IBPS Exam 2025: RRB, PO, Clerk & SO Revised Exam Dates, Notification, Online Form & Syllabus

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection 2024 ( IBPS )

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Anangsha Patra
Updated on Jun 17, 2025 11:34 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

IBPS Exam: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) revised IBPS exam dates for Clerk, PO, SO and RRB. According to the IBPS revised Calendar 2025-26, IBPS Clerk prelims exam will be conducted on October 4, 5 and 11, 2025. The mains exam will be conducted on November 29, 2025. IBPS PO 2025 prelims exam will be conducted on August 17, 23, and 24, 2025. The mains exam will be conducted on October 12, 2025. 

IBPS RRB PO prelims exam will be conducted on November 22 and 23, 2025. The preliminary exam of IBPS RRB 2025 for Office Assistant will be conducted on December 5, 7, 13 and 14, 2025.  The mains exam for IBPS RRB PO 2025 will be conducted on December 28, 2025. The mains exam for IBPS RRB Clerk will be conducted on February 1, 2025. The single online exam as per IBPS RRB Exam Dates 2025 will be conducted on December 28, 2025. 

The prelims exam for IBPS SO 2025 will be conducted on August 30, 2025. The mains exam for IBPS SO 2025 will be conducted on November 9, 2025. 

IBPS exam dates 2025 for PO, RRB, Clerk and SO are mentioned in the calendar. Candidates must go through the dates given in IBPS Calendar and start preparing for the exam. This article discussed various IBPS exams in India.

                            IBPS Recruitment Exams in India

IBPS PO (Probationary Officer/Management Trainee)

IBPS Clerk

IBPS RRB (Officers Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

IBPS SO (Specialist Officers)

Q:   When will IBPS RRB 2025 notification be released?
A: 

IBPS RRB notification 2025 is expected to be released in September 2025. The notification will be released in PDF form and comprises the important details related to the exam. Candidates appearing for the exam should read the notification carefully. 

Q:   When IBPS RRB 2025 application form will be released?
A: 

IBPS RRB 2025 application form will be released in September 2025. Interested candidates are required to fill the application form online. The application fee is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Candidates are not required to send the hard copy of their application forms. IBPS RRB application form is released to fill up vacancies for the posts of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant. Before filling the application form, candidates must ascertain that they fulfill the eligibility criteria laid down by the examination authority for IBPS RRB exam.

Q:   Why IBPS exam is conducted?
A: 

IBPS is an autonomous body which is responsible for conducting the recruitment process for various public sector banks in India except SBI. IBPS conducts exams for IBPS RRB, IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO and IBPS SO. There are various participating banks which considers IBPS scores to offer recruitment to its various posts. 

Q:   What is the difference between IBPS PO and Clerk?
A: 
The candidates who are looking for government bank jobs must go for Bank PO Recruitment or IBPS PO Recruitment. The official website has revealed the IBPS PO notification, those who are willing to get placed at the Bank PO position should start their exam preparation as soon as possible. The IBPS PO is conducted in two phases Prelim and Main. Those who appears in IBPS PO Prelim Exam and qualify it with good score will be eligible for the next phase that is Bank PO Exam Mains. The candidates who get shortlisted in PO Exam Main round will be applicable to appear in Interview round, which is the last and final stage of IBPS PO Recruitment. The final result of Bank PO Exams will be declared on the basis of candidates combined performance in IBPS PO main and interview session. Bank Clerk is the most responsible employee of the organisation, as he has many organizational roles and responsibilities that are to be fulfilled by him. So, the candidates who can handle their work very efficiently and are also interested in banking jobs, must go for IBPS Clerk Recruitment. IBPS Clerk exam is divided into two phases Prelim and Main exam. IBPS has decided not to take the Interview sessions for the clerk cadre posts. The candidates who qualify IBPS Clerk Prelim Exam will only be eligible to appear in the next phase of Clerk Recruitment that is IBPS Clerk Main Exam. And after completing both the online test rounds of Bank Clerk Exam, candidates are shortlisted based on the merit list of the marks obtained in main exam. The IBPS Clerk conducting body releases final result after having all the selection rounds completed. And the candidates who scores more than the cut off marks separately for each round are declared as IBPS Clerk Exam qualified.
Q:   When will IBPS Clerk 2025 exam be conducted?
A: 

The prelims exam for IBPS Clerk (Customer Service Associates) will be conducted on December 6, 7, 13 and 14, 2025. The Mains exam for this post will be conducted on February 1, 2026. Last year, the post of IBPS Clerk was remained to Customer Service Associates. The selection process of IBPS Clerk prelims exam and Mains exam.

Q:   When IBPS RRB 2025 exam will be conducted?
A: 

IBPS RRB PO prelims exam will be conducted on November 22 and 23, 2025. The preliminary exam of IBPS RRB 2025 for Office Assistant will be conducted on December 5, 7, 13 and 14, 2025.  The mains exam for IBPS RRB PO 2025 will be conducted on December 28, 2025. The mains exam for IBPS RRB Clerk will be conducted on February 1, 2025. The single online exam as per IBPS RRB Exam Dates 2025 will be conducted on December 28, 2025. 

Q:   How is the IBPS Clerk selection done for the reserved category?
A: 

A candidate belonging to reserved category, selected on the basis of norms as applicable to General Category, is treated at par with a General category candidate. Such own merit candidates belonging to reserved categories who are provisionally allotted under unreserved (General) category is not adjusted against a reserved post. However their original category as registered in the online registration will remain unchanged.

Table of content
  • Highlights of IBPS Exams
  • IBPS 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • What is IBPS Recruitment?
  • IBPS Admit Card 2025
  • IBPS Exam Pattern
  • IBPS Syllabus 2025
  • IBPS Result 2025
  • IBPS Cutoff 2025
  • IBPS Application Form 2025
  • IBPS Eligibility Criteria 2025
  • IBPS Recruitment Process
  • IBPS Exam Centres
  • IBPS Exam Preparation Tips
  • IBPS Books
  • IBPS Salary
  • IBPS Exam FAQs
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Highlights of IBPS Exams

The important highlights of the various IBPS exams are summarised in the table below.

Overall IBPS Exam Highlights
Conducting Body Institute of Banking Personnel Selection

Exams Level

National

Exams Purpose 

Selection of candidates as PO, Clerk and SO for Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks

Exams Frequency

Once a year

Exams Language

English and Hindi

Official Website

ibps.in

IBPS PO

Post name

Probationary Officer/Management Trainee

Recruitment stages

Preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview

Exam Mode

Preliminary and mains exam is conducted online

Exam Duration

Prelims: One hour (60 minutes)

Mains: 3 hours 30 minutes

IBPS Clerk

Post names

Clerks

Recruitment stages

Preliminary and Mains exam

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Duration

Prelims: 60 minutes

Mains: 160 minutes

IBPS RRB

Post names

Officers Scale I, II & III and Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

Recruitment stages

Officers Scale I: Prelims, Mains, and Interview

Officers Scale II and II: Single level exam and Interview

Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Prelims and mains

Exam Mode

Prelims, Mains, and Single level exams are conducted online

Exam Duration

Prelims: 45 minutes

Mains: Two hours

Single level exam: Two hours

IBPS SO

Post names

IT Officer (Scale-I), Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I), Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I), Law Officer (Scale I), HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I), and Marketing Officer (Scale I).

Recruitment stages

Prelims, Mains, and Personal Interview

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Duration

Prelims: 120 minutes

Mains: 120 minutes

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can IBPS Clerk become PO?
A: 

IBPS Clerk cannot be internally recruited as a Probationary Officer since POs are directly recruited. However, clerks can shift to the officer cadre as TOs (Trainee Officers) or JMGS-1 (Junior Management Grade Officer Scale -1). Candidates are directly recruited as Clerks and Officers, after their respective exams and interviews.

Q:   Which is better, an IBPS Clerk or a RRB PO?
A: 
Both the IBPS Clerk and RRB PO positions have their own unique characteristics, and it ultimately depends on your individual career goals and preferences. An IBPS Clerk is a junior-level position in a bank and mainly deals with customer service, cash management and other administrative tasks. The job is considered to be a stepping stone to become a PO (Probationary Officer). On the other hand, an RRB PO (Regional Rural Bank Probationary Officer) is a higher-level position in a regional rural bank, where the main focus is on loan approvals, recovery of loans, and general banking operations. It's important to weigh the pros and cons of each position before making a decision. Both positions require a graduation degree and are subject to a competitive examination. It's also worth noting that the RRB PO position may have a higher salary and more responsibilities compared to the IBPS Clerk position. If you're looking for a job with a government bank, you can consider taking the IBPS Clerk or RRB PO examination. If you're looking for a job with a regional rural bank, you can consider taking the RRB PO examination.
Q:   What is the job profile of IBPS RRB Officer?
A: 

The job responsibilities of IBPS RRB Officer are given below:

  • Customer Dealing
  • Bank Retail Operations
  • Loan Documentations
  • Verifying Cash and Payment Transactions
  • Maintaining Important Data and Files
Q:   How many candidates apply and appear for IBPS Clerk exam?
A: 

IBPS Clerk exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Clerks in the 11 participating banks. This is one of most sought-after banking exams in the country. The selection process of IBPS Clerk comprises prelims andMainsexams. The exam is conducted every year wherein large number of candidates appear in the exam. In 2022-23, a total of 6.95Lacscandidates had registered for the exam. Out of which, 4.91Lacscandidates had appeared for the exam. In 2021-22, a total of 8.49Lacscandidates had registered for the exam. Out of which, 5.94 candidates had appeared for the exam. 

IBPS 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IBPS 2024 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
17 Aug ' 25

IBPS PO 2025 Prelims Exam

23 Aug ' 25 - 24 Aug ' 25

IBPS PO 2025 Prelims Exam

30 Aug ' 25

IBPS SO 2025 Prelims Exam

04 Oct ' 25 - 05 Oct ' 25

IBPS Clerk 2025 Prelims Exam

11 Oct ' 25

IBPS Clerk 2025 Prelims Exam

12 Oct ' 25

IBPS PO 2025 Mains Exam

09 Nov ' 25

IBPS SO 2025 Mains Exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
30 Nov ' 24

IBPS PO 2024 Mains Exam

09 Nov ' 24

IBPS SO prelims exam 2024

19 Oct ' 24 - 20 Oct ' 24

IBPS PO Prelims Exam 2024

Registration
Ongoing
Exam Date
Results
Cutoff
Counselling
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What is IBPS Recruitment?

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, popularly known as IBPS is an autonomous body that conducts recruitment examinations for all Public Sector Banks (PSBs) except SBI. Over the years, the institute has provided services related to assessment and testing for different banks through various exams. The institute was constituted in 1984 and is governed by a board of nominees from different government bodies and banks such as RBI, Ministry of Finance, NIBM, IBA, etc. In the same year, the centralised examinations covering all public sector banks started on a limited scale. The process of conducting the exams online started in late 2000. IBPS exams are conducted to recruit employees for PSBs at various levels, such as Probationary Officers, Clerks, and Specialist Officers.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which is better, an IBPS Clerk or a RRB PO?
A: 
Both the IBPS Clerk and RRB PO positions have their own unique characteristics, and it ultimately depends on your individual career goals and preferences. An IBPS Clerk is a junior-level position in a bank and mainly deals with customer service, cash management and other administrative tasks. The job is considered to be a stepping stone to become a PO (Probationary Officer). On the other hand, an RRB PO (Regional Rural Bank Probationary Officer) is a higher-level position in a regional rural bank, where the main focus is on loan approvals, recovery of loans, and general banking operations. It's important to weigh the pros and cons of each position before making a decision. Both positions require a graduation degree and are subject to a competitive examination. It's also worth noting that the RRB PO position may have a higher salary and more responsibilities compared to the IBPS Clerk position. If you're looking for a job with a government bank, you can consider taking the IBPS Clerk or RRB PO examination. If you're looking for a job with a regional rural bank, you can consider taking the RRB PO examination.
Q:   How many banks participate in the recruitment process of IBPS Clerk?
A: 

A total of 11 public sector banks participate in the recruitment process of IBPS Clerk. The list of participating banks is given below 1) Bank of Baroda 2)Canara Bank 3) Indian Overseas Bank 4) UCO Bank 5)Bank of India 6) Central Bank of India 7) Punjab National Bank 8)Union Bank of India 9) Bank of Maharashtra 10) Indian Bank 11) PSB The selection process of IBPS Clerk comprises prelims and mains exams. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the merit list. The marks obtained in the mains exam are counted for the merit list. The prelims and mains exams are conducted online. The selection process is carried out by IBPS. However, joining letters and verification of eligibility is done by the participating banks.

Q:   How many candidates apply and appear for IBPS Clerk exam?
A: 

IBPS Clerk exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Clerks in the 11 participating banks. This is one of most sought-after banking exams in the country. The selection process of IBPS Clerk comprises prelims andMainsexams. The exam is conducted every year wherein large number of candidates appear in the exam. In 2022-23, a total of 6.95Lacscandidates had registered for the exam. Out of which, 4.91Lacscandidates had appeared for the exam. In 2021-22, a total of 8.49Lacscandidates had registered for the exam. Out of which, 5.94 candidates had appeared for the exam. 

Q:   What are the criteria for shortlisting candidates for the interview?
A: 

IBPS RRB exam is conducted to select candidates for the post of Officers Scale 1, 2 and 3, 2024. The interview is conducted for the post of Officers Scale 1, 2 and 3. The selection of candidates for the interview is done based on the performance in the mains. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted to select candidates for the interview. 

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IBPS Admit Card 2025

The IBPS admit cards for different exams are released online. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. IBPS admit card is released online for different stages of exams as well as for different posts. IBPS admit card is an important document as it contains details related to the exam. Candidates need to carry the printed copy of the admit card along with one photo-identity proof to the exam centre. The steps to download the IBPS admit card are given below:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS
  • Click the 'IBPS Admit Card' download link on the home page
  • In the login, candidates need to enter their registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
  • IBPS admit card appears on the screen
  • Download the admit card and take its printout
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the password required to download the IBPS Clerk admit card?
A: 

IBPS Clerk admit card is released online separately for prelims and Mains exams. The link to download the admit card is made available on the official website. To download the admit card, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.

Q:   What if IBPS Clerk admit card login page takes time to load?
A: 
Due to the heavy load on the server, IBPS Clerk admit card login page takes time to load. Therefore, candidates are advised to keep patience and try to download their admit cards within a certain interval of time. Candidates need to download their admit cards online. The hard copy of IBPS Clerk admit card is not sent to any candidates. Candidates need to download the admit card by logging in with the required credentials.
Q:   IBPS PO admit card page is taking time to load. What to do?
A: 

At times due to the heavy load at the server, IBPS PO admit card page takes time to load. In such case, candidates should not panic rather they should try downloading the admit card within certain interval of time. It is better to download the admit card at night. Moreover, candidates must also check their internet connectivity. In the admit card login page, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. IBPS PO admit card comprises the details related to the exam such as the candidate’s name, roll number, date of birth, password, details related to exam centre, date of exam, reporting time and many more.

Q:   My IBPS Clerk admit card is not issued. What should I do?
A: 
If your IBPS Clerk admit card is not issued, you need to contact the examination authority. For evidence, provide your registration number and copy of the fee transaction receipt. If the admit card is lost then the examination authority does not issue duplicate IBPS Clerk admit card. Hence, it is the responsibility of candidates to keep the admit card safely till the completion of the exam.
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IBPS Exam Pattern

IBPS follow a separate exam pattern for IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO and IBPS RRB. The exam pattern for various posts is explained below:

IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern

IBPS Clerk exam pattern for prelims comprises three sections: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Candidates need to answer 100 questions within 60 minutes. Candidates get 20 minutes to answer each section. The score of the prelims exam is calculated out of 100 marks. The mains exam for IBPS Clerk comprises four sections: General/ Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude. The total duration of the test is 160 minutes, with different sectional timings. The test carries a total of 190 questions and the total marks are 200. 

IBPS PO Exam Pattern

IBPS PO prelims exam pattern consists of three sections. The paper will have 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions. Questions in the exam are asked from Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The total time allotted to candidates to solve questions in IBPS PO prelims exam is 60 minutes. Candidates will get 20 minutes to attempt each section. The mains exam consists of both objective and descriptive type tests. The objective test is divided into four sections-Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation. The descriptive section carries questions from English Language (Letter Writing and Essay). The total marks of the mains exam are 225. The interview carries 100 marks.

IBPS SO Exam Pattern

IBPS SO prelims exam pattern for Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari comprises objective-type questions based on subjects such as English Language, Reasoning and General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry. The prelims question paper for the post of IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer comprises subjects such as English Language, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the prelims exam are 150.  The mains exam pattern for the post of Law Officer, IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer is such that it comprises questions from professional knowledge. IBPS SO mains question paper for the post of Rajbhasha Adhikari comprises objective and descriptive-type questions from professional knowledge.

IBPS RRB Exam Pattern

IBPS RRB exam pattern is different for Officers Scale I, II, III and Office Assistant. The prelims exam is common for Officers Scale I and Office Assistant where candidates are asked questions based on Reasoning Ability and Numerical Ability. The mains exam comprises questions from Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language and Computer Knowledge. Candidates appearing for the post of SO are required to appear for Professional Knowledge section along with other subjects.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is IBPS RRB pattern?
A: 

IBPS RRB exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam such as marking scheme, total marks, number of sections, duration of exam, etc.. Before beginning with the preparation, candidates must go through IBPS RRB exam pattern thoroughly. As per IBPS RRB exam pattern, the prelims exam is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 1 and Office Assistant (Multipurpose). The total marks allotted to the test are 80. The mains exam of IBPS RRB is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 1 and Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and carries 200 marks. The single online exam is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 2 & 3 . The Interview carries 100 marks and is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 1, Officers Scale 2 & 3. There is no  interview for the post of Office Assistant (Multipurpose). 

Q:   What is IBPS PO exam pattern?
A: 

IBPS PO exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam such as marking scheme, total marks, time duration, etc. IBPS PO exam pattern is such that it is divided into prelims exam, Mainsexam and interview. IBPS PO prelims exam comprises three sections-Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The total marks allotted to the test are 200. The duration of the test is 60 minutes. There are sectional timings in the exam. IBPS POMainsexam comprises both objective and descriptive-type questions. The total marks allotted to theMainsexam are 225. The duration of the test is 3 hours 30 minutes. The total marks allotted to the interview are 100.

Q:   What is IBPS SO Prelims Exam Pattern?
A: 

IBPS SO prelims exam pattern for Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari comprises objective-type questions based on subjects such as English Language, Reasoning and General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry. The prelims question paper for the post of IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer comprises subjects such as English Language, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. A total of 125 questions are asked in the exam and the total marks allotted to the test are 150. The language of the question paper is framed in English and Hindi. There is sectional timing of 40 minutes for each section, and the total time allotted for the exam is 120 minutes.

Q:   What is IBPS Clerk exam pattern?
A: 

IBPS Clerk exam pattern is such that it comprises prelims and Mains exams. The both the stages of exams are conducted online. The final selection of candidates is done based on the Mains exam. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the final merit list. The prelims exam comprises three sections and carries 100 marks. The Mains exam comprises four sections and carries 200 marks. The structure of the IBPS Clerk prelims and mains exams is given below.

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern

SectionsNo. of QuestionsTotal Marks

English Language

30

30

Numerical Ability

35

35

Reasoning Ability

35

35

Total

100

100

IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Pattern 

SectionsNo. of questionsIbps clerk mains total marks

General/Financial Awareness

50

50

General English

40

40

Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude

50

60

Quantitative Aptitude

50

50

Total

190

200

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IBPS Syllabus 2025

IBPS syllabus is more or less the same for all the exams. However, the pattern of questions as well as the difficulty level differ from exam to exam. IBPS syllabus for prelims and mains exam is given below.

IBPS Prelims Syllabus 2025

English Language Quantitative Ability Reasoning

Reading Comprehension

Simplification

Logical Reasoning

Cloze Test

Profit & Loss

Alphanumeric Series

Para jumbles

Mixtures & Allegations

Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test

Miscellaneous

Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices

Data Sufficiency

Fill in the blanks

Work & Time

Coded Inequalities

Multiple Meaning/Error Spotting

Time & Distance

Seating Arrangement

Paragraph Completion

Mensuration – Cylinder, Cone, Sphere

Puzzle

-

Data Interpretation

Tabulation

-

Ratio & Proportion, Percentage

Syllogism

-

Number Systems

Blood Relations

-

Sequence & Series

Input-Output

-

Permutation, Combination & Probability

Coding-Decoding

IBPS Mains Syllabus 2025

Data Interpretation and Analysis
Simplification Average
Percentage Ratio and Percentage
Data Interpretation Mensuration and Geometry
Quadratic Equation Interest
Problems of Ages Profit and Loss
Number Series Speed, Distance and Time
Speed, Distance and Time Time and Work
Number System Data Sufficiency
Linear Equation Permutation and Combination
Probability Mixture and Allegations

General Awareness: Questions are asked from Financial Awareness, Current Affairs and General Knowledge

Reasoning & Computer Aptitude

Verbal Reasoning

Internet

Syllogism

Memory

Circular Seating Arrangement

Keyboard Shortcuts

Linear Seating Arrangement

Computer Abbreviation

Double Lineup

Microsoft Office

Scheduling

Computer Hardware

Input-Output

Computer Software

Blood Relations

Operating System

Directions and Distances

Networking

Ordering and Ranking

Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies

Data Sufficiency

-

Coding and Decoding

-

Code Inequalities

-

English Language: Questions are asked about Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Verbal Ability, and Fill-in-the-blanks.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the IBPS PO syllabus?
A: 

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection formulates the IBPS PO syllabus. Candidates must prepare according to the syllabus to get good score in the exam. IBPS PO syllabus is segregated into prelims, Mains and interview. IBPS PO Prelims syllabus comprises the English Language, Quantitative Ability, and Reasoning Ability. IBPS Mains syllabus covers the various topics of Reasoning Ability, Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Interpretation and Analysis, General economy or Banking Awareness. IBPS PO Syllabus is given below.

Subjects

Topics

Reasoning

Logical Reasoning, Alphanumeric Series, Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test, Data Sufficiency, Coded Inequalities, Seating Arrangement, Puzzle, Syllogism, Input-Output, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relation.

 

Quantitative Aptitude

Simplification, Profit & Loss, Mixtures & Alligations, Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices, Work & Time, Time & Distance, Mensuration-Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Data Interpretation, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Number Systems, Sequence & Series and Permutation, Combination & Probability

English Language

Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para jumbles, Spotting Error, Fill in the blanks, etc

General Awareness

Financial Awareness, Current Affairs, General Knowledge, Static Awareness

Computer Aptitude

Internet, Memory, Keyboard Shortcuts, Computer Abbreviation, Microsoft Office, Operating System, etc.

 

Q:   What is IBPS SO Prelims Syllabus?
A: 

IBPS SO Syllabus for prelims exam is given below.

IBPS SO Syllabus for Prelims

Reasoning Ability

English Language

Quantitative Aptitude

General Awareness

Seating Arrangements

Puzzles

Inequalities

Syllogism

Input-Output

Data Sufficiency

Blood Relations

Order and Ranking

Alphanumeric Series

Distance and Direction

Verbal Reasoning

Cloze Test

Reading Comprehension

Spotting Errors

Sentence Improvement

Sentence Correction

Para Jumbles

Fill in the Blanks

Para/Sentence Completion

Number Series

Data Interpretation

Simplification/ Approximation

Quadratic Equation

Data Sufficiency

Mensuration

Average

Profit and Loss

Ratio and Proportion

Work, Time and Energy

Time and Distance

Probability

Relations

Simple and Compound Interest

Permutation and Combination

Current Affairs

Banking Awareness

GK Updates

Currencies

Important Places

Books and Authors Awards

Headquarters

Prime Minister Schemes

Important Days

Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for Reasoning?
A: 

IBPS RRB Reasoning syllabus evaluates the candidate's logical and analytical reasoning skills. To perform well in this section, candidates should practice previous years' question papers and attempt mock tests. IBPS RRB syllabus for Reasoning is given below:

  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning: Questions are asked based on verbal and non-verbal patterns, series, analogies, etc.
  • Puzzles: Different types of puzzles are asked in the exam such as seating arrangement, floor puzzles, box-based puzzles, etc.
  • Seating Arrangements: Linear, Circular, or Rectangular seating arrangements.
  • Syllogism: Questions are asked based on deductive reasoning using statements and conclusions.
  • Coding-Decoding: Coding and decoding of words or phrases based on given patterns.
  • Blood Relations: Questions related to family relations and family tree.
  • Alphanumeric Series: Questions are based on a mixture of alphabets and numbers.
  • Input-Output: Questions involving input and output arrangement are based on certain rules.
  • Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test: Questions are asked related to ranking of individuals, direction sense, and alphabetic arrangements.
  • Data Sufficiency: Questions are asked to test the candidate's ability to determine whether the given data is sufficient to answer a particular question.
  • Inequalities: Questions are based on comparing quantities using different mathematical symbols.
  • Decision Making: Questions are based on decision making and problem-solving scenarios.
 
 
Q:   What is IBPS Clerk Syllabus?
A: 

IBPS Clerk syllabus is divided into prelims and Mains exams. The syllabus for the prelims exam comprises the topics such as English Numerical Ability, and Reasoning. IBPS Clerk Mains syllabus includes Quantitative Aptitude English Language, Reasoning Ability, Computer Aptitude, and General Awareness. It is important to prepare according to the syllabus as the questions in the exam are framed based on it. Candidates must be well-versed with the IBPS Clerk syllabus to know the important topics for the exam. The benefits of knowing the syllabus are given below:

  • IBPS Clerk syllabus outlines the topics that candidates need to prepare for the exam
  • Going through the syllabus candidates can know the topics that are important for the exam
  • Candidates can plan their preparation strategy based on the syllabus
Q:   Which are the important topics for IBPS Clerk English section?
A: 

The important topics for IBPS Clerk English are given below:

  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Rearrangement
  • Spotting Errors
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Synonyms and Antonyms 
  • Cloze Test

In the prelims exam, a total of 30 questions are asked from this section and the total marks allotted to this section are 30. In the Mains exam, 40 questions are asked from this section and it carries 40 questions. To ace English section, candidates should read newspapers and books. Candidates should especially read the editorial section of the newspapers to improve their vocabulary. The books that candidates can refer to for the exam are given below:

  • High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin
  • Objective General English by Arihant Publications
  • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
Q:   Are the syllabus of the IBPS Clerk and PO exams the same?
A: 

No, the syllabus for the IBPS Clerk and PO exams are not the same. The syllabus for the IBPS Clerk exam includes topics such as Reasoning, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness, while the syllabus for the IBPS PO exam includes additional topics such as Computer Knowledge and Marketing Aptitude. It is important to note that the level of difficulty of the exam is also different for the two posts. IBPS Clerk exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Clerks in 11 public sector banks in India. IBPS PO exam is conducted for recruitment of Probationary Officers in 11 public sector banks. The syllabus of IBPS PO exam is more vast than the IBPS Clerk exam.

Q:   What is the similarity in the syllabus of the IBPS Clerk and the RBI Assistant?
A: 

The syllabus of IBPS Clerk and RBI Assistant exams are quite similar in nature as they both test candidates on similar topics such as General Awareness, Numerical Ability, Reasoning and English language. However, there may be some slight differences in the specific areas of emphasis or the types of questions that are asked on each exam. For example, the RBI Assistant exam may place more emphasis on Economics and Banking-related topics, whereas the IBPS Clerk exam may focus more on General Knowledge and Current Affairs. There is also difference in the difficulty level. IBPS Clerk exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Clerks in the 11 participating public sector banks in India. RBI Assistant exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Assistants in RBI.

Q:   What is the ideal score to crack IBPS Clerk exam?
A: 

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) does not announce ideal score specifically for IBPS Clerk exam. The examination authority only announce the section-wise and overall cut off marks. Candidates need to secure equal to or more than the cut off marks inorder to qualify the exam. The score required to pass the exam varies depending on the number of candidates and the difficulty of the exam. However, generally speaking, the higher candidate's score, the better their chances of being selected for the clerk position. Candidates can also get an idea about the ideal score by checking the previous years' cut off marks. Candidates should prepare well for the exam inorder to qualify the exam.

Q:   Can I use the IBPS Clerk syllabus to prepare for other banking exams as well?
A: 

IBPS Clerk syllabus is same for all other Clerical level exams. Candidates preparing for other banking exams can use IBPS Clerk syllabus to clear the topics and concepts covered in the syllabus. However, candidates should always check the specific syllabus for the exam they are preparing for to ensure that they are focusing on the most relevant topics.

Q:   Where can I get IBPS RRB syllabus PDF?
A: 

IBPS RRB syllabus is formulated based on the previous years' question papers. Downloading the IBPS RRB syllabus PDF, candidates can check the important topics for the exam.

 

Q:   What is IBPS Clerk syllabus chapter-wise?
A: 

IBPS Clerk prelims syllabus comprises topics from Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and English Language. IBPS Clerk syllabus of Mains exam is divided into four sections: Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General/ Financial Awareness. The chapter-wise IBPS Clerk syllabus is given below:

English Language: Reading Comprehension, Error Detection/ Sentence Correction, Fill in the Blanks, Error Correction, Para Jumbles, Cloze Test.

Reasoning: Inequality, Seating Arrangement, Alphanumeric Series, Miscellaneous, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Data Sufficiency,  

Numerical Ability: Number Series, Simplification/ Approximation, Data Sufficiency, Average, Ratio and Proportion, Time and Distance, Relations and Permutation and Combination, Data Interpretation, Puzzles.

General Awareness: Current Affairs,  Monetary Plans, Indian Financial System,  Introduction to National Institutions,  Indian Banking System,  Banking Terms.

Computer Aptitude: Basics of Hardware and Software, Operating Systems,  Internet and Associated Topics,  Microsoft Office and Other Word Processing Software,  History of Computing,  Basic Computer Networking,  Basics of Databases,  Basics of Cyber Security Tools and Processes.

 

 

Q:   What are the common topics between IBPS Clerk and SSC CGL syllabus?
A: 

Both the IBPS Clerk and the SSC CGL exams cover similar topics such as: General English Quantitative Aptitude Reasoning Ability General Awareness (including current events and static general knowledge) However, there are some differences in the emphasis placed on certain topics between the two exams. For example, the SSC CGL place more emphasis on Mathematics and Statistics while the IBPS Clerk place more emphasis on Banking and Financial Awareness. IBPS Clerk exam is specifically for candidates interested in a career in the banking sector, while the SSC CGL is a general recruitment exam for various government positions. The topics given in IBPS Clerk syllabus 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.

Q:   What is IBPS Clerk prelims Quantitative Aptitude syllabus?
A: 

IBPS Clerk prelims Quantitative Aptitude section carries a total of 35 questions of 35 marks. Questions in this section are asked from Number Series, Data Interpretation, Simplification/ Approximation, Quadratic Equation, Data Sufficiency, Mensuration, Average, Profit and Loss, Ratio and Proportion, Work, Time, and Energy, Time and Distance, Probability, Relations, Simple and Compound Interest, Permutation and Combination. Usually, maximum questions are asked from Data Interpretation, Arithmatic, etc. To ace the Quant section of IBPS Clerk exam, candidates need to prepare well by solving the previous years' question papers.

Q:   What are the important topics for the IBPS Clerk Quantitative Aptitude section?
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In the Quantitative Aptitude section of IBPS Clerk candidates need to focus on Simplification, Number Systems, Ratio and Proportion, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Sequence and Series etc. In the prelims exam, a total of 35 questions are asked and carries 35 marks. In the Mains exam, a total of 50 questions are asked and carries 50 marks. To solve the questions in the Quant section easily, candidates must learn the shortcut trick and memorise the theorems. The tips and tricks to crack IBPS Clerk Quant section are given below: First candidates must go through the topics given in the IBPS Clerk syllabus They should clear their concepts referring to the high school Maths books Candidates must memorise the theorems Candidates must learn the shortcut tricks of solving questions in the exam as it helps in saving time
Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for English Language?
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IBPS RRB English Syllabus assesses candidate's proficiency in English Language including their understanding of grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, etc. To prepare this section, candidates are advised to practice reading, improve vocabulary, and focus on grammatical concepts to perform well in this section. IBPS RRB syllabus for English Language is given below:

  • Reading Comprehension: Questions are asked based on a passage that candidates need to read and understand, followed by answering questions related to the passage.
  • Cloze Test: A passage with certain words missing, and candidates are required to fill in the appropriate words to complete the passage.
  • Para jumbles: Sentences that are jumbled, and candidates need to rearrange them in the correct order to form a coherent paragraph.
  • Error Spotting: Sentences with errors, and candidates have to identify and correct the errors.
  • Sentence Improvement: Sentences with an underlined part, and candidates need to choose the correct option that improves the sentence's grammatical and contextual correctness.
  • Fill in the Blanks: Sentences with blanks, and candidates have to choose the appropriate words to fill in the blanks.
  • Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, and One-word Substitution.
  • Grammar: Basic grammar rules and concepts, such as tenses, verbs, nouns, pronouns, adjectives, etc.
 
 
Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for General Awareness?
A: 

IBPS RRB syllabus for General Awareness comprises questions based on the last one year or six months’ events. IBPS RRB syllabus for General Awareness is given below:

  • Current Affairs
  • State Current Affairs
  • International Current Affairs
  • Banking Awareness
  • Economy
  • Sports News
  • Financial Awareness
  • Govt. Schemes/ Apps
  • Ranks and Reports
  • Defence News
  • Science News
  • Obituaries
  • Static Awareness
Q:   What are the topics covered under the professional knowledge section of the IBPS RRB syllabus?
A: 

IBPS RRB syllabus for Knowledge section is given below:

Professional Knowledge syllabus for IT Officer

SectionTopics
Operating SystemSystem calls, Process concept, Multithreading Programming, Process Scheduling, Synchronization, Deadlock, Memory management concept, Indexes and sequences, File system, Secondary storage, System protection, Cryptography
DBMSDifference between file system and RDBMS, Database models, Normalization , keys and constraints, E-R diagram, Transaction, Concurrency control Management, Recovery and backup, Routing, View and Trigger, Cursors, SQL, Miscellaneous concepts(Data dictionary, data warehouse, data mining)
Data Communication and NetworkingTypes of networks, OSI model and protocols, Error detection and correction, Network devices and Models, Transmission Media, TCP/IP three way connection, IP addressing, Sorting, CSMA/CD and CSMA/CA, IEEE standards, DNS, Network security, Network Switching, Firewall
Data StructureTime Complexity and space complexity, Array, Linked List, Stack, Queue, Tree, Graph
OOPSIntroduction, Classes and methods, Encapsulation, Abstraction, Polymorphism, Inheritance
Compiler DesignLinker , loader, Phases of compilation, Lexical analyzer, Parsing theory, Code optimization, Intermediate code generation, Decision making in C
Basic Programming In CKeywords in C, Format specifiers, Data Types, Variables in C, Types of variables, Constants in C, Operators in C, Loops, Break, continue and Go statement, Array, String in C, Function in C, String Functions, Recursion, Pointer, Structure and Union, File input and output, Dynamic memory allocation and C pre procesor
Software engineeringSoftware process, SDLC models, Debugging, Cohesion and coupling, Testing, PHP, Pipelining
Web TechnologyWeb Design, HTML, CSS, Javascript, XML, Priority interrupt, Memory organization
Computer ArchitectureCPU organisation, General register organisation, Interrupt, Modes of transfer, Instruction and program control, Virtual memory

Syllabus for Law Officer

SectionTopics
LAWConstitution, Law of Contract, Specific Relief Act, IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, CPC, Administrative Law and Principles of Natural Justice, Jurisprudence and Interpretation of Statutes, Latin terms and maxims, Law of Torts, Consumer Protection Act, Arbitration and Concilliation Act, Transfer of Property Act, Companies Act 2013, Negotiable Instruments Act, FEMA, Banker's Books Evidence Act, DRT Act /RDBFI, Banking Ombudsman Scheme, Sarfaesi Act, RTI Act, Banking Regulation Act, Regional Rural Banks Act

Agriculture Officer

SectionTopics
Introduction to AgricultureSeasonal Crops (Rabi and Kharif), Basic of Crop Production, Agricultural Practices
AgronomyConcepts of Tillage, Cultivation Practices of Crops (Cereals, Pulses, Oil Seeds, Fiber Crops, Commercial Crops) , Cropping System, Irrigation, Weed Management, Sustainable Agriculture, Soil and Water Conservation, Organic Farming, Agrometeorology
Agro Forestry & Agro EcologyBasics of Agro Forestry & Agro Ecology
Concepts of SoilTypes of Soils in India , Properties of Soils (Physical, Chemical, Biological), Soil Fertility and Productivity, Manures and Fertilizer, Plant Nutrients, Nutritional deficiency, Problematic Soils
HorticultureBranches of Horticulture, Detailed Study of Horticulture Branches (Olericulture, Pomology, Floriculture)
Seed ScienceClassification of Seeds, Seed Certification
Plant PhysiologyPhotosynthesis, Respiration, Transpiration, Growth and Development, Plant Growth Regulators, Photoperiodism and Vernalisation
Basics of Plant Breeding and GeneticsIntroduction to Genetics, Plant Breeding, Methods of Pollination
Agriculture EntomologyStudy of Insects, Insecticides, Plant Protection Equipments, Major Pest of Cereals, Pulses, Oil Seeds and Horticultural Crops
Plant PathologyIntrodution to Plant Pathology, Plant Disease Control, Major Disease of Cereals, Pulses, Oil seeds and Horticultural Crops and their Control Measures
Animal HusbandryMajor Breeds of Livestock (Cattle, Buffalo, Swine, Goat , Sheep and Poultry), Types of Housing, Breeding System of Livestock, Care and Management of Rearing Animals and Poultry Birds, Common Disases of Rearing Animals and Poultry Birds
Agriculture EngineeringFarm Power and Machinery, Tillage Implements, Agriculture Structure and Process Engineering, Dairy Engineering, Irrigaton and Soil-water Converation Engineering
Fishery SciencesIntroduction to Fishery, Major Carps in India, Fisheries Management (Pond Management, Nutrition, Reproduction), Major Diseases
MiscellaneousLatest Developments & Schemes Related to Agriculture, Recent Discoveries, Latest Bt Crops and related Research

 

Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude?
A: 

IBPS RRB Quantitative Aptitude section assesses the candidate’s calculative ability. Questions are usually asked from Data Interpretation, SI and CI, Time and Work, Time & Distance, etc. IBPS RRB syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude is given below.

  • Number System
  • Data Interpretation - Bar Graph, Line Graph & Pie chart
  • HCF & LCM
  • Profit & Loss
  • Simple Interest & Compound Interest
  • Time & Work
  • Time & Distance
  • Decimal & Fraction
  • Averages
  • Mensuration
  • Simplification
  • Partnership
  • Percentages
  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Averages
  • Case Studies Charts and Graphs
  • Permutation & Combination
  • Probability
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IBPS Result 2025

IBPS result for different exams are announced online for Probationary Officers (PO), Specialist Officers, and Clerk. The candidates can check their scores by logging into their registered accounts. The result displays the qualifying status of candidates for the next round of selection. The scorecard is released a few days following the declaration of the result. The steps to check IBPS Result are given below:

  • Go to the official website 
  • Click on the PO, SO or Clerk result link 
  • Login to the registered account using the registration number, roll number and password or date of birth
  • Click on the submit button 
  • The result for the IBPS PO, SO or Clerk will appear on the screen

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to check IBPS PO Result?
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IBPS PO result is announced online on the official website of IBPS. To check the result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The result displays the qualifying status of candidates for the next round of selection process. The hard copy of the result is not sent to candidates by post. Candidates need to download their results online only. The steps to download IBPS PO result are given below: Visit the official website of IBPS Click on the IBPS PO result link In the login page, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth and password IBPS PO result appears on the screen Download the result and take its printout.
Q:   How to download IBPS Clerk result?
A: 

Do not worry if you forget the password while downloading IBPS Clerk result. You can retrieve the password by clicking the Forgot Password. Candidates need to enter certain details to retrieve the password. After resetting the password, candidates need to login with the new login credentials to check the result. Candidates should remember their passwords to check the result without any hassle. IBPS Clerk result is announced online on the official website. However, the direct link to check the result is provided on this page. The steps to check the result are provided below on this page:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS
  • Click the ‘IBPS Clerk result’ link on the page
  • Enter the registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
  • IBPS Clerk result status is displayed on the screen
  • Download the result and take its printout
Q:   What is IBPS PO normalisation of marks?
A: 
IBPS calculates the IBPS PO marks of the candidates through a method called normalisation that help candidates to get a rounded-up figure. Since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts and days the difficulty level of the question paper varies from one shift to another. Normalisation of score is done to balance and assist in fair evaluation. This method is followed both for prelims and Mains exams. Some of the benefits of normalisation are given below: The first assumption made for normalisation of marks is that the candidates across all the shifts of the exam have similar abilities The number of candidates appearing in the exam conducted by IBPS in large shifts is randomly done.
Q:   What after the declaration of IBPS Clerk result?
A: 

IBPS Clerk result is announced online on the official website for different stages of exams. Based on IBPS Clerk prelims result, candidates are selected for the Mains exam. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the final list. The final selection of candidates is done based on the marks obtained in the Mains exam.

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IBPS Cutoff 2025

IBPS Cutoff is the minimum qualifying marks that candidates need to secure in order to qualify for the exam. IBPS decides section-wise and overall cutoff marks. To qualify for each stage of the selection process, candidates need to score the IBPS cutoff marks.

 

 

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Q:   Will the IBPS Clerk prelims cutoff be counted for final selection?
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No, IBPS Clerk cut off of prelims is not counted for final selection. The cut off for the Mains exam are considered to calculate the final merit list. The prelims exam cut off is qualifying in nature. The prelims exam cut off is calculated out of 100. Candidates need to secure IBPS Clerk prelims cut off inorder to get selected for the Mains exam.
Q:   What are the factors that influence calculation of IBPS Clerk cut off marks?
A: 
IBPS Clerk cut off is calculated based on several factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, number of vacancies, number of candidates who appeared for the exam. Candidates are required to secure both the sectional and overall cut off marks. The corrected scores obtained by each candidate in different sessions are normalized using the equi-percentile method. Scores up to two decimal points are taken for the purpose of calculations.
Q:   How is IBPS Clerk final cut off calculated?
A: 

The interview score is sorted, considering only those who score above 40% (35% for SC/ST and PWD) in the interview.
80% weightage is given to the common written normalized score and then the remaining 20% is allotted to the interview.
While the IBPS clerk exams' final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the main examination. 

Only those who receive a score of at least 40% (or 35% for SC/ST and PWD) in the interview are taken into account for sorting the results.
The common written normalized score is given an 80% weighting, while the interview receives the remaining 20%.
While the ultimate selection for the IBPS clerk exams would be based on the results of the main examination. 

Hope this helps.

Q:   How is the cut-off of IBPS RRB calculated?
A: 

IBPS RRB cut off is the minimum qualifying marks which candidates need to secure inorder to qualify the exam. IBPS RRB cut off is applied on different sections and overall/total marks. IBPS RRB cut off for the prelims exam is calculated out of 80 marks. IBPS RRB Mains cut off is calculated out of 200 marks. The provisional allotment cut off is calculated out of 100 marks. Candidates securing equal to or more than the cut off marks are declared qualified in each stage of selection process. As the exam is conducted in different shifts, the cut off is calculated after normalising the marks of candidates. Normalisation of IBPS RRB cut off is done to maintain transparency in the examination process.

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IBPS Application Form 2025

IBPS application forms are released separately for IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO and IBPS RRB. Candidates as per their eligibility are required to apply online for the various IBPS exams. IBPS application form fee which is INR 850 for the General and OBC categories and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWBD candidates, needs to be paid online only.

How to Apply Online for IBPS Exams?

The steps to the application forms for various IBPS exams are given below:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS-ibps.in
  • Click the 'Apply Online' link provided against the exam notification
  • Register for the exam by filling in the required details
  • Registration ID and password are generated
  • Upload the scanned images of the photograph and signature
  • Fill in the basic details, personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, language known, etc
  • Select the preferred banks
  • Preview the IBPS application form
  • Upload left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
  • Pay the application through the online payment mode
  • Submit the application form and take a printout of the fee acknowledgement slip

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Q:   How should I choose banks in the IBPS PO application form?
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Applicants can choose their preferred banks in IBPS PO exam based on headquarters of the banks. The headquarters is one of the best criteria for choosing banks because whichever bank candidates they will find more number of branches in the state where the headquarter is located. Candidates can choose their preferred banks in the following manner: Best Choices for North India States: Delhi, Punjab, UP, UK, J&K, HP, Haryana and Rajasthan 1. Bank of Baroda 2. Punjab National Bank 3. Punjab & Sind Bank 4. Canara Bank Best choice for East & North East India States: Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Seven Sister states and Sikkim 1. Allahabad Bank 2. Punjab National Bank 3. Bank of Baroda 4. UCO Bank 5. United Bank of India 6. Canara Bank Best Choice for West & Central India States: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Goa 1. Bank of Baroda 2. Bank of Maharashtra 3. Canara Bank Best Choice for South India States: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala 1. Canara Bank 2. Indian Bank Number of vacancies: Candidates must also check the number of vacancies before choosing the banks. Based on NPA (Non-performing asset): Nowadays NPA is one of the key factor of banks to suffer through PCA (Prompt Corrective Action). As of now 9-10 PSU banks are under PCA because of the poor financial health. So check the NPA of each bank before choosing your preferences.
Q:   What is IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration?
A: 

IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration is a text which candidates need to upload while filling the application form. By uploading the handwritten declaration, candidates declare that the details provided in the application form are correct and valid. The text for the handwritten declaration is given below: The text for the handwritten declaration I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declares that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required. Applicants need to write the IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration in English on white paper with black ink. The file of handwritten declaration should be in jpg/jpeg. The dimensions should be 800x400 pixels in 200 DPI. The file size should be 50 kb to 100 kb.

Q:   What is the application fee for the IBPS RRB exam?
A: 

The application fee for IBPS RRB exam is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Applicants need to pay the application fee online only. The payment can be made by using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets. After final submission, an additional page of the online application form is displayed wherein candidates may follow the instructions and fill in the requisite details. If the online transaction is not successfully completed then candidates are advised to login again with their provisional registration number and password and pay the application fees/intimation charges online. On successful completion of the transaction, an e-receipt is generated. Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-receipt and online application form
containing fee details. 

Q:   How can I fill IBPS Clerk application form?
A: 
You need to fill IBPS Clerk application form online only. The application process comprises various stages-registration, uploading the scanned photograph and signature, filling the detailed application form, previewing the application form, fee payment, and taking a printout of the application form. Candidates are not required to sent the hard copy of their application forms to the examination authority. Candidates are required to fill their application forms carefully as editing of details is not allowed after final submission of application form. The steps to fill the application form are given below: Visit the official website of IBPS New users need to register for the exam first To register for the exam, candidates need to fill details such as candidate's name, email ID, contact number, etc. After successful registration, registration ID and password are generated Candidates need to upload their scanned photographs and signatures Fill the basic details, personal details, communication details, educational qualification, etc. Select the preferences of banks Upload the scanned left thumb impression and handwritten declaration Preview the application form Pay the application fee Submit the application form
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IBPS Eligibility Criteria 2025

The eligibility criteria for various exams are given below.

Exams Eligibility

IBPS PO eligibility criteria

Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline

Age limit: 20 to 30 years

IBPS Clerk eligibility criteria

Educational Qualification: Graduation

Age limit: 20 to 28 years

IBPS RRB eligibility criteria

Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Age Limit: 18 to 40 years (Vary as per the posts)

IBPS SO eligibility criteria

Age Limit: 20 to 30 years

Educational Qualification: Graduation (Vary as per posts)

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Q:   What is IBPS PO Age Limit?
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IBPS PO age limit prescribed for the exam is between 30 and 20 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit is provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories. The category-wise relaxation given to candidates are given below.

CategoryAge Relaxation (In Years)

SC/ST candidates

OBC category from the non-creamy layer

Persons With Disabilities

10 

Ex-Servicemen

Person Domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir Between 1980-1989

1984 Riot Victims

 

Q:   What is the eligiblity for various IBPS exams?
A: 

The eligibility for various IBPS exams are different. The post-wise eligibility criteria is given below.

IBPS PO Eligibility

 The age limit of candidates for IBPS PO is between 20 and 30 years. The educational qualification prescribed for the exma is graduation.

IBPS Clerk Eligibility

To apply for IBPS Clerk exam, the age limit should be between 20 and 28 years. The educational qualification prescribed for the exam is graduation.

IBPS RRB Eligibility

ria of IBPS RRB is given below.

ParametersSpecifications
Age Limit

Office Assistant/Clerk: 18 to 28 years

Officers Scale I: Above 18 and below 30 years

Officer Scale II: Above 21 and below 32 years

Officer Scale III: Above 21 and below 40 years

Educational Qualification The educational qualification is different for different posts. However, the basic educational qualification is graduation
Local Language Proficiency Candidates applying in any particular RRB are required to possess proficiency in the local language of the State/UT, in which the same is situated

IBPS SO Eligibility

The aspirants must be between 20 and 30 years. The educational qualification of IBPS SO is given below.

Post

IBPS SO Qualification 

IT Officer (Scale I)

BTech in Computer Science/ Applications, IT, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication or Electronics & Instrumentation

Or

Postgraduation in the above-mentioned field

Or

Graduate who has passed DOEACC 'B' level

Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I)

Four-year Graduation in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering or corresponding fields

Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I)

Postgraduation in Hindi with English as a subject at the Graduation level

Or,

Postgraduation in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the Graduation level 

Law Officer (Scale I)

Graduation in law (LLB) (The person should be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council)

HR/ Personnel Officer (Scale I)

Graduation with two-years full-time PG degree or Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HR, HRD, Social Work or Labour Law

Marketing Officer (Scale I)

Graduation with a two-year full-time degree in MMS (Marketing), MBA (Marketing), PGDBA, PGDBM, PGPM or PGDM with a specialisation in Marketing

Q:   What is IBPS SO eligibility?
A: 

IBPS SO eligibility is given below:

IBPS SO Age Limit: The aspirants must be between 20 and 30 years.

IBPS SO Educational Qualification: The post-wise educational qualification for IBPS SO exam is given below:

Post

IBPS SO Qualification 

IT Officer (Scale I)

BTech in Computer Science/ Applications, IT, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication or Electronics & Instrumentation

Or

Postgraduation in the above-mentioned field

Or

Graduate who has passed DOEACC ‘B’ level

Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I)

Four-year Graduation in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering or corresponding fields

Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I)

Postgraduation in Hindi with English as a subject at the Graduation level

Or,

Postgraduation in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the Graduation level 

Law Officer (Scale I)

Graduation in law (LLB) (The person should be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council)

HR/ Personnel Officer (Scale I)

Graduation with two-years full-time PG degree or Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HR, HRD, Social Work or Labour Law

Marketing Officer (Scale I)

Graduation with a two-year full-time degree in MMS (Marketing), MBA (Marketing), PGDBA, PGDBM, PGPM or PGDM with a specialisation in Marketing

Q:   Which are the participating banks for various IBPS exams?
A: 

The participating banks for various IBPS exams are given below.

IBPS PO

Participating BankParticipating Bank
Bank of BarodaCanara Bank
Indian Overseas BankUCO Bank 
Bank of IndiaCentral Bank of India 
Punjab National BankUnion Bank of India
Bank of MaharashtraIndian Bank
Punjab & Sind Bank-

IBPS Clerk

Bank NameBank Name

Bank of Baroda

Canara Bank

Indian Overseas Bank

UCO Bank

Bank of India

Central Bank of India

Punjab National Bank

Union Bank of India

Bank of Maharashtra

Indian Bank

Punjab & Sind Bank

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IBPS RRB

Name of RRBsState / UT

Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank

Telangana

Andhra Pragathi Gramin Bank

Andhra Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank

Arunachal Pradesh

Aryavart Bank

Uttar Pradesh

Assam Gramin Vikash Bank

Assam

Bangiya Gramin Vikash Bank

West Bengal

Baroda Gujarat Gramin Bank

Gujarat

Baroda Rajasthan Kshetriya Gramin Bank

Rajasthan

Baroda U P Bank

Uttar Pradesh

Chaitanya Godavari Grameena Bank

Andhra Pradesh

Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank

Chhattisgarh

Dakshin Bihar Gramin Bank

Bihar

Ellaquai Dehati Bank

Jammu & Kashmir

Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank

Himachal Pradesh

J & K Grameen Bank

Jammu & Kashmir

Jharkhand Rajya Gramin Bank

Jharkhand

Karnataka Gramin Bank

Karnataka

Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank

Karnataka

Kerala Gramin Bank

Kerala

Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank

Madhya Pradesh

Madhyanchal Gramin Bank

Madhya Pradesh

Maharashtra Gramin Bank

Maharashtra

Manipur Rural Bank

Manipur

Meghalaya Rural Bank

Meghalaya

Mizoram Rural Bank

Mizoram

Nagaland Rural Bank

Nagaland

Odisha Gramya Bank

Odisha

Paschim Banga Gramin Bank

West Bengal

Prathama UP Gramin Bank

Uttar Pradesh

Puduvai Bharathiar Grama Bank

Puducherry

Punjab Gramin Bank

Punjab

Rajasthan Marudhara Gramin Bank

Rajasthan

Saptagiri Grameena Bank

Andhra Pradesh

Sarva Haryana Gramin Bank

Haryana

Saurashtra Gramin Bank

Gujarat

Tamil Nadu Grama Bank

Tamil Nadu

Telangana Grameena Bank

Telangana

Tripura Gramin Bank

Tripura

Utkal Grameen Bank

Odisha

Uttar Bihar Gramin Bank

Bihar

Uttarakhand Gramin Bank

Uttarakhand

Uttarbanga Kshetriya Gramin Bank

West Bengal

Vidharbha Konkan Gramin Bank

Maharashtra

Q:   What is the educational qualification for IBPS Clerk?
A: 

The educational qualification for IBPS Clerk is Graduation. Final year candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam. Candidates must have an operating and working knowledge of computers. They must have either a Certificate/Diploma/Degree in computer operations/Language or have studied Computer/Information Technology as one of the subjects in the High School/College/Institute. Candidates must have proficiency in the Official Language of the State/ UT (candidates should know how to read/ write and speak the Official Language of the State/ UT) for which vacancies a candidate wishes to apply for is preferable. Candidates must meet the educational qualification fixed by the examination authority for appearing in the exam.

Q:   What is IBPS PO Educational Qualification?
A: 

IBPS PO educational qualification is a Degree/Graduation in any discipline from a university recognised by the government. Of India or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Candidates must possess valid marksheet/degree Certificate that they are graduate on the day they register and indicates the percentage of marks obtained in graduation while registration online. All educational mentioned by the examination authority should be from a university/institution/board recognised by government. Of India/approved by government/approved by government. Regulatory bodies and the final result should have been declared. Candidates who are in the final year of graduation are not eligible to apply for the exam. At the time of interview, candidates are required to submit the educational qualification certificates.

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IBPS Recruitment Process

The complete recruitment process of IBPS is explained below.

Step 1: IBPS Registration

This is the first stage of the recruitment process. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria are required to register online with IBPS for its various exams. Candidates can click the links below to know the application process for various IBPS exams.

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Step 2: IBPS Admit Card

IBPS issues admit cards online separately for different posts and stages of the exam. Candidates can access the admit card from the official website by logging in with their registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.

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Step 3: IBPS Exam

Candidates need to appear in the IBPS exam as per the details mentioned in the admit card. The exam is conducted across various cities spread throughout the country in multiple shifts. IBPS PO exam is conducted in three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. IBPS RRB exam is held in three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Single online exam, Interview. IBPS SO is conducted in three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Personal Interview. IBPS Clerk is conducted in two stages: Prelims and Mains exam.

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Step 4: IBPS Exam 

The result is announced online on the official website. IBPS result is announced separately for different posts and stages. The result can be accessed by logging in with the required credentials. Candidates qualifying for the prelims exam are selected for the mains exam. Candidates who qualify for the mains exam are called for interview (specific to the posts).

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Q:   How many banks participate in the recruitment process of IBPS Clerk?
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A total of 11 public sector banks participate in the recruitment process of IBPS Clerk. The list of participating banks is given below 1) Bank of Baroda 2)Canara Bank 3) Indian Overseas Bank 4) UCO Bank 5)Bank of India 6) Central Bank of India 7) Punjab National Bank 8)Union Bank of India 9) Bank of Maharashtra 10) Indian Bank 11) PSB The selection process of IBPS Clerk comprises prelims and mains exams. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the merit list. The marks obtained in the mains exam are counted for the merit list. The prelims and mains exams are conducted online. The selection process is carried out by IBPS. However, joining letters and verification of eligibility is done by the participating banks.

Q:   Is there any interview for IBPS Clerk selection?
A: 

There is no interview in IBPS Clerk exam. The selection process comprises two stages-prelims and Mains. Candidates qualifying the prelims exam are called for the Mains exam. The final selection of candidates is done based on the Mains exam. The marks obtained in the Mains exam are not counted for final selection. Allotment of candidates in the participating banks is done based on merit-cum-preference. The process of conducting interviews in Clerical level jobs was discontinued in 2015. The list of participating banks is given below:

  • Bank of Baroda
  • Canara Bank
  • Indian Overseas Bank
  • UCO Bank
  • Bank of India
  • Central Bank of India
  • Punjab National Bank
  • Union Bank of India
  • Bank of Maharashtra
  • Indian Bank
  • Punjab & Sind Bank
Q:   Can final year students apply for IBPS Clerk exam?
A: 

Final-year students cannot apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam. Candidates need to have graduation mark sheet on the date of application. As per the notification, the minimum qualification require candidates to have a graduation degree or equivalent from a recognised university. Candidates between 20 and 28 Years can apply for the IBPS Clerk post. There are certain age relaxations given to candidates belonging to reserved categories. As per the official notification, Candidates belonging to some category are given age relaxation like SC/ST (predetermined caste/predetermined tribe) 5 years, OBC (another backward classes-non-cream tier) 3 years, Disabled (PwD) 10 years Former service staff, including Emergency Situation Officer (ECO)/Short Service Officer (SSCO). 

Q:   What is IBPS RRB handwritten declaration?
A: 

IBPS RRB handwritten declaration is a text that candidates need to write in their own handwriting to declare that the details provided in the application form are correct and valid. The handwritten declaration should be written in English Language only. If IBPS find the IBPS RRB Handwritten Declaration inappropriate or written by anybody else or in any other language or in the capital letter, the application will be considered invalid and cancelled. The file size of IBPS RRB handwritten declaration should be between 50 to 100 kb and dimension should be between 800 x 400 pixels. The text for IBPS RRB handwritten declaration is given below:

“I,   (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."

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IBPS Exam Centres

The prelims and mains exams are conducted in multiple exam centres spread throughout the country. Candidates are directed to choose the exam cities for the prelims and mains exams while filling in the basic details parts in the application form. Candidates can choose one exam city each for prelims and mains exams. The list of exam cities for prelims and mains exams is given below.

IBPS Exam Centres for Prelims

State /UT/ NCR IBPS PO Prelims Exam Centre

Andaman & Nicobar

Port Blair

Andhra Pradesh

Chirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram

Arunachal Pradesh

Naharlagun

Assam

Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur

Bihar

Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea

Chandigarh

Chandigarh/Mohali

Chhattisgarh

Bhilai Nagar, Bilaspur, Raipur

Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Surat, Jamnagar

Delhi

Delhi/New Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram

Goa

Panaji

Gujarat

Ahmedabad, Anand, Gandhinagar, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara

Haryana

Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamuna Nagar

Himachal

Pradesh

Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una

Jammu &

Kashmir

Jammu, Samba, Srinagar

Jharkhand

Bokaro Steel City, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi

Karnataka

Bengaluru, Belgaum, Bidar, Davangere, Dharwad, Gulbarga,

Hassan, Hubli, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi

Kerala

Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrichur

Ladakh

Leh

Lakshadweep

Kavarrati

Madhya

Pradesh

Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain

Maharashtra

Amravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur

Manipur

Imphal

Meghalaya

Shillong

Mizoram

Aizawl

Nagaland

Kohima

Odisha

Balasore, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur

Puducherry

Puducherry

Punjab

Amritsar, Bhatinda, Fategarh Sahib, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali,

Pathankot, Patiala

Rajasthan

Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur

Sikkim

Bardang/ Gangtok

Tamil Nadu

Chennai, Coimbatore, Erode, Madurai, Nagercoil, Salem, Thanjavur, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelvelli, Vellore, Virudhunagar

Telangana

Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal

Tripura

Agartala

Uttar Pradesh

Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Faizabad, Ghaziabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Noida/ Greater Noida, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Sitapur, Varanasi

Uttarakhand

Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee

West Bengal

Asansol, Durgapur, Greater Kolkata, Hooghly, Kalyani, Siliguri

 IBPS Exam Centres for Mains

State /UT / NCR IBPS PO Main Examination Centre

Andaman & Nicobar

Port Blair

Andhra Pradesh

Guntur, Kurnool, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam

Arunachal Pradesh

Naharlagun

Assam

Guwahati, Silchar

Bihar

Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Muzzafarpur, Patna,

Chandigarh

Chandigarh/Mohali

Chhattisgarh

Raipur

Dadra & Nagar Haveli and

Daman & Diu

Surat

Delhi

Delhi/New Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram

Goa

Panji

Gujarat

Ahmedabad, Vadodra

Haryana

Ambala, Hissar

Himachal Pradesh

Hamirpur, Shimla

Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu, Srinagar

Jharkhand

Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Ranchi

Karnataka

Bengaluru, Hubli, Mangalore

Kerala

Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram

Ladakh

Leh

Lakshadweep

Kavaratti

Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, Indore

Maharashtra

Aurangabad, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune

Manipur

Imphal

Meghalaya

Shillong

Mizoram

Aizawl

Nagaland

Kohima

Odisha

Bhubaneshwar

Puducherry

Puducherry

Punjab

Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Patiala

Rajasthan

Jaipur, Udaipur

Sikkim

Bardang/ Gangtok

Tamil Nadu

Chennai, Madurai, Tirunelveli

Telangana

Hyderabad

Tripura

Agartala

Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Varanasi

Uttarakhand

Dehradun

West Bengal

Asansol, Greater Kolkata, Kalyani, Siliguri

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Q:   Will I be allotted IBPS Clerk exam centre as per my choice?
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Yes, IBPS Clerk exam centre is allotted as per the candidate's choice. However, the examination reserves the right to allot exam centres to candidates. In case of unavailability of exam centres chosen by candidates, they are allotted seat to the other exam centres. The details related to IBPS Clerk exam centres are mentioned on the IBPS Clerk admit card. Some of the important points related to IBPS Clerk exam centres are given below:

  • Candidates are required to select the exam centres while filling IBPS Clerk application form
  • Candidates can select around one exam city each for prelims and mains exam
  • IBPS Clerk exam centres are allotted to candidates as per their choices
  • IBPS reserves the right to cancel any of the IBPS Clerk exam centres or add some centres at their discretion
  • Allotment of exam centres depends upon the response and administrative feasibility etc
  • The institute also reserves the right to allot candidates to any centre other than the one selected by them
  • Candidates should choose IBPS Clerk exam centres carefully since they cannot be changed after the final submission of the application form
  • The details of exam centres are mentioned on IBPS Clerk admit card
  • The list of exam cities is released along with the notification
Q:   Which are the cities where IBPS Clerk prelims and Mains exams are conducted?
A: 
IBPS Clerk prelims exam is conducted in around 200 cities whereas the Mains exam is conducted in around 80 cities. Candidates are required to select one exam city each for the prelims and Mains exams. Candidates are required to select exam centres while filling the application form. The exam centres once selected by candidates cannot be changed. Therefore, candidates must choose their exam centres carefully.
Q:   Where will I get the details of IBPS Clerk exam centres?
A: 
The details regarding IBPS Clerk exam centres are mentioned on the admit card. The call letter comprises the centre code, address of the exam centre, reporting time, shift time, etc. After downloading the admit card, candidates should carefully check their exam centres. The exam centres once allotted to candidates are not changed under any circumstances.
Q:   What are IBPS Clerk shift timings?
A: 

The prelims exam of IBPS Clerk is conducted in four shifts: 9 am to 10 am, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, 2 pm to 3 pm, and 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. The reporting times are mentioned on the admit card. Candidates are required to reach the exam centres as per the reporting times. IBPS Clerk Mains exam is conducted in one shifts depending upon the number of candidates. IBPS Clerk shift timing for the Mains exam is 9:00 am -12.00 pm. The shift timings for IBPS Clerk prelims and mains exams are given below:

Mains Exam

Shifts

Reporting Time

Timings

Shift 1

8:00 AM

9:00 am – 11:40 pm

Prelims Exam

Shifts

Timings

Shift 1

09:00 am-10:00 am

Shift 2

11:30 am-12:30 pm

Shift 3

02:00 pm-03:00 pm

Shift 4

04:30 pm-05:30 pm

Q:   Which are the items prohibited inside IBPS exam centres?
A: 

Candidates are not allowed to carry mobile phones, any other communication devices, calculators, watches, cameras, metallic items, handbags, belts, caps, ornaments and any eatable items inside the IBPS exam centres. Anyone carrying these items will not be allowed to appear for the exam. They need to keep these belongings outside the exam centre.

Q:   Which are the items permitted inside IBPS exam centres?
A: 

Candidates are allowed to carry a ballpoint pen and ink stamp pad for affixing a thumb impression on the admit card. Stationery items such as textual material (printed or written), bits of papers, geometry/pencil box, plastic pouch, calculator, scale, writing pad, pen drives, log table, electronic pen/scanner. Any communication device such as bluetooth, earphones, microphone, pager, health band, etc. are not allowed inside the IBPS exam centre.

Q:   How many exam cities can I select for various IBPS exams?
A: 

Candidates can choose one test cities each for prelims and Mains exam for the various IBPS exams. The examination authority reserves the right to allot test cities to candidates. The test cities are allotted to candidates as per their preferences. 

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IBPS Exam Preparation Tips

Large number of candidates appear for the various IBPS exams. As the competition is high, preparation should be good. Here we have provided few tips to crack IBPS exams:

  • Go through the syllabus and exam pattern
  • Solve the previous years' question papers
  • Prepare a proper study plan and follow it dilligently
  • Solve section-wise and full-length mock tests
  • Dedicate equal time to each section
  • Solve similiar pattern of questions from each topics to gain better understanding
  • Clear the basic concepts of each topic

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Q:   What should be my strategy for the IBPS Clerk exam?
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To prepare for the IBPS clerk exam, you should start by familiarizing yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus. The exam consists of multiple-choice questions on various subjects such as English language, quantitative aptitude, reasoning ability, computer aptitude, and general awareness. You can start by practicing previous years' question papers and taking mock tests to get a sense of the exam's difficulty level. Additionally, there are numerous online and offline resources that offer study materials, practice tests, and coaching classes to help you prepare for the exam.It's also important to stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge, as it is a crucial part of the exam. You can read newspapers, watch news channels, and subscribe to current affairs magazines to keep yourself informed. Lastly, it's important to maintain a consistent study schedule and stay focused throughout the preparation process. With dedication and hard work, you can excel in the IBPS clerk exam.

Q:   How to prepare for IBPS Clerk in 2 months?
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The tips and tricks to crack IBPS Clerk in two months are given below: 

  • Prepare a proper study strategy for two months, plan every day of it
  • Keep yourself updated with the current affairs
  • Focus on section-wise study too because candidates need to clear sectional cut-offs as well
  • Time your mock tests as it will help during the examination
  • Work upon improving the speed and accuracy
  • Stay in positive mind frame
Q:   I am a currently working. How should I plan my IBPS Clerk preparation?
A: 
It is advised that you start preparation one year in advance. Take out atleast one or two hours daily for study. Do exhaustive study during weekend or holidays. First identify the important topics by analysing the previous years' question papers. Then start revising those topics. Make short notes of everything you learn as it will help in preparation. You should solve mock tests as much as possible to know the pattern of exam.
Q:   Can I prepare for IBPS Clerk exam without coaching?
A: 

Yes, candidates can prepare for IBPS Clerk exam without coaching. However, this will require dedication. Candidates need to go through the exam pattern and syllabus. Students should prepare a study plan and follow it dilligenty. They should practice previous years' question papers and sample papers. Mock test plays an important part in the exam preparation. Candidates must solve mock tests after revising the chapters. The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS Clerk exam without coaching are given below:

  • Candidates need to first properly understand the syllabus to know the topics they need to cover for the exam
  • Candidates should also go through the exam pattern to know the overall structure of the exam
  • It is important to practice previous years' questions to know the types of questions asked in the exam
  • Candidates must prepare a study routine which focuses on each and every topic
Q:   How can I crack IBPS clerk exam?
A: 

It is important for candidates to utilise the right resources to prepare for IBPS Clerk exam. The accurate preparation strategy helps candidates in moving ahead on the path to success. Candidates need to put in consistent and dedicated efforts to prepare for IBPS Clerk exam in the right direction. If candidates are preparing for the exam, it is essential for candidates to have an efficient study plan. This will help candidates to prepare in the best possible way. As this is a competitive exam, without study plan, candidates may struggle to clear the cutoff. The tips and tricks to prepare for the exam are given below:

  • For English Language, candidates can focus on the topics such as reading comprehension, cloze test, fillers, spotting errors, etc. Candidates can improve their comprehension by reading newspapers
  • For Reasoning Ability section, candidates must practice more questions on the topics such as puzzles, inequalities, syllogism, coding decoding, blood relations, seating arrangements
  • For Numerical Ability section, candidates must practice a variety of questions on different topics including simplification, number series, data interpretation, and quadratic equations.
  • Candidates must attempt mock tests inorder to identify the strengths and weaknesses
  • Candidates must focus on the important topics that carry higher weightage

 

Q:   How to prepare for IBPS SO Quant section?
A: 

The tips and tricks to prepare the IBPS SO Quant section are given below:

  • Learn the basics of calculus. Regular daily tests help candidates to review the basics and improve your problem-solving skills
  • Learn quick tips, formulas, and direct methods for various topics to speed things up. Increases calculation speed as time management is crucial in this section
  • Practice questions from previous year’s papers and take multiple mock tests to improve your speed
  • Important topics are Algebra, Geometry, DI (Bar/Limit Diagram), Profit and Loss, SI and CI, Trigonometry, Measurement, Time and Distance, and Time and Work.
Q:   What are the last minute preparation tips for IBPS Clerk exam?
A: 

Candidates can check below few tips and tricks to crack IBPS Clerk Mains exam:

  • Go through the syllabus and memorise the formulas and concepts
  • Candidates must attempt easier questions first instead of the difficult ones
  • Do not attempt every question as there is a negative marking 
  • Practice mock tests and analyse the strengths and weaknesses
  • Focus on revision and do not touch the new topic
  • Keep the mind calm and solve the questions patiently
Q:   How many hours to study for IBPS Clerk?
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Students should dedicate at least 6 hours daily for IBPS Clerk 2023 prelims exam. It is best to commit 1 to 2 hours for each subject and at least 2 hours for practising questions. It will take at least 30 days to cover all the relevant topics for IBPS Clerk prelims along with appropriate practice. For mains, General awareness needs to be covered, which students can start after covering the prelims syllabus. After covering the syllabus, students should focus on General Awareness (GA) and give as many full-length mocks as possible. Students should daily study GA for 3 hours, give at least 2 or 3 full-length mocks, and analyze them to identify and correct the mistakes. For IBPS Clerk Mains, students should regularly practice DI, Caselet DI, Puzzles and comprehension.

Q:   How can I clear my concepts regarding the Quantitative Aptitude section of IBPS Clerk exam?
A: 

To prepare the Quantitative Aptitude section, it is important to clear the concepts. You can clear your concepts by going through your high school Maths books. Practice the important topics given in the syllabus. The topics for Quantitative Aptitude are Number Series, Simplification/ Approximation, Quadratic Equations, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, etc. To prepare the Quantitative Aptitude section of IBPS Clerk exam requires a good understanding of basic mathematical concepts and the ability to solve problems quickly and accurately. Here are some tips to help you prepare:

  • Candidates must start reviewing the basics of Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry. Candidates must make sure that they are comfortable with Fractions, Percentages, Ratio and Equations
  • Practice solving problems using different methods. This help candidates to develop problem-solving skills and improve their speed and accuracy
  • Take mock tests and practice previous years' question papers
  • Candidates must refer to the good books
Q:   What are the important topics for IBPS Clerk Reasoning section?
A: 
In the Reasoning section of the IBPS Clerk exam, candidates need to focus on Seating Arrangements, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, etc. In the prelims exam, a total of 35 questions are asked and carries 35 marks. In the Mains exam, a total of 50 questions are asked and carries 60 marks. Candidates can prepare this section by referring to the previous years question papers and attempt mock tests. The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS Clerk Reasoning section are given below: Go through the topics given in the IBPS Clerk syllabus for Reasoning Maximum questions in this section are asked from Data Interpretation and Puzzles Candidates should practice previous year question papers and sample papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam Candidates must take sectional mock test for Reasoning and analyse their performance in the mock test
Q:   How do I prepare GK and computer syllabus for IBPS clerk?
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To prepare for the GK and computer syllabus for the IBPS Clerk exam, candidates should first familiarise themselves with the exam pattern and the topics that will be covered. For GK, candidates must focus on current events, banking and financial awareness, and general knowledge. Students can use resources such as newspapers, magazines, and websites that focus on banking and financial news. Candidates can also find practice questions and mock tests online to help them prepare for the exam. For the computer section, candidates should focus on the basics of computer hardware and software, as well as internet and networking concepts. Some resources candidates can use to study include computer tutorials and online courses, as well as books and study guides specifically designed for the IBPS Clerk exam. Additionally, candidates should also practice time management skills as they prepare for the exam. Take breaks, rest and practice self-care. This help candidates to stay focused and refreshed.
Q:   How to ace the General Awareness section of IBPS Clerk exam?
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To ace the General Awareness section of the IBPS Clerk exam, read newspapers and magazines to stay updated with the current events. The important topics for General Awareness are Current Affairs Monetary Plans, Indian Financial System, Introduction to National Institutions, Indian Banking System, Banking Terms, etc. The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS Clerk exam are given below:

  • First and foremost, make sure you are familiar with the current events happening in India and around the world. This includes national and international news, as well as important events in the fields of science, technology, sports, and entertainment
  • Study the static aspects of general awareness like Indian Constitution, Indian Economy, Indian Geography, Indian Polity, Indian History, Indian Culture and Indian Banking System
  • Practice with mock tests and sample papers to get a sense of the types of questions that will be asked on the exam
  • Get yourself familiar with the latest happenings and updates of the banking sector

 

Q:   How to prepare for IBPS Clerk in 6 months?
A: 

To prepare for IBPS Clerk 2023 in 6 months, candidates need to be consistent with their studies. Candidates need to examine the previous years' question papers for difficulty level, important topics, expected topics, etc. Divide the study time into three stages: understanding the fundamentals, practicing different patterns of questions and analysis of performance. IBPS Clerk 2023 preparation tips for 6 months are given below:

  • Start preparing General Awareness from the first day without any delay
  • Focus on improving speed. The questions are not too difficult but candidates must have the speed to solve the questions
  • Solve IBPS Clerk previous years' question papers to get an idea of the paper pattern and question level
  • Candidates must train their minds to decide to choose the questions that they are going to solve in the examination
  • Find strength and candidates must prepare in a way that they can solve any question from the chapter

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Q:   How to prepare for IBPS Clerk in one month?
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One month time is really less, but with strategy and hard efforts, candidates can surely achieve their goals. If the basics are clear and candidates are already preparing then it is possible to crack the exam in one month.

  • Start giving mocks on a daily basis and also analyse them thoroughly
  • Candidates should not divert attention from their goal and concentrate only on exam preparation
  • Candidates should follow a set time table diligently
  • Candidates should focus more on the weak sections and practice more mock tests on it
  • Candidates should solve previous years’ IBPS Clerk question papers and attempt topic-wise mock tests at regular intervals
  • Aspirants should revise all the topics included in the syllabus 
Q:   How to prepare for IBPS Clerk in 3 months?
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Preparing for the IBPS clerk exam in three months is not a tough task, and the aspirants need to devote more time for the exam preparation so that they can clear the exam with flying colours. To crack IBPS Clerk 2023 in three months, candidates must follow the strategy below:

  • Segregate & set targets
  • Self analysis based on the subject
  • Learn shortcut and tricks
  • Enhance speed & \accuracy
  • Focusing on English and General Knowledge
  • Practice regularly
  • Attempt IBPS Clerk mock tests

Also Read: IBPS Clerk last minute preparation tips for prelims

Q:   How to start preparing for IBPS RRB?
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The tips and tricks to crack IBPS RRB exam are given below:

  • Candidates must understand exam pattern and syllabus/. They should know the important topics for the exam
  • Candidates must create a study plan and that must include all the subjects
  • Focus on strengths and weaknesses by Identifying and working on weak areas
  • Candidates must revise properly for the exam
Q:   How to prepare for IBPS RRB PO exam?
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The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB PO exam are given below:

  • IBPS RRB PO exam is divided into two parts-prelims and Mains exams. Candidates should understand the exam pattern and syllabus for each of these exams and focus on the areas where they need improvement
  • Candidates must choose the right set of books and online resources to prepare for the exam. Candidates must sure to refer to the latest edition of books and resources to prepare well for the exam
  • Candidates must practice as many mock tests as they can. This will help candidates to understand the exam pattern and time management better
  • Candidates should stay updated with the current affairs 
  • It is important to revise regularly to retain what they have learned. Make sure to study every day to ensure that they do not forget it

     
     
  • Candidates must believe on their preparation
Q:   How to prepare for IBPS RRB Clerk exam?
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IBPS RRB Clerk exam comprises two stages-prelims and mains. The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB Clerk exam are given below:

  • Candidates must have a thorough understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern
  • Candidates must make a realistic plan and follow it accordingly
  • Candidates must dedicate equal time to each section and plan their study plan accordingly
  • Candidates must go through the previous years' question papers to understand the type of questions asked in the exam
  • Candidates must also practice mock tests to improve their speed and accuracy of solving questions
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Candidates can refer to the subject-wise best books for IBPS exam.

Quantitative Aptitude

Books Author/Publication

Quantitative Aptitude Book

Wiley’s Publication

Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examination

The Pearson Guide

Teach Yourself Quantitative Aptitude

Arun Sharma

Rapid Quantitative Aptitude with Shortcuts & Tricks

Disha Publication

Quantitative Aptitude

Sarvesh Verma

Fast Track Objective Arithmetic

Rajesh Verma (Arihant Publication)

Quantitative Aptitude

Disha Experts

English Language

Books Author/Publication

Word Power Made Easy

Norman Lewis

English Grammar & Composition

Wren & Martin

Descriptive General English

S P Bakshi and Richa Sharma

Objective English for Competitive Examinations (5th Edition)

Hari Mohan Prasad, Uma Rani Sinha, Mcgraw Hill Education Publication

Essential Grammar In Use (3rd Edition)

Raymond Murphy, Cambridge University Press New Delhi

New Pattern English Language for SBI/IBPS Bank PO

Disha Experts

General Awareness

Books Author/Publication

Guide to Banking General Awareness

R.Gupta

Manohar Pandey Book

Arihant Publications

Manorama Yearbook ( English) Paperback

Philip Mathew 

Reasoning Ability

Books Author/Publication

A Modern approach Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

BS Sijwali

Verbal Reasoning

RS Agarwal

A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non Verbal

B S Sijwali

Logical reasoning

K Kundan

Test of Reasoning

Pearson Publication

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

Kiran Publication

Lucent’s Reasoning

Lucent

Analytical Reasoning

M K Pandey

A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal and Non-Verbal

Arihant Publication

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Q:   What are the best books for IBPS PO?
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IBPS PO is a competitive exam which is largely participated by the banking aspirants. To crack the exam, candidates need to have good level of preparation. Choosing the best books for IBPS PO exam becomes important as it will help candidates to clear the concepts of topics given in the syllabus. The section-wise best books for IBPS PO exam is given below:

English Language

  • Word Power Made Easy by Normal Lewis
  • English Grammar & Composition by Wren and Martin
  • Descriptive General English by S P Bakshi and Richa Sharma
  • Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Hari Mohan Prasad, Uma Rani Sinha, Mcgraw Hill Education Publication

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal
  • Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma (Arihant Publication)
  • Data interpretation by Arun Sharma

Reasoning Ability

  • A Modern approach Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by BS Sijwali
  • Verbal Reasoning by RS Agarwal
  • A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non Verbal by B S Sijwali
  • Logical reasoning by K Kundan
  • Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey

General Awareness

  • Manorama Yearbook by Philip Mathew

Computer Aptitude

  • Computer by Rani Ahilya
  • Objective Computer Awareness by Somya Ranjan Behera
Q:   Which books to refer for English section of IBPS PO exam?
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Questions in the English section are asked from Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para jumbles, Miscellaneous, Fill in the blanks, Multiple Meaning/Error Spotting and Paragraph Completion. The books to refer to for English section of IBPS PO exam are given below:

Word Power Made Easy by Normal Lewis

English Grammar & Composition by Wren and Martin

Descriptive General English by S P Bakshi and Rich Sharma

Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Hari Mohan Prasad, Uma Rani Sinha, Mcgraw Hill Education Publication

Candidates can prepare the English Language section by practicing previous years’ question papers. They should also read books and newspapers to improve vocabularly.

Q:   Which books to refer for Reasoning section of IBPS PO exam?
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The best books to refer to for Reasoning section of IBPS PO exam are given below: A Modern approach Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by BS Sijwali Verbal Reasoning by RS Agarwal A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non Verbal by B S Sijwali Logical reasoning by K Kundan Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey. IBPS PO syllabus for Reasoning is given below:

Seating Arrangement and Puzzles: Questions from this topic are based on Linear, Square or circular puzzles. Around 15 questions and three sets are asked in this section.

Inequality: Approximately 5 questions are asked from this topic.

Syllogism: Candidates can expect questions from reverse syllogism

Coding-Decoding: Word-based and sentence-based coding are asked in this section. Candidates can expect three to four questions.

Miscellaneous Problems: Questions are asked from numerous topics like Blood Relations, Direction sense, Order and Ranking, Alphanumeric Series, etc.

Q:   What are the best books for IBPS Clerk exam?
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The best books for IBPS Clerk exam are given below: English Language High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin Objective General English by Arihant Publications Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis Quantitative Aptitude Quantitative Aptitude by R S Agarwal Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma Objective Mathematics for Competitive Exams by Tarun Goal Fast Track Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma Reasoning Ability Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Agarwal Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey A New Approach to Reasoning: Verbal and Non-Verbal by BS Sijwali and Indus Sijwali General and Financial Awareness India Year Book Manorama Yearbook Banking Awareness by Arihant Publications Lucent's GK book Computer Aptitude Banking & Computer Aptitude for IBPS Bank Clerk/PO Exams Paperback Computer Knowledge by Odisha Publication Computer Awareness by Arihant Publication Objective Computer Knowledge and Literacy by Kiran Publication.
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IBPS Salary

The post-wise salaries of IBPS exam such as Clerk, PO, SO, Office Assistant, Officers Scale I are given below.

Exam IBPS Salary
IBPS PO Salary The basic salary is INR 36,000
IBPS Clerk Salary The first basic pay for IBPS Clerk 2022 will be INR 19,900. The IBPS Clerk pay scale is INR 19900-1000/1-20900-1230/3-24590-1490/4-30550-1730/7-42600-3270/1-45930-1990/1-47920
IBPS SO Salary The basic pay of candidates is INR 23,700 for Scale I
IBPS RRB PO Salary INR 51,000 to 58,000
IBPS RRB Clerk INR 55,000 to 60,000
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Q:   What is the increment offered to IBPS Clerk?
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The initial basic pay of IBPS Clerk is INR 19,900 with a yearly increment of INR 1000 for three years. The basic pay of IBPS Clerk is INR 20,900 with a yearly increment of INR 1230 for the next three years. The basic pay of IBPS Clerk is INR 24,590 with a yearly increment of INR 1490 for the next four years. The basic pay is INR 30,550 with a yearly increment of INR 1730 for the next seven years. The basic pay of IBPS Clerk is INR 42,600 with a yearly increment of INR 3270 for the next year.
Q:   What is the IBPS Clerk career growth?
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Candidates are offered promotions as per their performance. After becoming PO, there are seven scales in the officer cadre. The post-wise hierarchy is given below: Scale 1-Officer / Assistant Manager Scale 2-Manager Scale 3-Senior Manager Scale 4-Chief Manager Scale 5-Asst. General Manager Scale 6-Deputy General Manager Scale 7-General Manager.
Q:   Is IBPS RRB a good job?
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There is tremendous scope for progress in this job profile. IBPS RRB Office Assistants are able to get promoted to Officers' posts through deputation and experience. The chances of being promoted to a higher Managerial Scale level are very high. Candidates selected to the post of Assistants are entitled to a good salary. The post-wise salary of IBPS RRB is given below.

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose): INR 15000-19000

IBPS RRB Officer (Scale I): INR 29,000-33,000

Officer Scale-II: INR 33,000-39,000

Officer Scale III: INR 8,000-44,000

Q:   What is IBPS RRB Salary?
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The salary structure for IBPS RRB office assistants range between INR 7200-400/3-8400-500/3-9900-600/4-12300-700/7-17200-1300/1-18500-800/1-19300.

IBPS RRB Posts

IBPS RRB salary (In-hand Salary)

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

INR 15000-19000

IBPS RRB Officer (Scale I)

INR 29,000-33,000

Officer Scale-II

INR 33,000-39,000

Officer Scale III

INR 8,000-44,000

Q:   What is the starting salary of IBPS RRB PO?
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The initial basic pay of IBPS RRB PO/Officers Scale 1 is INR 36,000. The salary structure is based on the 10th Bipartite Setllement and the pay scale of IBPS RRB PO is INR 36,000 – 1,490/7 – 46,430 – 1,740/2 – 49,910 – 1,990/7 – 63,840. The initial basic pay of IBPS RRB PO is INR 36,000, and after annual increments over the years, the maximum basic pay can reach up to INR 63,840. 

Q:   Is IBPS Clerk a permanent job?
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IBPS Clerk is a permanent job. All candidates selected for IBPS Clerk exam will be on a probation period of six months. After this period, candidates are confirmed as permanent employees only after an assessment through a test or review of their performance in the probation period. Candidates for the post of IBPS Clerk is selected based on the performance in the Mains exam. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the final merit list. IBPS Clerk prelims exam pattern is such that it is divided into three sections-Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability and English Language. The total marks allotted to the prelims exam are 100. The mains exam comprises General/ Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 200.

Q:   What is IBPS Clerk salary?
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The public sector banks in India offer lucrative salaries to Clerical cadre posts along with various perks, incentives and benefits. Therefore, the in-hand salary of an IBPS Clerk may range between INR 28,000 to 30,000 per month. The following allowances are offered to IBPS Clerk: Dearness Allowance: This component is 4 per cent of the Basic Pay. DA depends on the CPI and is revised after every three months. House Rent Allowance: The HRA is dependent on the location of the posting. It is 8.5 per cent of the Basic Pay for Metro Cities, 7.5 per cent of the Basic Pay for cities having a population of more than 5 Lacs, and 6.5 per cent of the Basic Pay for other cities. Travel Allowance: The official tours and travels will be reimbursed by the bank. Medical Allowance: For IBPS Clerks, the amount is fixed at INR 2000. Medical allowance is provided once in a year. Special Allowance: For IBPS Clerk this amount is fixed at INR 4118.

Q:   What is the pay scale of IBPS PO?
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IBPS PO pay scale is INR 23700 - (980 / 7) - 30560 - (1145 / 2) - 32850 - (1310 / 7) – 42020, including INR 980 is the annual increment that will add up to the basic salary, and it will be applicable for 7 years. The basic salary after 7 Years is INR 30,560. Also, the basic IBPS PO salary after 7 + 2 Years is INR 32,850 and the basic salary after 7 + 2 + 7 Years is INR 42,020. (as per the 10th Bipartite settlement). The basic IBPS PO salary is INR 36,000. Besides, candidates get other allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), and Special Allowances are also there. 

Q:   What is the career growth of IBPS RRB Officers Scale 1?
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IBPS RRB Officers Scale 1 is on probation for two years. After its completion, candidates are promoted to Assistant Manager. The career growth of IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 is mentioned below:

  • IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (PO) 
  • Assistant Manager  
  • Deputy Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Senior Branch Manager
  • Chief Manager
  • Assistant General Manager
  • Deputy General Manager  
  • General Manager
Q:   What is the job profile of IBPS RRB Officer?
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The job responsibilities of IBPS RRB Officer are given below:

  • Customer Dealing
  • Bank Retail Operations
  • Loan Documentations
  • Verifying Cash and Payment Transactions
  • Maintaining Important Data and Files
Q:   What are the perks offered to IBPS RRB Officers?
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The perks offered to IBPS RRB Officers are given below.

  • Travel Allowances: Candidates are offered travelling allowance or reimbursement of the money spent on petrol/diesel.
  • Leased Accommodation: Banks mostly provide their employees either a bank quarter to stay in or gives an option to lease a house for which the bank is accountable for providing the rent.
  • Medical Reimbursement: The banks also provide a fixed amount to their employees for medical treatment.
  • Pension Schemes
  • Miscellaneous
Q:   What are the allowances offered to IBPS RRB?
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The allowances offered to IBPS RRB Officers are given below.

Dearness Allowance

46.5% of the basic pay.

House Rent Allowance

For Rural Areas: 5% of the basic pay

For Semi-urban Areas: 7.5% of the basic pay

For Urban Areas: 10% of the basic pay

Special Allowances

7.75% of the basic pay.

 

Q:   What is the job profile of IBPS RRB PO?
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The job profile of IBPS RRB PO is given below:

  • Disburse loans
  • Manage numerous tasks of the bank
  • Auditing the tasks
  • Upliftment of the rural economy
  • Disburse the loans
Q:   What is IBPS RRB Clerk salary structure?
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The starting salary for an IBPS RRB Clerk is INR 19900 per month and the pay scale of an IBPS Clerk is INR 19900-1000/1-20900-1230/3-24590-1490/4-30550-1730/7-42600-3270/1-45930-1990/1-47920. IBPS RRB Clerk salary structure is given below.

Parameters

Amount (INR)

Basic Pay

19900

SPL Allow

3263.60

DA Amount

8049.17

HRA Amount

2167.88

CCA Amount

0.00

HFA/BBA

0.00

NPSI

2812.00

CASH

1250.00

Gross Pay

INR 37442.65

Q:   What are the job responsibilities of IBPS RRB Clerk?
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The job profile of IBPS RRB Clerk is given below:

  • Opening account and printing passbooks
  • Transactions of cash
  • Passbook printing
  • Withdrawal of payments
  • Cash Counter Management
Q:   What is the per month salary for IBPS Clerk?
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Selected candidates will get a salary amount only after a few deductions, called in-hand salary. The In-hand salary for the Tier-I, Tier-II and Tier-III cities is different. For example, if you are posted in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, your in-hand salary amount would be slightly more than others. The In-hand salary given will be inclusive of allowances as per the 7th pay commission. 

  • The basic pay of an IBPS clerk is INR 19,900 per month.
  • The pay scale of IBPS Clerk is INR 11765-655/3-13730-815/3-16175-980/4-20095-1145/7-28110-2120/1-30230-1310/1-31540
Q:   What is the annual salary of IBPS Clerk?
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IBPS offers a lucrative IBPS Clerk salary according to 7th pay commission. The annual salary is around INR 3 to 4 Lacs along with various allowances and perks. IBPS Clerk salary depends on the location they are currently working. Apart from salary, candidates are given house rent allowance, dearness allowance, medical allowance, travel allowance, special allowance and transport allowance.
Q:   What is the year-wise increment offered to IBPS Clerk?
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The year-wise increment offered to IBPS Clerk is given below:

  • Initial Basic Pay: INR 19,900 with a yearly increment of INR 655 for three years.
  • Basic Pay After 3 Years: INR 20,900 with a yearly increment of INR 815 for the next three years.
  • Basic Pay After the Next 3 Years: INR 24,590 with a yearly increment of INR 980 for the next four years.
  • Basic Pay After the Next 4 Years: INR 30,550 with a yearly increment of INR 1,145 for the next 7 years.
  • Basic Pay After Next 7 Years: INR 42,600 with a yearly increment of INR 2,120 for the next one year.
  • Basic Pay After Next 1 Year: INR 45,930 with a yearly increment of INR 1,310 for the next one year.
  • Basic Pay After Next Year: INR 47,920 (Maximum Basic Pay).
Q:   What is IBPS Clerk job profile?
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IBPS Clerk is an entry-level post. IBPS Clerk is a post that offers a lot of learning as well as opportunities. The job profile of IBPS Clerk is given below: Verification of various documents and proofs submitted by the customers Responsible for bank cash, various important documents, keys, etc. Sanctioning of withdrawals by the customers Maintaining the various documents of the bank, balance sheets, ledger, etc. Resolving the various issues of the customers Issuing of Demand Drafts (DDs), bank accounts for the customers, cash receipts, etc. Providing information about the latest schemes and government policies Providing guidance to customers relating to various banking activities Attending to treasury works Updating the passbooks of account holders Resolving queries of the customers Miscellaneous tasks.

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Q:   Is the IBPS PO exam tough to crack?
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The difficulty level of IBPS PO exam varies depending on the variety of factors such as the number of applicants, the level of competition, and the complexity of the material being tested. IBPS PO is a competitive exam that requires significant amount of preparation and hard work in order to clear the exam. It is important to familarise themselves with the exam format and syllabus. Candidates must also solve the previous years' question papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam. The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS PO exam are given below:

  • The first and foremost step towards IBPS PO exam preparation is knowing the syllabus and exam pattern
  • Candidates must also go through the previous years’ cut off marks to know the level of competition and prepare accordingly for the exam
  • After going through the syllabus, candidates must prepare preparation strategy for the exam based on the important topics
  • Candidates must also solve the previous years’ question papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam
  • Candidates must also attempt mock test to improve speed and accuracy
Q:   Is there any probation period for IBPS PO?
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Yes, candidates selected for the post of IBPS PO will be on probation for two years. During probation, the performance of candidates is assessed. They need to undergo training in the various branches. On successful completion of training, candidates are confirmed to the position of Probationary Officers. During the probation period, candidates are trained on various banking services. They are also required to undergo certain banking courses. The pay scale of candidates is INR 23,700-(980 x 7) -30,560-(1145 x 2)-32850-(1310 x 7)-42,020. The basic salary of IBPS PO is INR 36,000. Besides the salary, candidates are also entitled to various perks and benefits.

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