IGNOU OPENNET-XIV BSc Nursing (PB) 2026 Safe Score for OBC, SC and ST

Students who appeared in IGNOU OPENNET-XIV BSc Nursing (PB) 2026 can expect a safe score of around 58–66 marks for OBC, 48–55 marks for SC and 42–50 marks for ST categories, out of a total of 120 marks, based on previous year cutoff trends.

IGNOU OPENNET-XIV 2026 result is expected to be declared on June 22, 2026 at the official student services portal. Once the result is out, students in reserved categories can compare their score against the expected safe score ranges listed below. These estimates are based on past OPENNET editions and IGNOU reservation norms, and should be treated as indicative until the official cutoff is published.

• IGNOU OPENNET BSc Nursing (PB) is conducted for a total of 120 marks with 120 MCQs of 1 mark each and no negative marking.
• OBC expected safe score: 58–66 marks out of 120.
• SC expected safe score: 48–55 marks out of 120.
• ST expected safe score: 42–50 marks out of 120.
• IGNOU OPENNET-XIV result is expected on June 22, 2026.

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IGNOU OPENNET-XIV 2026 Expected Safe Score by Category

A safe score is the minimum mark range that gives students a reasonable chance of securing admission in their category. IGNOU follows government-mandated reservation norms for OBC, SC and ST students, meaning lower effective cutoffs compared to the General (UR) category.

The table below shows expected safe score ranges for IGNOU OPENNET-XIV BSc Nursing (PB) 2026, based on trends from past OPENNET editions. All figures are estimates and should be treated as indicative until the official cutoff is published.

These figures are expected based on IGNOU OPENNET previous year cutoff patterns. The official category-wise cutoff for OPENNET-XIV will be declared by IGNOU after the result is published on June 22, 2026.

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Previous Year Category-wise Cutoff Trends

IGNOU does not always publish separate category-wise cutoff lists before admissions begin. However, reviewing past OPENNET result patterns helps estimate where the 2026 cutoff may land. The table below shows approximate cutoff ranges from recent editions.

Based on this pattern, OBC students scoring 58 or above, SC students scoring 48 or above and ST students scoring 42 or above out of 120 are likely to be in a competitive position for IGNOU OPENNET-XIV 2026.

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Factors Affecting IGNOU OPENNET 2026 Cutoff

Several factors determine where the final cutoff lands each year. Understanding these will help you interpret your score in context:

• Total number of applicants: A larger pool of qualified applicants in a category pushes the effective cutoff higher for that category.
• Available seats per category: IGNOU reserves seats as per government norms — OBC (27%), SC (15%), ST (7.5%). More reserved seats generally means more students get admission even at moderate scores.
• Paper difficulty level: A tougher paper lowers average scores across the board, which tends to bring cutoffs down for all categories.
• Study centre seat distribution: BSc Nursing (PB) seats are distributed across IGNOU’s approved study centres. Regional demand can affect how competitive the cutoff is at specific centres.
• Eligibility pool size: Only GNM-qualified Registered Nurses are eligible for OPENNET. Year-on-year changes in this applicant pool directly affect the competitive landscape.

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How to Check IGNOU OPENNET-XIV 2026 Result

IGNOU OPENNET-XIV 2026 result is expected to be released on June 22, 2026. Once available, follow these steps to check your score and compare it against the safe score range for your category:

1. Visit the official result portal at studentservices.ignou.ac.in/BSCN_result/.
2. Click on the active link for OPENNET-XIV BSc Nursing (PB) 2026.
3. Enter your Enrollment Number and Date of Birth in the fields provided.
4. Click Submit to view your result.
5. Your score, category and selection or waitlist status will appear on screen.
6. Download and save a copy of your result for use during the counselling process.

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