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IBPS PO Prelims Syllabus & Exam Pattern

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The prelims is a one-hour online test with English, quantitative aptitude and reasoning, each timed separately.

At a glance

OrganisationInstitute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
StatusCurrent
Questions100
Marks100
Duration60 minutes (20 per section)
Negative marking1/4 of the question mark

Details

The test has 100 questions for 100 marks: English Language (30 questions, 20 minutes), Quantitative Aptitude (35, 20 minutes) and Reasoning Ability (35, 20 minutes). A wrong answer costs one-fourth of the question mark.

The prelims is qualifying in nature; marks from the mains and interview decide the final selection. Check the latest notice for any change.

How to use this

  1. Build speed in arithmetic and data interpretation.
  2. Read the daily newspaper to improve comprehension.

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