IBPS PO 2026

Complete guide to Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Probationary Officer exam. Exam pattern, syllabus, mock tests, and interview preparation.

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📘 IBPS PO Exam: Complete Guide

Understand the three-stage selection process, syllabus, and preparation strategy for IBPS PO 2026.

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Stage 1: Prelims (Qualifying)

1 hour | 100 marks

📋 Exam Pattern

  • English Language: 30 questions (30 marks)
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions (35 marks)
  • Reasoning Ability: 35 questions (35 marks)
  • Total: 100 questions, 60 minutes
  • Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

🎯 Key Topics

  • Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles
  • Data Interpretation, Number Series, Simplification
  • Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding
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Stage 2: Mains (Merit Deciding)

3.5 hours | 200 marks (Objective) + 25 marks (Descriptive)

📋 Objective Paper

  • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 45 questions (60 marks)
  • General Awareness (Banking & Economy): 40 questions (40 marks)
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions (60 marks)
  • English Language: 35 questions (40 marks)
  • Total: 155 questions, 180 minutes
  • Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

📝 Descriptive Paper

  • Letter Writing (10 marks)
  • Essay Writing (15 marks)
  • Time: 30 minutes (separate section)
  • Topics: Banking, Economy, Social Issues, Technology
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Stage 3: Interview (Personality Test)

100 marks | Qualifying

📋 Interview Details

  • Conducted by IBPS panel (banking professionals)
  • Duration: 15–20 minutes
  • Focus: Banking awareness, current affairs, personality, communication skills
  • Final merit = Mains (80%) + Interview (20%)

🎯 Common Interview Topics

  • Recent RBI policies, GDP, Inflation
  • Digital banking, UPI, Cryptocurrency
  • Government schemes (PMJDY, Mudra, etc.)
  • Your academic background & hobbies

📚 Detailed Syllabus for IBPS PO

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Number System, HCF/LCM, Simplification
  • Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit/Loss
  • Average, Mixture & Allegation, Time & Work
  • Speed & Distance, Boats & Streams
  • Data Interpretation (Bar, Line, Pie, Table)
  • Quadratic Equations, Number Series

Reasoning Ability

  • Puzzles (Floor, Box, Scheduling, Circular)
  • Seating Arrangement (Linear, Circular, Square)
  • Syllogism, Blood Relations, Direction Sense
  • Coding-Decoding, Inequalities, Data Sufficiency
  • Logical Reasoning (Assumptions, Conclusions)

English Language

  • Reading Comprehension (Banking & Economy based)
  • Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks
  • Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement
  • Phrase Replacement, Word Swap

General Awareness

  • Banking & Financial Awareness (RBI, SEBI, NABARD)
  • Current Affairs (last 6 months)
  • Static GK (Capitals, Currencies, National Parks)
  • Government Schemes & Budget

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (IBPS PO)

What is the age limit for IBPS PO?

Minimum 20 years, maximum 30 years as of the notification date. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and other categories as per government norms.

Is there any sectional cut-off in IBPS PO?

Yes, both Prelims and Mains have minimum qualifying marks for each section. You need to clear sectional cut-offs to proceed.

Can I use a calculator in IBPS PO exam?

No, physical calculators are not allowed. However, the online test interface provides an on-screen calculator for the Mains exam (not for Prelims).

How many attempts are allowed for IBPS PO?

General category: 4 attempts. OBC: 7 attempts. SC/ST/PwD: unlimited attempts (subject to age limit).

What is the salary of IBPS PO?

Basic pay is ₹36,000 with a gross monthly salary of approximately ₹52,000 – ₹55,000 including allowances (DA, HRA, CCA, etc.).

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