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AP DSC Recruitment 2025 β Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | AP DSC Teacher Recruitment Test (TRT) |
| Conducting Body | Commissioner of School Education, Andhra Pradesh |
| Posts | School Assistants, SGTs, Language Pandits, PETs, etc. |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Document Verification |
| Official Website | apdsc.apcfss.in |
What are AP DSC Cut Off Marks?
Cut off marks are the minimum marks a candidate must score to qualify for the next stage of the selection process.
The AP DSC 2025 cut off will vary based on:
Candidateβs category (General, OBC, SC, ST, PH, etc.)
Number of vacancies
Difficulty level of exam
Performance of candidates
There are two types of marks to consider:
Minimum Qualifying Marks (fixed by government rules)
Final Cut Off Marks (decided after exam, based on merit & vacancies)
AP DSC 2025 Expected Cut Off (Category-Wise)
Based on previous yearsβ trends and difficulty level, hereβs the expected AP DSC cut off 2025 (out of 150 marks):
| Category | Expected Cut Off (2025) |
|---|---|
| General (OC) | 100 β 110 |
| OBC | 90 β 100 |
| SC | 80 β 90 |
| ST | 70 β 85 |
| PH (Physically Handicapped) | 60 β 75 |
β οΈ Note: This is the expected cut off. Actual cut off will be released after the exam result declaration.
AP DSC Minimum Qualifying Marks 2025 (As per Official Rules)
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has fixed minimum passing marks for each category:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (OC) | 60% marks |
| BC (Backward Classes) | 50% marks |
| SC / ST | 40% marks |
| PH (Differently Abled) | 40% marks |
π Example: If the paper is of 150 marks,
OC candidates must score at least 90 marks.
BC candidates need 75 marks.
SC/ST/PH candidates need 60 marks.
Factors Affecting AP DSC Cut Off Marks 2025
Several factors determine the final cut off marks:
Number of Vacancies β Higher vacancies may lower cut off.
Difficulty Level of Exam β Tougher papers usually have lower cut offs.
Number of Candidates Appearing β More competition leads to higher cut offs.
Reservation & Category Rules β Separate cut offs for OC, BC, SC, ST, PH.
Performance of Candidates β If candidates score very high on average, cut off increases.
Previous Year AP DSC Cut Off Trends
Hereβs a look at past cut offs (approx.):
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | PH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 105β110 | 95β100 | 85β90 | 75β80 | 65β70 |
| 2019 | 100β105 | 90β95 | 80β85 | 70β75 | 60β65 |
| 2022 | 102β108 | 92β98 | 82β88 | 72β78 | 62β68 |
π Trend: The OC cut off usually remains around 100β110, while reserved categories have lower cut offs.
How to Check AP DSC Cut Off 2025?
Candidates can check the official AP DSC Cut Off Marks 2025 by following these steps:
Visit the official website β apdsc.apcfss.in
Click on βAP DSC 2025 Cut Off Marksβ link (under results section).
Download the category-wise cut off PDF.
Check your category and post-wise minimum marks.
AP DSC 2025 Selection Process
Written Exam β OMR-based test with objective questions.
Merit List Preparation β Based on written exam cut off.
Document Verification β Candidates must show eligibility documents.
Final Selection β Category-wise merit list released.
Preparation Tips to Clear Cut Off
Know the Syllabus & Exam Pattern thoroughly.
Focus on Child Development & Pedagogy β high scoring section.
Practice previous year AP DSC question papers.
Attempt mock tests to manage time effectively.
Revise Andhra Pradesh-specific GK & Current Affairs.
Maintain accuracy to avoid losing marks in competitive categories.
FAQs on AP DSC Cut Off Marks 2025
t depends on vacancies, exam difficulty, candidate performance, and reservation rules.
On the official website apdsc.apcfss.in after results.

