The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) will soon announce the official BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025 for the Preliminary Examination. The exam was conducted on 10 September 2025, and candidates are eagerly waiting to know the cut-off to check their eligibility for the next stage – the Main Written Examination.
Although the official cut-off is yet to be released, candidates can estimate the competition level through the expected cut-off range. These ranges are prepared after analyzing previous years’ cut-offs, the exam’s difficulty level, and the overall performance of candidates in 2025.
BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025
The official cut-off will only be confirmed once released by the Commission. However, aspirants can still get a fair idea of the expected range by considering a few key factors. Among the most reliable indicators are the previous years’ cut-off marks, which reflect both the competition level and scoring trends.
BPSC ASO 2025: Recruitment Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Notification Date | May 21, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | May 29, 2025 |
| Application End Date | June 23, 2025 |
| Cut Off Release Date | After the written exam |
| Cut Off Mode | Online (on official website) |
| Stages for Cut Off | Prelims and Mains |
| Official Website | bpsc.bih.nic.in |
BPSC Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Expected Cut Off 2025
BPSC ASO Prelims Exam Cut off (Out of 150) Based on previous years’ data and the difficulty level of this year’s exam, here are the expected cut-off ranges for BPSC ASO Prelims 2025:
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
| Unreserved (UR) | 130+ |
| EWS | 120 – 125 |
| SC | 110 – 115 |
| ST | 105 – 110 |
| EBC | 120 – 125 |
| BC | 125 – 130 |
BPSC Assistant (ASO) Prelims Cut Off – 2023
| Category | Cut Off (Out of 150) |
| General (UR) | 124 |
| General (Female) | 120 |
| EWS | 125 |
| EWS (Female) | 117 |
| SC | 116 |
| SC (Female) | 105 |
| ST | 100 |
| EBC | 118 |
| EBC (Female) | 111 |
| BC | ~121+ |
| Disabled (DD) | Below 100 (only exception) |
Note: All categories had cut-offs above 100, except for the Disabled (DD) category.
BPSC ASO Minimum Qualifying Marks 2025
Apart from the cut-off, candidates must also secure the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by BPSC:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying % |
| Unreserved (UR) | 40% |
| OBC / EBC / EWS | 36.5% |
| SC / ST | 34% |
| Women / PwD | 32% |
ASO Prelims Selection Ratio (2023)
- Total Vacancies: 44
- Selection Ratio (10x): ~600 candidates shortlisted for Mains
- Vacancies in 2025: 41, estimated number of candidates for Mains: ~500
BPSC ASO Mains Cut Off 2023
| Category | Mains Cut Off (Out of 150) |
| General (UR) | 119 |
| General (Female) | 113 |
| EWS | 119 |
| EWS (Female) | 111 |
| SC | 114 |
| SC (Female) | 104 |
| EBC | 118 |
| EBC (Female) | 111 |
- All Mains cut-offs were also above 100
- The difference between Prelims and Mains cut-offs was just 4–6 marks
Expected BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025 (Prelims)
Based on trends and increasing competition, the expected cut-off for BPSC ASO 2025 (out of 150) is:
| Category | Expected Cut Off |
| General (UR) | 130+ |
| EWS | 120 – 125 |
| SC | 110 – 115 |
| ST | 105 – 110 |
| EBC | 120 – 125 |
| BC | 125 – 130 |
| Female | 110 – 120 |
How to Check BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025 ?
- Follow these steps to view and download the cut-off:
- Visit the official BPSC website: bpsc.bih.nic.in
- Click on the link labeled “BPSC ASO Result/Cut Off 2025”
- A PDF will open with category-wise cut-off details
- Find your category and compare it with your score
- Download and save the PDF for future reference
Factors Influencing BPSC ASO Cut Off
- Number of Applicants – More candidates = tougher competition
- Number of Vacancies – Fewer seats = higher cut-off
- Exam Difficulty Level – Tougher exam = lower cut-off
- Overall Candidate Performance – If most candidates perform well, the cut-off rises
- Previous Year Trends – Used as a benchmark for current-year cut-offs
How to Prepare for BPSC ASO 2025?
- General category candidates should aim for 130+ marks
- Female candidates should target 120–125 marks
- SC/ST candidates should now focus on 120+ marks
- All candidates must strive for 85% or higher accuracy in exams
BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025 – FAQs
Q1. What is the BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025?
ANS: The minimum score required to qualify for the next stage of the Assistant Section Officer selection process.
Q2. When will the BPSC ASO Cut Off 2025 be released?
Ans: It will be released after the written exam results on the official website.
Q3. Is the cut off different for each category?
Ans: Yes, cut offs are released category-wise (UR, EWS, SC, ST, BC, etc.).
Q4. Is there a separate cut off for prelims and mains?
Ans: Yes, BPSC releases separate cut offs for the Prelims and Mains exams.
Q5. Where can I check the official cut off?
Ans: Visit bpsc.bih.nic.in to check and download the official cut off PDF.
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