UPSC Result 2016: Final Merit List, Toppers’ Marks and Cut-Off

UPSC Result 2016 selected 1,099 candidates across services like IAS, IPS, and IFS. Tina Dabi (AIR 1) topped the exam with 1063 marks, followed by Aamir Ul Shari Khan Akhtar (AIR 2) and Jasmeet Singh Sandhu (AIR 3). The final cut-off for the General category was 988 marks. The result was based on Mains + Interview performance, making it a key reference for aspirants preparing for UPSC.

UPSC Result 2016: Final Merit List, Toppers’ Marks and Cut-Off

UPSC Result 2016 remains one of the most discussed years in the history of the Civil Services Examination. The release of the UPSC CSE 2016 result marked the successful journey of 1,099 candidates who were recommended for appointment to the IAS, IFS, IPS, and Central Services.

As per the UPSC 2016 final selection list, the recruitment process concluded with candidates demonstrating exceptional merit across the Preliminary, Mains, and Interview stages.

UPSC 2016 Result Overview

The UPSC 2016 result date saw the Union Public Service Commission publishing the names of those who would go on to lead the nation’s administrative framework. A total of 1,099 candidates made it to the UPSC 2016 final result, categorized across General, OBC, SC, and ST groups.

UPSC 2016 Result Overview
Category Recommended Candidates
General 500
OBC 347
SC 163
ST 89
Total 1,099

UPSC 2016 Topper List

The UPSC 2016 rank list featured high achievers from various academic backgrounds. UPSC 2016 topper Tina Dabi secured the top spot (AIR 1) in her first attempt, followed closely by other brilliant minds.

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The top three candidates in the UPSC 2016 merit list were:

  1. Tina Dabi (AIR 1)
  2. Aamir Ul Shari Khan Akhtar (AIR 2)
  3. Jasmeet Singh Sandhu (AIR 3)

UPSC 2016 Toppers Marks

The UPSC 2016 toppers marks serve as a benchmark for current aspirants. To secure UPSC 2016 AIR 1, Tina Dabi achieved a significant score in both the written and personality tests.

UPSC 2016 Toppers Marks
Rank Candidate Name Written Marks (Mains) Interview Marks Total Marks
1 Tina Dabi 868 195 1063
2 Aamir Ul Shari Khan Akhtar 844 176 1020
3 Jasmeet Singh Sandhu 815 199 1014

UPSC 2016 Cut-Off

The table below shows the minimum qualifying marks (cut-off) for Prelims, Mains, and Final Selection for all categories in UPSC CSE 2016. It also highlights the marks scored by the toppers for reference.

UPSC 2016 Cut-Off
Stage / Category General OBC SC ST PH1 PH2 PH3
Prelims Cut-Off (out of 200) 116 110.66 99.34 96 75.34 72.66 40
Mains Cut-Off (out of 1750) 787 745 739 730 713 740 545
Final Cut-Off / Total Marks (out of 2025) 988 951 937 920 927 951 817

UPSC Result 2016 PDF Download

Below is the PDF link for UPSC Result 2016, providing complete details, including candidate scores, cut-offs, and topper marks. This information helps aspirants analyse performance trends, understand the qualifying criteria, and prepare strategically for future UPSC attempts.

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UPSC 2016 Selection Process

The UPSC 2016 final result PDF was the culmination of three rigorous stages:

  1. Preliminary Examination: This stage acted as a screening test.
  2. Mains Examination: Candidates who cleared this stage were listed in the UPSC 2016 mains result.
  3. Personality Test: The UPSC 2016 interview result combined with the mains marks, decided the final ranking.

How to Check UPSC 2016 Final Result

You can check the UPSC 2016 final result by following these simple steps:

  1. Go to the official website of the Union Public Service Commission.
  2. On the homepage, click on the “Results” section.
  3. Select “Civil Services Examination 2016 Final Result.”
  4. A PDF file will open with the list of selected candidates.
  5. Use Ctrl + F and enter your roll number or name to find your result.
  6. Download and save the PDF for future reference

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who secured AIR 1 in the UPSC 2016 result?

Tina Dabi secured AIR 1 in the UPSC 2016 final result.

How many candidates were selected in the UPSC 2016 final selection list?

A total of 1,099 candidates were recommended for various services in the UPSC 2016 merit list.

What were the total marks for the UPSC 2016 AIR 1?

UPSC 2016 topper Tina Dabi scored a total of 1063 marks out of 2025.

Where can I find the UPSC 2016 final result PDF?

The UPSC 2016 final result PDF can be accessed through the official UPSC website under the "Results" archive section.

UPSC Result 2016: Final Merit List, Toppers’ Marks and Cut-Off

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