IBPS Clerk Exam 2022: Exam Date, Apply Online, Notification

IBPS Clerk Exam Date 2022: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts a common recruitment process (CRP) to recruit candidates for clerical cadre posts in public sector banks in India. The public sector banks use the scores of CRP to select candidates. IBPS will be conducting IBPS Clerk CRP XII exam. IBPS Clerk exam notification 2022 will be released in July by IBPS. Aspirants must prepare well for IBPS Clerk exam to get the desired job. 

IBPS Clerk exam is conducted every year to recruit eligible candidates for the clerical posts. This is a good opportunity for candidates who are looking for a career in a nationalised banks. IBPS Clerk exam is conducted in two levels-preliminary and mains exams. Candidates selected through IBPS Clerk 2022 will get a handsome salary package and other benefits. To crack the exam, candidates should know should be aware of the important details such as IBPS Clerk exam date, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process and many more.

What is IBPS Clerk Recruitment?

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts a Common Recruitment Process (CRP) every year to select candidates for the clerical cadre posts in 11 publicsector banks. IBPS Clerk exam is conducted in two stages-prelims and mains. Candidates qualifying in both these exams are selected for the Clerical cadre post. In 2020-21, a total of 7.41 lakh candidates had registered for the exam. 

IBPS is an autonomous body that candidates the IBPS Clerk exam annually. IBPS makes arrangements for conducting the online prelims and mains exams, declare the result and inform the shortlisted candidates about their selection. 

Prospective candidates are required to apply online for IBPS Clerk after carefully reading the advertisement regarding the process of examinations and provisional allotment, eligibility criteria, online registration processes, payment of prescribed, application fee/ intimation charges, the pattern of examination, issuance of call letters, etc. and ensure that they fulfill the stipulated criteria and follow the prescribed processes.

IBPS Clerk Participating Banks 

A total of 11 public sector banks take part in the recruitment process. Following is the list of IBPS Clerk participating banks.

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IBPS Clerk 2022 Exam Highlights

For more details on IBPS Clerk 2022 recruitment, refer to the table below.

IBPS Clerk 2022 Notification

IBPS Clerk 2022 notification has not been released yet. However, candidates aspiring to appear for IBPS Clerk 2022 should carefully go through the notification once it is published. It is important to understand IBPS Clerk notification PDF as it outlines all the important details regarding the exam. IBPS Clerk apply online link will be activated after the release of the official notification. According to IBPS Clerk 2022-23 calendar, the prelims exam of IBPS Clerk 2022 will be conducted on August 28, September 3 and 9. The mains exam will be conducted on October 8, 2022. The prelims exam will be conducted by IBPS only if CET is not held by NRA. In 2021, a total of 12,313 vacancies were announced. It is expected that this year the number of vacancies will be higher and candidates have the more chances of getting selected in the public sector banks. 

IBPS Clerk Notification 2022 download Direct Link (To Be Released)

NRA CET for IBPS Clerk

Union Cabinet has formed National Recruitment Agency (NRA) which have been entrusted with the responsibility of conducting the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for all the non-gazetted posts (Group B and C) in the banking exams. Going forward, the prelims exam of IBPS Clerk will be replaced by National Recruitment Agency Common Eligibility Test or NRA CET. The scores obtained by candidates in NRA CET will be used for shortlisting candidates for further rounds of selection. The mains exam will be conducted by IBPS.

IBPS Clerk Exam Date 2022 Out

Candidates can check in the table below the IBPS Clerk exam dates.

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IBPS Clerk 2022 Application Form 2022

IBPS Clerk application form 2022 will be released online after the notification is released on the official website-ibps.in. Candidates should fill the application form carefully after it is released, as any errors in the application form and other documents may result in the debarrment of candidature. Candidates must also ensure to check the eligibility criteria before filling IBPS Clerk application form 2022. 

How to Apply Online for IBPS Clerk 2022?

To fill the IBPS Clerk application form, candidates must follow the below-mentioned steps:

• Visit the official website of IBPS to apply online for IBPS Clerk 2022 exam
• Click the 'IBPS Clerk Apply Online Link'
• Register for IBPS Clerk 2022
• After registering fill up the IBPS Clerk application form
• Upload the photograph, signature, Left Thumb Impression and IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration.
• Pay the application fee according to the category
• Take printout of the application form

IBPS Clerk Application Fees

The online IBPS clerk form fees can be through Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets.

IBPS Clerk 2022 Eligibility Criteria 

IBPS Clerk eligibility criteria is given in the table below in terms of age and educational qualification.

IBPS Clerk Recruitment Process

IBPS Clerk selection process comprises two stages-prelims and mains exams. However, the recruitment process comprises several stages starting from the filling up the application form till declaration of provisional allotment/final result. The complete IBPS Clerk recruitment process is explained below:

Filling in the IBPS Clerk Application Form

IBPS Clerk application form is released online for candidates who wish to apply for the post of Probationary Officer. The application process comprises registration, uploading scanned photographs and signatures, filling the detailed application form, uploading left thumb impression & handwritten declaration and fee payment.

Release of IBPS Clerk Admit Card

IBPS Clerk admit card is released separately for prelims and mains exams. Candidates need to download their admit cards by logging with registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.

Appearing in IBPS Clerk Exam

All registered candidates are first required to appear for the prelims exam. On the basis of candidates' performance in the prelims exam, they are called for the mains exam. The final selection of candidates is done based on the mains exam. 

Declaration of IBPS Clerk Result 

IBPS Clerk result is declared online separately for prelims and mains exams. To download the result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.

The infograph below highlights the entire recruitment process of IBPS Clerk.

IBPS Clerk Selection Process

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IBPS Clerk 2022 Exam Centres 

IBPS Clerk prelims exam will be conducted in around 200 cities. The mains exam will be conducted in around 80 cities. Candidates are required to select one exam centre each for prelims and mains exam while filling the application form. The list of IBPS Clerk exam centres are given below.

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IBPS 2022 Clerk Syllabus

The prelims exam comprises topics from English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. The mains exam comprises topics from Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, General/Financial Awareness. IBPS Clerk syllabus for prelims and mains exams is given below:

English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fillers, Spotting Errors, Sentence Improvement, Fill in the Blanks, etc.

Numerical Ability: Number Series, Simplification/ Approximation, Quadratic Equations, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, etc.

Reasoning Ability: Puzzle and Arrangements, Inequality, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction sense and Order and Ranking, etc.

Computer Aptitude: History and Generation of Computers, Introduction to Computer Organisation, Computer Hardware and I/O Devices, Computer Languages, Basics of DBMS, Operating System, Internet, Computer Network & Security, Computer Memory, Computer Software, etc.

General Knowledge: Banking and Insurance Awareness, Financial Awareness, Current Affairs, Govt. Schemes and Policies, Static Awareness, etc.

IBPS 2022 Clerk Exam Pattern

IBPS Clerk exam pattern is divided into two stages-prelims and mains. Both the papers are conducted online. The exam pattern for both stages is given below:

Prelims Exam: The prelims exam of IBPS Clerk comprises questions from three sections. The duration of the exam is one hour and the total mark allotted to the paper is 100. The structure of the prelims exam is given below.

Mains Exam: The mains exam of IBPS Clerk comprises questions from four sections. Total 190 questions are asked in the exam which candidates need to complete within 160 minutes. Total marks allotted to the test are 200. The structure of the mains exam is given below.

Penalty for wrong answers

There is a penalty for wrong answers in both prelims and mains exams. 1/4 marks are deducted as a penalty for wrong answers.

IBPS Clerk Exam Language

IBPS Clerk prelims and mains exam will be conducted in 13 regional languages along with English & Hindi. The aim to conduct IBPS Clerk 2022 in regional languages is to promote uniform opportunities to the local youth for employment in the banking sector as well as connect with the customers through local/regional languages. The state-wise medium of language has been tabulated below.

IBPS Clerk 2022 Preparation Tips

Candidates should judiciously do IBPS Clerk 2022 preparation. They should be well versed in the syllabus and exam pattern. Since the syllabus is vast, it is necessary to study regularly for the exam. Candidates must choose the right set of preparation books or study materials to clear the concepts. They must go through the previous years' question papers to know the types of questions asked in the exam and the difficulty level of the paper. It is also important to solve the sectional and full-length mock tests for the exam.

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IBPS Clerk Mock Test

IBPS Clerk mock test is released by IBPS for candidates to understand the functionalities of an online test. Candidates can take the mock test by logging into their accounts using their user IDs and passwords. Mock tests are considered practice exams before candidates appear in the actual test. Candidates should attempt mock tests as it will help them to improve speed and accuracy of solving questions.

IBPS Clerk Admit Card 2022

IBPS Clerk admit card for the prelims exam is expected to be released in the second week of August.The admit card for the mains exam is expected to be released in the third week of September. Candidates will be able to download their IBPS Clerk admit cards till the day of the exam. To download the admit card, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card not sent to candidates by post. IBPS Clerk admit card is an important document and candidates should carry it along with one photo-identity proof.

IBPS Clerk Exam Day Guidelines 

Few exam guidelines for IBPS Clerk exam are given below:

• Candidates are required to follow social distancing at the IBPS Clerk mains exam centre
• Different reporting times are printed for a set of candidates to avoid overcrowding
• Candidates are required to report atleast 15 minutes before the reporting time
• Wearing of the mask is compulsory
• Candidates can carry personal hand sanitiser of 50ml
• Candidates are required to carry admit card and photo-identity proof
• Candidates are advised to carry their own water bottle
• Candidates are required to download Aarogya Setu app on their mobile phones
• Candidate's registration is done through photo capture
• Rough sheets are kept at each candidate's desk. No additional rough sheets are provided to candidates
• On completion of the exam, candidates are required to move out in an orderly manner
• Admit card of prelims exam are not collected at the exam centre. However, it is duly authenticated/stamped by the exam centre staff. Candidates need to retain the admit card along with authenticated/ stamped copy of the ID proof safely.
• Candidates need to bring one additional photograph (same as pasted by the candidate on admit card) along with the admit card and other requisite documents as per information provided in the information handout and admit card
• Candidates are advised to retain eight copies of the same photograph that are uploaded at the time of the application for future requirement
• Candidates must bring duly authenticated prelims admit card along with the photo ID proof as well as the mains admit card while appearing for the mains exam

IBPS Clerk Exam Analysis 2022

IBPS Clerk exam analysis 2022 will be provided separately for prelims and mains exams. IBPS Clerk exam analysis highlights the overall and sectional difficulty levels, topic-wise distribution of questions, weightage of topics, etc. Candidates can check below the last year's exam analysis. 

IBPS Clerk 2021 Prelims Exam Analysis 

The overall difficulty level of IBPS Clerk prelims exam was moderate. The Quantitative Aptitude section was tough and time-consuming, English Language section was easy and Reasoning section was moderate.

IBPS Clerk 2021 Mains Exam Analysis 

The overall paper of IBPS Clerk mains exam last year was moderate in terms of difficulty level. The Reasoning section was moderate to difficult, Quantitative Aptitude was moderate, General/Financial Awareness was moderate and English Language was moderate. 

IBPS Clerk Result 2022

IBPS Clerk 2022 result will be announced separately for prelims. On the basis of the marks obtained in the prelims exam, candidates are shortlisted for the mains exam. The preliminary exam is qualifying in nature and marks obtained in this stage of exam are not counted for the final merit list. IBPS Clerk provisional allotment result/mains result is announced based on the marks obtained in the mains exam. The scores for the mains exam are normalised out of 100 to announce the final result. The provisional allotment of candidates are done based on merit-cum-preformance basis. 

IBPS Clerk Preparation Tips by Topper

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IBPS Clerk 2022 Cutoff

IBPS Clerk cut off is declared for prelims and mains exams. The cutoff is applied on the total score and individual section. Candidates can check below the previous year's IBPS Clerk cutoff for prelims and mains exams. 

IBPS Clerk Prelims Cutoff

IBPS Clerk prelims cutoff for the General Category is given below.

IBPS Clerk Prelims Cutoff

IBPS Clerk prelims cutoff (maximum marks) for different categories calculated out of 100 marks is given below.

IBPS Clerk Vacancies

IBPS Clerk 2022 vacancies will be announced along with the notification. IBPS releases vacancies for different states and categories. Selection of candidates will be done as per the final vacancies. In 2021, a total of 12,313 vacancies were announced. IBPS Clerk vacancies are given below.

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IBPS Clerk Salary 

The initial IBPS Clerk salary is INR 28,000 to 30,000 per month. The starting basic salary is INR 19, 900 including dearness allowance, house rent allowance, medical allowance, and transport allowance.