Yes, the cutoff can be different for different shifts or sessions of the IBPS PO Exam. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the PO Exam in multiple shifts or sessions on the same day or on different days. The cutoff marks are determined based on various factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of vacancies, and the performance of the candidates in each shift or session. Below are the reasons why the cutoff can vary:


Each shift or session of the IBPS PO Exam may have a different set of questions, and the difficulty level of these questions can vary. Some shifts or sessions may have easier questions, while others may have more difficult questions. As a result, the overall performance of candidates in each shift can differ, leading to different cutoff marks.


To ensure fairness in evaluating the candidates' performance across different shifts or sessions, the IBPS follows a normalization process. This process takes into account the difficulty level of each shift and adjusts the scores accordingly. The normalization process helps in eliminating any advantage or disadvantage that candidates may have due to the variation in difficulty level. Consequently, the cutoff marks can vary as the normalized scores are considered for determining the cutoff.


The cutoff marks in the IBPS PO Exam also depend on the number of vacancies available. If there are a large number of vacancies, the cutoff may be relatively lower to accommodate more candidates. However, if the number of vacancies is limited, the cutoff may be higher as the competition among candidates increases.


The overall performance of candidates in each shift or session can vary. Factors such as preparation level, exam strategy, and time management skills can influence the performance of candidates. As a result, the cutoff marks can differ based on the performance of candidates in each shift.

In conclusion, the cutoff can be different for different shifts or sessions of the IBPS PO Exam due to variation in the difficulty level, the normalization process, the number of vacancies, and the performance of candidates. It is important for candidates to focus on their individual performance rather than comparing it with candidates from other shifts or sessions.