The official cut-off marks for the Indian Economic Service and Indian Statistical Service Examination 2015 are now available for candidates who appeared in the exam or are preparing for future attempts. Released by the Union Public Service Commission, these cut-off marks provide clarity on the minimum scores required at different stages of the selection process. Accessing the official cut-off PDF helps aspirants understand how competitive the examination was and where they stand in comparison to past candidates.
I am sharing this information because cut-off marks are one of the most practical tools for exam analysis. Many aspirants focus only on syllabus completion and mock tests, but knowing past cut-offs helps set realistic targets. Whether you are analysing your previous performance or planning for upcoming IES or ISS exams, the 2015 cut-off data gives valuable insight into score expectations and selection trends.
About the IES and ISS Examination
The Indian Economic Service and Indian Statistical Service Examination is conducted annually by UPSC to recruit officers for specialised roles in economic planning, policy analysis, and statistical services under the Government of India.
The selection process generally includes:
- Written examination
- Viva voce or interview
- Final merit-based selection
Due to the limited number of vacancies and high academic standards, the competition level is consistently high.
Why Cut-off Marks Matter to Aspirants
Cut-off marks reflect the minimum score required to move to the next stage or secure final selection. They are influenced by factors such as exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and overall candidate performance.
Studying past cut-offs helps aspirants:
- Understand competition level
- Set score benchmarks for preparation
- Compare category-wise performance trends
- Analyse changes in selection standards over the years
For serious aspirants, cut-off analysis is as important as syllabus revision.
IES / ISS Examination 2015 Cut-off Overview
The 2015 cut-off marks were released separately for:
- Written examination
- Final selection (after interview)
- Different categories such as General, OBC, SC, and ST
These cut-offs indicate how much weight both written performance and interview scores carried in the final merit list.
Candidates should note that cut-offs vary every year and should be used as a reference point, not a fixed target.
Who Should Check the 2015 Cut-off Marks
The official cut-off marks PDF is useful for:
- Candidates who appeared in the 2015 IES/ISS exam
- Aspirants preparing for future IES or ISS attempts
- Students of economics and statistics targeting UPSC services
- Mentors and coaching institutes guiding aspirants
It helps in both retrospective analysis and forward planning.
How to Download the IES / ISS 2015 Cut-off Marks PDF
Candidates can download the official cut-off marks PDF from the UPSC website by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website
- Go to the “Examination” section
- Click on “Cut-off Marks”
- Choose the year 2015
- Select “Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination, 2015”
- Download the PDF and save it for reference
Always rely on official sources to ensure accuracy of data.
