The IBPS PO 2024 exam will be conducted on October 19 and 20, 2024. The Institue of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is expected to release the IBPS PO 2024 admit card online on its official website - ibps.in. The IBPS PO 2024 admit card is expected to be released by October 10, 2024. The IBPS PO PET Dates and PET admit card is expected soon. The IBPS PO 2024 advertisement was released on August 1 for 3,955 vacancies. The main exam will be conducted on November 30, 2024.
IBPS PO 2024 Admit Card (SOON): The IBPS PO 2024 exam is expected to release the IBPS PO Pre-Exam Training (PET) dates and its admit card soon on its official website - ibps.in. The Institue of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will conduct the IBPS PO 2024 on October 19 and 20, 2024. The candidates will be required to download their IBPS PO admit card 2024 to know their exam date and exam centre.
The IBPS PO 2024 exam will be conducted as a Computer-Based Exam(CBE). The IBPS PO 2024 admit card for the exam is expected to be released on October 10, 2024. The IBPS PO exam selects the candidates as Probationary Officers in 11 participating banks. Besides, candidates are also entitled to various perks and allowances. Read below for more details on IBPS PO 2024 exam. There is no provision of application correction so the candidates should check their details twice before submitting the IBPS PO application.
Q: Are the IBPS PO 2024 Vacancies Decreased?
The Institute of Baking Personnel Selection (IBPS) revised the number of vacancies in the IBPS PO 2024 exam. The original number of IBPS PO 2024 vacancies notified were 4,455. But later, the IBPS revised the number of vacancies to 3,955. The Central Bank of India reduced the number of vacancies from 2,000 to 1,500.
The last date to apply online for IBPS PO 2024 exam is August 21, 2024. The IBPS PO 2024 exam will be conducted on October 19 and 20.
Q: What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO 2024?
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the IBPS PO 2024 notification on August 1. The IBPS provides 20 days for the application process. The last date to apply online for the IBPS PO 2024 exam is August 21, 2024. The candidates will be required to fill out the IBPS PO online application on the official website - ibps.in.
The IBPS PO 2024 exam will be conducted on October 19 and 20.
Q: What is IBPS PO exam pattern?
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.
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IBPS PO 2024
The IBPS PO 2024 notification was released online on August 1, 2024. The IBPS notified 3,955 vacancies after modifying the official notification. The official notification mentioned the eligibility for the applications to the IBPS PO 2024. Any graduate candidate can apply for the IBPS PO 2024 exam. The selection process of IBPS PO comprises
- Prelims exam
- Mains exam
- Interview
The last date to apply online for the IBPS PO exam was August 28. The candidates can apply online only and there is no provision for offline application. The fee submission is online too. The candidates can see more information about the IBPS PO exam 2024.
IBPS PO 2024 Admit Card
The IBPS will release the IBPO admit card around ten days before the exam. The IBPS PO prelims will be conducted on October 19 and 20. It is expected that the IBPS PO admit card 2024 expected to be released by October 10.
Q: What are the section-wise total marks for IBPS PO exam?
In the prelims exam of IBPS PO, the English section carries 30 marks whereas the Quant and Reasoning sections carries 25 marks. In the Mains exam of IBPS PO, the total marks allotted to the English section are 40 whereas the Data Interpretation and Analysis, Reasoning and Computer Aptitude section carries 60 marks each. The General Awareness section carries 40 marks.
Section-Wise Distribution of Marks in Prelims Exam
Sections | Total marks |
English Language | 30 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 35 |
Reasoning Ability | 35 |
Total | 100 |
Section-Wise Distribution of Marks in Mains Exam
Section name | Total marks |
English Language | 40 |
Data Interpretation and Analysis | 60 |
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 60 |
General Awareness | 40 |
Total | 200 |
English (Essay and Letter Writing) | 25 |
Grand Total | 225 |
Q: What is the pay scale of IBPS PO?
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 IBPS PO prelims exam pattern?
IBPS PO prelims exam is the first stage of selection process. The test carries three sections- Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The prelims exam carries 100 marks. Candidates gets 60 minutes to solve the question paper. Candidates qualifying the prelims exam are called for theMainsexam. The structure of IBPS PO prelims exam is given below.
Sections | Total questions | Total marks | Duration (In minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 |
Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 |
Total | 100 | 100 | 60 |
Q: Which are the scoring topics of IBPS PO Reasoning section?
Some of the most scoring topics in IBPS PO Reasoning section are number series, coding-decoding, blood relation, direction and distance, seating arrangements, syllogism, cause and effect and data sufficiency. To ace the Reasoning section, candidates need to practice the previous years' question papers and mock tests. Candidates must complete revising the topics given in the IBPS PO syllabus. The tips to prepare for IBPS PO Reasoning section are given below:
- Candidates need to understand the syllabus of the Reasoning section. They must focus on the important topics
- Candidates must practice the previous year question papers to know the types of questions asked in the exam
- It is important to take the mock test as it helps to identify the strengths and weaknesses. It also help in improving the speed and accuracy
- Candidates must solve puzzles regularly to improve their logical and analytical skills
- Candidates must refer to the best books for the Reasoning section
Q: What is IBPS PO Mains exam pattern?
IBPS PO Mains exam comprises both objective and subjective-type questions. Questions in the objective section are asked from Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation. Questions in the subjective section are asked from English Language (Letter Writing and Essay. The duration of the exam is 3 hours 30 minutes. The total marks allotted to the test are 225. The structure of IBPS PO Mains exam pattern is given below.
Section name | Total questions | Allotted Time | Total marks |
English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 |
Data Interpretation and Analysis | 35 | 45 | 60 |
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | 60 |
General Awareness | 40 | 35 | 40 |
Total | 155 | 180 | 200 |
English (Essay and Letter Writing) | 2 | 30 minutes | 25 |
Grand Total | 157 | 3 hours 30 minutes | 225 |
IBPS PO 2024 - List of Participating Banks
The candidates should note that the IBPS PO is a common exam conducted to recruit Probationary Officers in the participating banks. The list of banks participating in IBPS PO 2024 is as follows:
| Participating Bank | Participating Bank |
|---|---|
| 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 | - |
IBPS PO 2024 Overview
The candidates can see below the IBPS PO 2024 exam highlights:
| IBPS PO 2024 Exam Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
IBPS PO |
| Conducting Body |
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam Level |
National level |
| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| IBPS PO 2024 Vacancies |
4,455 3,955 |
| IBPS PO 2024 Application Start Date | 01-Aug-2024 |
| IBPS PO 2024 Application End Date | 21-Aug-2024 28-Aug-2024 |
| Application Fee | INR 850 for the General and OBC categories INR 175 for SC/ST/PWBD candidates |
| Mode of Exam |
Online |
| IBPS PO 2024 Prelims Exam Date |
19-Oct-2024 & 20-Oct-2024 |
| IBPS PO 2024 Main Exam Date |
30-Nov-2024 |
| IBPS PO 2024 Interviews Date |
January/February 2025 |
| Total Registrations |
5.74 Lakh (As per 2021-22 data) |
| Total Test Takers |
4.37 lakh (As per 2021-22 data) |
| Exam Purpose |
To select candidates for the post of Probationary Officers |
| Exam Duration |
Prelims: One hour (60 minutes) Mains: 3 hours 30 minutes |
| No. of Papers and Total Marks |
Prelims: Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language (100 marks) Mains: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation (225 marks) Interview: 100 |
| Total Questions |
Prelims: 100 Mains: 157 (155 objective types and 2 descriptive types) |
| Marking Scheme |
0.25 marks are deducted for wrong answers |
| Language/Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi |
| No. of Participating Banks |
11 |
| No. of Test Cities |
Prelims: Approximately 200 Mains: Approximately 100 |
| Official Website |
https://www.ibps.in/ |
| Contact Details |
1800 222 366, 1800 103 4566 |
IBPS PO 2024 Dates
IBPS PO dates were announced by IBPS through its calendar. The IBPS PO dates related to prelims and mains exams are given below.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| IBPS PO 2024 notification |
01-Aug-2024 |
| IBPS PO application form 2024 |
01-Aug-2024 |
| Last Date to Apply for IBPS PO 2024 | 21-Aug-2024 28-Aug-2024 |
| IBPS PO Prelims 2024 exam |
19-Oct-2024 20-Oct-2024 |
| IBPS PO Mains 2024 exam |
30-Nov-2024 |
IBPS PO Notification 2024
The IBPS PO notification 2024 was released at ibps.in. The notification is released in PDF form and comprises all the information related to the exam. The IBPS PO 2024 notification mentioned all the important information about the exam such as bank-wise vacancies, eligibility, application dates, age limit, syllabus, exam pattern and the rules and regulations for the exam. Candidates must read the IBPS PO notification 2024 before applying for the exam.
IBPS PO Application Form 2024
IBPS PO application form 2024 was available online at www.ibps.in. The application process comprises several steps such as registration, uploading scanned photograph & signature, filling the detailed application form and paying the application fees. The application fees for IBPS PO exam are INR 850 for General and OBC categories and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWBD candidates. The steps to fill IBPS PO application form are given below
- Visit the official website of IBPS
- Go to the 'IBPS PO 2024 Advertisement'
- Register for the exam first by clicking the 'New Registration' tab
- Fill in the required details to register
- Registration ID and password are generated
- Upload scanned photograph and signature
- Fill the basic details, personal details, and educational qualifications, enter details of computer certification courses, select the languages known, enter preferences of banks, etc
- Preview the application form
- Upload left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- Pay the application fees
- Submit IBPS PO application form
The candidates can see here more information about the IBPS PO apply online link.
IBPS PO Eligibility 2024
IBPS PO eligibility 2024 highlights certain parameters in terms of age limit, educational qualification and nationality. The eligibility criteria is given below:
IBPS PO Nationality Requirement
The candidates must fulfil any one of the following conditions:
A candidate must be either -
(i) a Citizen of India or
(ii) a subject of Nepal or
(iii) a subject of Bhutan or
(iv) a Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or
(v) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India, provided that a candidate belonging to categories (ii), (iii), (iv) & (v) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
IBPS PO Educational Qualification
To apply for IBPS PO 2024 exam, candidates must have a graduation degree from a recognised university. Candidates who are in their final year of graduation can apply for the exam.
IBPS PO Age Limit
For the IBPS PO 2024 exam, the candidates should be between 20 and 30 years of age. The IBPS PO age cutoff date was August 1, 2024. The candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1994 and not later than 01.08.2004 (both dates inclusive)
The candidates can see below the age relaxation in the upper age limit will be provided to the following categories.
| Category | Age Relaxation (In Years) |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) |
5 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWD) |
10 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Army personnel) |
5 |
| Widows/Divorced Women |
9 |
| Persons with Domicile of Jammu &Kashmir during the period of 1-1-1980 to 31-12-1989 |
5 |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots |
5 |
| Regular Employees of Union Carbide Factory, Bhopal retrenched from service(for MP state Only) |
5 |
The age relaxations are mentioned in the official IBPS PO 2024 advertisement and above is the reflection of the same.
Also Read: IBPS PO Eligibility
IBPS PO 2024 Vacancies
The candidates should note that there are 3,955 IBPS PO vacancies in the exam. The candidates can see below the bank-wise IBPS PO vacancies 2024:
| Sl.No | Bank | IBPS PO Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bank of Baroda | NR |
| 2 | Bank of India | 885 |
| 3 | Bank of Maharashtra | NR |
| 4 | Canara Bank | 750 |
| 5 | Central Bank of India | 2000 1500 |
| 6 | Indian Bank | NR |
| 7 | Indian Overseas Bank | 260 |
| 8 | Punjab National Bank | 200 |
| 9 | Punjab & Sind Bank | 360 |
| 10 | UCO Bank | NR |
| 11 | Union Bank of India | NR |
| Total | 4,455 3,955 | |
IBPS PO 2024 Exam Pattern
IBPS PO exam pattern is such that it is divided into prelims exam, mains exam and interview. The prelims exam is qualifying in nature. The prelims exam comprises three sections- Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The total marks allotted to the prelims exam are 100. The main exam comprises objective-type and descriptive-type tests. The total marks allotted to the main exam are 225. The interview carries 100 marks. There is a negative marking for the exam.The structure of the IBPS PO prelims exam is given below.
IBPS PO 2024 Prelims Exam Pattern
| Sections | Total questions | Total marks | Sectional Time Limit (In minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language |
30 |
30 |
20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
35 |
35 |
20 |
| Reasoning Ability |
35 |
35 |
20 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
60 |
The candidates are required to internalise the IBPS PO exam pattern to score better in the exam.
IBPS PO 2024 Mains Exam Pattern
The IBPS will conduct the main exam on November 30 based on the following pattern.
| Section name | Total questions | Total marks | Allotted Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language |
35 |
40 |
40 |
| Data Interpretation and Analysis |
35 |
60 |
45 |
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude |
45 |
60 |
60 |
| General Awareness |
40 |
40 |
35 |
| Total |
155 |
200 |
180 |
| English (Essay and Letter Writing) |
2 |
25 |
30 minutes |
| Total |
157 |
225 |
3 hours 30 minutes |
The candidates should note that the sections will not be present in the same sequence in the paper.
IBPS PO 2024 Syllabus
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection mention the names of the topics in the IBPS PO syllabus. The candidates are required to ascertain the difficulty level of the questions and prepare for the same. The IBPS PO syllabus for prelims and mains exams is given below.
IBPS PO 2024 Prelims Syllabus
| Quantitative Aptitude |
Reasoning Syllabus |
English Language |
| Simplification |
Logical Reasoning |
Reading Comprehension |
| Profit & Loss |
Alphanumeric Series |
Cloze Test |
| Mixtures & Allegations |
Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test |
Para jumbles |
| Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Surds & Indices |
Data Sufficiency |
Word Usage, Word-Swap |
| Work & Time |
Inequalities |
Fill in the blanks |
| Time & Distance |
Seating Arrangement |
Error Detection, Error Spotting |
| Mensuration-Cylinder, Cone, Sphere |
Puzzle |
Paragraph Completion |
| Data Interpretation |
Tabulation |
One Word Substitution |
| Ratio & Proportion, Percentage |
Syllogism |
Miscellaneous |
| Number Systems |
Blood Relations |
|
| Sequence & Series |
Input-Output |
|
| Permutation, Combination &Probability |
Coding-Decoding |
|
The candidates should practice all the topics because the weightage of marks is not provided in the official advertisement.
IBPS PO 2024 Mains Syllabus
The candidates can see below the IBPS PO main syllabus.
| Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus |
General Awareness Syllabus |
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude Syllabus |
English Language Syllabus |
|
| Simplification |
Financial Awareness |
Verbal Reasoning |
Internet |
Reading Comprehension |
| Average |
Current Affairs |
Syllogism |
Memory |
Vocabulary |
| Percentage |
General Knowledge |
Circular Seating Arrangement |
Keyboard Shortcuts |
Grammar |
| Mixture and Allegations |
Static Awareness |
Code Inequalities |
Computer Abbreviation |
One word Substitution |
| Ratio and Percentage |
|
Linear Seating Arrangement |
Microsoft Office |
Verbal Ability |
| Data Interpretation |
Double Lineup |
Computer Hardware |
|
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| Mensuration and Geometry |
Scheduling |
Computer Software |
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| Quadratic Equation |
Input-Output |
Operating System |
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| Interest |
Blood Relations |
Networking |
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| Problems of Ages |
Directions and Distances |
Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies |
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| Profit and Loss |
Ordering and Ranking |
|
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| Number Series |
Data Sufficiency |
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| Speed, Distance and Time |
Coding and Decoding |
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| Time and Work |
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| Number System |
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| Data Sufficiency |
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| Linear Equation |
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| Permutation and Combination |
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| Probability |
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The candidates must prepare all the topics to score better marks.
IBPS PO 2024 Preparation Tips
The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS PO 2024 exam are given below:
- Make a study schedule: Create a study schedule that includes the number of hours candidates dedicate to each section of the exam. Give enough time to review and practice each section thoroughly.
- Choose the right study material: Select the right books and study materials for each section of the exam. Candidates can also refer to previous years' question papers to get an idea of the exam pattern and the type of questions asked.
- Practice mock tests: Practice mock tests to get a feel of the exam and to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Analyse the performance and work on improving your weaker areas.
- Stay updated: Stay updated with the latest news and current affairs. This will help in the General Awareness section of the exam.
Also Read: IBPS PO Preparation
IBPS PO 2024 Books
The list of recommended books for IBPS PO exam is given below.
English Language
- High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin
- How to Read Better and Faster by Norman Lewis
- Reading Comprehension, Ordering of Sentences, Ordering of Words and Cloze Test by Dilip Khushwaha
Reasoning
- A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S Agrawal
- A New Approach to Reasoning by B.S Sijwali and Indu Sijwali
- Analytical Reasoning by M.K.Pandey
Quantitative Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations by R.S Agarwal
- The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude by Dinesh Khattar
- Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma
- Objective Mathematics for Competitive Exams by Tarun Goyal
General Awareness
- India Year Book by Publications Division, Government of India
- Banking Awareness by B.K Raut and S.R Behera
- Pratiyogita Darpan
Also Read: IBPS PO Books
IBPS PO Salary
The basic IBPS PO salary after 7th Pay Commission is INR 36,000. The initial in-hand IBPS PO salary is INR 52,000 to 55,000 with dearness allowances, special allowances, HRA, and other perks.
IBPS PO Selection Process
IBPS PO selection process comprises prelims exam, mains exam and interview. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the final merit list. The final allotment of candidates is done based on the mains exam and interview.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection is expected to release the IBPS PO 2024 admit card on October 10, 2024, because the IBPS PO 2024 exam will be conducted on October 19 and 20. The IBPS PO exam 2024 will be conducted as a Computer-Based Exam (CBE).
The IBPS PO advertisement notified 3,955
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Answered a month ago
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the IBPS PO 2024 notification on August 1. The IBPS provides 20 days for the application process. The last date to apply online for the IBPS PO 2024 exam is August 21, 2024. The candidates will be required to fill out the IBPS PO online applicat
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Answered a month ago
The Institute of Baking Personnel Selection (IBPS) revised the number of vacancies in the IBPS PO 2024 exam. The original number of IBPS PO 2024 vacancies notified were 4,455. But later, the IBPS revised the number of vacancies to 3,955. The Central Bank of India reduced the number of vacancies from
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Answered 2 months ago
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS released the IBPS PO 2024 notification on its official website - ibps.in. The IBPS notified 4,455 IBPS PO vacancies in the official notiifcatio, The candiddates should check the bank-wise IBPS PO vacancies 2024. The IBPS PO 2024 exam will be conduct
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When will IBPS PO 2024 admit card for prelims be released?