• January-22-2025

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) - Banking Exams

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is an autonomous agency that conducts recruitment exams for various public sector banks in India. IBPS provides a platform for the recruitment of candidates for different roles within banks, from clerical to specialist and officer positions. The exams are held annually for various positions in nationalized banks and regional rural banks.

IBPS Exams and Job Roles:

1. IBPS PO (Probationary Officer)

   • Job Roles:
     • Probationary Officer (PO) in Public Sector Banks
   • Responsibilities:
     • Management and administration of bank operations
     • Assisting in policy-making and implementation
     • Handling customer issues and managing bank branches
   • Website URL: IBPS PO Exam Details

2. IBPS Clerk

   • Job Roles:
     • Clerk (Clerical Staff) in Public Sector Banks
   • Responsibilities:
     • Handling customer transactions, maintaining records, and processing documentation
     • Data entry and administrative work
     • Managing day-to-day banking operations
   • Website URL: IBPS Clerk Exam Details

3. IBPS SO (Specialist Officer)

   • Job Roles:
     • Specialist Officers (Various Categories):
       • IT Officer
       • Agricultural Field Officer
       • Rajbhasha Adhikari
       • Law Officer
       • HR/Personnel Officer
       • Marketing Officer
   • Responsibilities:
     • Specialist Officers work in specific departments, handling technical, legal, marketing, and HR operations
   • Website URL: IBPS SO Exam Details

4. IBPS RRB (Regional Rural Banks)

   • Job Roles:
     • Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager)
     • Officer Scale II (Manager)
     • Officer Scale III (Senior Manager)
     • Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
   • Responsibilities:
     • Roles in rural banking services, managing operations, loans, customer services, and administration at regional rural banks
   • Website URL: IBPS RRB Exam Details

5. IBPS Specialist Officer (SO)

   • Job Roles:
     • IT Officer
     • Agricultural Field Officer
     • Law Officer
     • HR/Personnel Officer
     • Marketing Officer
   • Responsibilities:
     • Carrying out specialized tasks related to their field, such as legal, marketing, IT, and HR functions in the bank
   • Website URL: IBPS SO Exam Details

General IBPS Exam Website:

• Website URL: IBPS Official Website

The IBPS official website provides detailed information on various IBPS exams, notifications, eligibility criteria, application processes, and exam schedules. It is the main portal for IBPS exam registration and updates.

IBPS Exam Pattern and How to Apply

1. IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) Exam Pattern

The IBPS PO exam consists of two stages: Preliminary Exam and Main Exam.

Preliminary Exam (Online)

• Duration: 1 hour
• Sections:
  1. English Language – 30 questions, 30 marks
  2. Quantitative Aptitude – 35 questions, 35 marks
  3. Reasoning Ability – 35 questions, 35 marks
• Total Questions: 100 questions
• Total Marks: 100 marks
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Main Exam (Online)

• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
• Sections:
  1. Reasoning and Computer Aptitude – 45 questions, 60 marks
  2. Data Analysis and Interpretation – 35 questions, 60 marks
  3. General/Economic/Banking Awareness – 40 questions, 40 marks
  4. English Language – 35 questions, 40 marks
  5. Descriptive Writing (Letter writing and Essay) – 2 questions, 25 marks
• Total Questions: 155 questions
• Total Marks: 200 marks

Interview:

• Candidates who qualify in the Main Exam are shortlisted for the Interview process.
• Weightage: 80 marks (Main exam and Interview combined)

2. IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern

The IBPS Clerk exam is also divided into two stages: Preliminary Exam and Main Exam.

Preliminary Exam (Online)

• Duration: 1 hour
• Sections:
  1. English Language – 30 questions, 30 marks
  2. Numerical Ability – 35 questions, 35 marks
  3. Reasoning Ability – 35 questions, 35 marks
• Total Questions: 100 questions
• Total Marks: 100 marks
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Main Exam (Online)

• Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes
• Sections:
  1. General/Financial Awareness – 50 questions, 50 marks
  2. General English – 40 questions, 40 marks
  3. Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude – 50 questions, 60 marks
  4. Numerical Ability – 50 questions, 50 marks
• Total Questions: 190 questions
• Total Marks: 200 marks

Interview:

• Not applicable for IBPS Clerk position.

3. IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) Exam Pattern

The IBPS SO exam consists of the Preliminary Exam (for certain posts) and Main Exam.

Preliminary Exam (Online) – For IT, Agriculture, HR, and Marketing Specialist Officers

• Duration: 2 hours
• Sections:
  1. Reasoning Ability – 50 questions, 50 marks
  2. English Language – 50 questions, 25 marks
  3. Quantitative Aptitude – 50 questions, 50 marks
• Total Questions: 150 questions
• Total Marks: 125 marks

Main Exam (Online) – For All Specialist Officer Posts

• Duration: 45 minutes (varies based on post)
• Sections:
  1. Professional Knowledge – 60 questions, 60 marks
• Total Questions: 60 questions
• Total Marks: 60 marks

Interview:

• After the Main Exam, candidates are shortlisted for an interview.
• Weightage: 100 marks (combined for the Main Exam and Interview)

4. IBPS RRB Exam Pattern

The IBPS RRB exam is for Regional Rural Banks and follows a similar pattern to IBPS PO and Clerk exams, with some variations based on the position (Officer or Assistant).

IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager)

• Preliminary Exam (Online):
  • Sections: Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge
  • Total Marks: 80
• Main Exam (Online):
  • Sections: Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, English/Hindi Language
  • Total Marks: 200

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

• Preliminary Exam (Online):

  • Sections: Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language
  • Total Marks: 80

• Main Exam (Online):

  • Sections: Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, Computer Knowledge
  • Total Marks: 200

How to Apply for IBPS Exams:

1. Visit the Official IBPS Website:
   • Go to the official IBPS website: IBPS Official Website.
2. Register Online:
   • Click on the "CRP" (Common Recruitment Process) link for the specific exam you want to apply for.
   • Select the exam (e.g., PO, Clerk, SO, RRB, etc.).
   • Click on the "Apply Online" link and register with your email ID and phone number.
3. Fill the Application Form:
   • Provide all the required details (personal information, academic qualifications, etc.).
   • Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specifications.
4. Pay the Application Fee:
   • IBPS requires candidates to pay an application fee (the amount varies by exam).
   • Payment can be done online via credit card, debit card, or internet banking.
5. Submit and Print the Application Form:
   • After filling in the required details and paying the fee, submit your application form.
   • Print a copy of the application form for future reference.
6. Download the Admit Card:
   • Once the exam dates are announced, download the admit card from the IBPS website.
7. Appear for the Exam:
   • Follow the instructions on the admit card and appear for the exam on the scheduled date.
8. Check Results:
   • After the exam, check your results and wait for further selection stages (Interview, Document Verification, etc.).