IUCAA/NCRA Graduate School Cutoff 2027
Expected Cutoff 2027 & Previous Year Cutoffs — IUCAA National Centre for Radio Astrophysics TIFR Graduate School PhD in Astrophysics
Disclaimer: Cutoff data shown is estimated based on previous year trends and historical patterns. These figures are for reference only. Check the official IUCAA and NCRA-TIFR, Pune (under TIFR Graduate School) website for exact and authoritative cutoff marks.
Expected Cutoff 2027 — IUCAA/NCRA Graduate School
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Cutoff % |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 27 | 45.0% |
| EWS | 23 | 38.3% |
| OBC (NCL) | 24 | 40.0% |
| SC | 19 | 31.7% |
| ST | 18 | 30.0% |
| PwD | 14 | 23.3% |
* Cutoff marks are estimated. General cutoff = 45% of 60 total marks, adjusted per category.
Previous Year Cutoff Trends (General Category)
| Year | General Cutoff Marks | Cutoff % |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 | 45.0% |
| 2025 | 26 | 43.3% |
| 2024 | 25 | 41.7% |
Trend Analysis: Cutoffs for IUCAA/NCRA Graduate School show an upward trend year over year (+3–6% annually). Plan to score 10–15% above the cutoff to secure selection comfortably.
Factors Affecting IUCAA/NCRA Graduate School Cutoff
Number of Applicants
Higher competition typically raises the cutoff as more candidates vie for the same seats.
Paper Difficulty
A tougher paper generally results in lower cutoffs; an easier paper tends to push cutoffs higher.
Number of Vacancies / Seats
Fewer seats mean a higher cutoff; more seats available can bring the cutoff down.
Reservation Policies
Different categories (OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD) have separate cutoffs as mandated by government policy.
Important Dates
Registration Opens
November–January 2026–27
Exam Date
February 2027 (JEST) / June 2027 (Interviews)
Conducting Body
IUCAA and NCRA-TIFR, Pune (under TIFR Graduate School)
Frequency
Annual
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