Chances of Getting ASO in MEA with a SSC CGL 2017 Score of 435: A Comprehensive Analysis
After achieving a 435 score in SSC CGL 2017, you may be wondering about your chances of securing a position as an Assistant Selection Officer (ASO) in MEA. Let's analyze the scenario in detail.
Understanding the SSC CGL Score Trends
To provide a clearer picture, let's first look at the score trends from the previous years. The final cut-off for tier 1 and 2 in the SSC CGL 2016 and 2017 was around 515 and 530, respectively. Over the years, the cut-off has increased by approximately 5 marks annually. Additionally, in 2018, the tier 1 paper had been normalized, giving all students 200 marks. While the tier 2 papers in 2018 were easier compared to those in 2017, we can assume that the finalized cut-off for 2019 will be around 530 for Tier 1 and 550 for Tier 2.
MEA Position Analysis
Historically, MEA has been one of the top 5 positions in the SSC CGL. Furthermore, the low vacancy in the MEA department also plays a significant role in the higher merit required for this position. Let's delve into the vacancy trends for MEA over the past few years:
CGL 2015: 71 CGL 2016: 74 CGL 2017: 76 CGL 2018: 36 (vacancy in the public domain)Considering the decreasing trend in vacancies and the unlikelihood of an increase in the overall cut-off, it's reasonable to predict that the MEA cut-off could be around 580-590, excluding the normalization effects in tier 2 of 2018.
SC Candidate Analysis
For further clarity, let's look at the data for SC (Scheduled Caste) candidates. In the CGL 2016, the final cut-off for ASO in MEA was 507.5 for SC candidates, while the tier 1 and 2 cut-offs were 114 and 389, respectively. For the CGL 2017, the tier 1 and 2 cut-offs for SC candidates were 98 and 338.25, respectively. These numbers indicate a significant jump in the cut-off, suggesting a strong possibility that you are on track to become an ASO in MEA.
Conclusion
Given the historical trends, cut-off trends, and the current vacancy situation in MEA, your chances of securing a position as an ASO in MEA are very good. It is almost certain that with a 435 score in the 2017 SSC CGL, you stand a high chance of advancing to the ASO position in MEA.