The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Probationary Officer (PO) exam every year to recruit eligible candidates for the post of PO in various participating banks across India. The IBPS PO Exam is a national-level examination that aims to select candidates with the requisite skills and knowledge for the post of PO in public sector banks in India.
The IBPS PO Exam was first conducted in 2011, and since then, it has become one of the most popular banking exams in India. The exam is conducted in three stages, namely Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview, and it assesses a candidate’s knowledge of various subjects such as Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation.
The participating banks in the IBPS PO Exam include Allahabad Bank, Andhra Bank, Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Corporation Bank, Dena Bank, IDBI Bank, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, Syndicate Bank, UCO Bank, Union Bank of India, United Bank of India, and Vijaya Bank.
The IBPS PO Exam is conducted with the aim of selecting the most suitable candidates for the post of PO in public sector banks in India. The exam is designed to test a candidate’s analytical and logical reasoning abilities, language proficiency, and general knowledge of the banking sector. It is an important step towards ensuring that public sector banks have a capable and skilled workforce that can serve customers effectively and efficiently.
Candidates can apply for the IBPS PO Exam by following these steps:
Visit the official website of IBPS.
Register by providing your personal details and creating a username and password.
Fill out the online application form.
Upload the required documents (photograph, signature, and left thumb impression).
Pay the application fee online.
Review and submit your application.
Download and print the e-receipt and the application form for future reference.
The application fee for the IBPS PO Exam is as follows: SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹175 General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹850 .
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Note: Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and for each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted.
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Interpretation & Analysis, and General Awareness sections are objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Interpretation & Analysis, and General Awareness sections are objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
Each correct answer in the objective type sections carries 1 mark, and for each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted.
Each correct answer in the objective type sections carries 1 mark, and for each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted.
Descriptive Writing section will be evaluated only for those candidates who have qualified for the objective type sections.
Descriptive Writing section will be evaluated only for those candidates who have qualified for the objective type sections.
Note: The final selection of the candidates is based on their performance in the Main Exam and Interview round. The weightage of the Main Exam and Interview round in the final selection is 80:20, respectively.
The IBPS PO exam is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview.
The IBPS PO exam is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview.
The Preliminary Exam is conducted online, and it consists of three sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. The exam duration is 1 hour, and the total marks are 100.
The Preliminary Exam is conducted online, and it consists of three sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. The exam duration is 1 hour, and the total marks are 100.
The Main Exam is also conducted online, and it consists of four sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Interpretation & Analysis, and General Awareness. The exam duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes, and the total marks are 200.
The Main Exam is also conducted online, and it consists of four sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Interpretation & Analysis, and General Awareness. The exam duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes, and the total marks are 200.
The Descriptive Writing section is also a part of the Main Exam, and it consists of Letter Writing and Essay Writing. The total marks for this section are 25, and the exam duration is 30 minutes.
The Descriptive Writing section is also a part of the Main Exam, and it consists of Letter Writing and Essay Writing. The total marks for this section are 25, and the exam duration is 30 minutes.
Both Preliminary and Main Exams have sectional cut-offs, and candidates need to score minimum marks in each section to qualify for the next stage.
Both Preliminary and Main Exams have sectional cut-offs, and candidates need to score minimum marks in each section to qualify for the next stage.
The Interview stage is the final stage of the selection process. Candidates who qualify for the Main Exam will be shortlisted for the Interview round, which is conducted in person. The total marks for the Interview round are 100.
The Interview stage is the final stage of the selection process. Candidates who qualify for the Main Exam will be shortlisted for the Interview round, which is conducted in person. The total marks for the Interview round are 100.
The final selection of the candidates is based on their performance in the Main Exam and Interview round. The weightage of the Main Exam and Interview round in the final selection is 80:20, respectively.
The final selection of the candidates is based on their performance in the Main Exam and Interview round. The weightage of the Main Exam and Interview round in the final selection is 80:20, respectively.
The IBPS PO Exam is conducted in English and Hindi languages, except for the English Language section.
1. Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus. 2. Create a study plan and stick to it. 3. Practice previous years’ question papers and mock tests. 4. Improve your time management and accuracy. 5. Stay updated on current affairs, especially banking and economy-related news.
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