-off trends. Below is the expected cut-off range for key subjects under different categories:

HPSC Assistant Professor Expected Cut Off 2025
Subject	General (UR)	OBC	SC/ST	EWS	PwD
Botany	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Commerce	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
Computer Science	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Economics	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
English	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Geography	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
History	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Mathematics	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Physics	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
Political Science	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Psychology	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Sanskrit	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Zoology	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Commerce	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
Economics	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
Fine Arts	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Mass Communication	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Geography	100 – 110	90 – 100	75 – 85	95 – 105	60 – 70
History	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Music (Instrumental)	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Music (Oral/Vocal)	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Physical Education	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Political Science	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Psychology	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Philosophy	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Tourism	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
English	105 – 115	95 – 105	80 – 90	100 – 110	65 – 75
Hindi	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Sanskrit	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70
Punjabi	95 – 105	85 – 95	70 – 80	90 – 100	60 – 70

Factors Affecting HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off

Several factors influence the determination of the HPSC Assistant Professor Cut Off Marks each year. Understanding these factors can help candidates assess the expected cut-off trends and plan their preparation accordingly. Key factors include:

Number of Vacancies: A higher number of available positions may result in a lower cut-off, whereas fewer vacancies generally raise the cut-off marks.
Exam Difficulty Level: Tougher question papers often lead to a lower cut-off, while easier exams may have higher cut-off scores.
Number of Candidates Appearing: A larger number of applicants may increase competition, potentially raising the cut-off marks.
Category-wise Reservation: The cut-off marks differ for different categories, such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD, as per government norms.
Candidate Performance: If most candidates score high, the cut-off tends to increase; conversely, lower average scores can reduce the cut-off.
Previous Year Trends: Historical cut-off trends often influence the expected cut-off predictions

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