IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern, Download Syllabus PDF

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) releases the IBPS RRB syllabus with its IBPS RRB PO Notification. Applicants who plan to fill out the IBPS RRB PO application form should know the IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 and exam pattern well to prepare effectively. The IBPS RRB PO exam has three stages: Prelims, Mains, and an Interview. Each stage includes several topics and sub-topics that candidates need to study to succeed. IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam 2024 is scheduled to be held on 29th September 2024 and the admit card for the same has been released on 19th September 2024.

IBPS RRB PO 2024 Exam Pattern Changes – Sectional Timing

For the IBPS RRB PO 2024 exams, IBPS implements sectional timing in both the prelims and main exams. This information has been shared during the Pre-Examination Training, making it highly likely that these changes will apply to the actual exams.

• Reasoning Section: 25 minutes
• Quantitative Aptitude: 20 minutes
• Total Duration: 45 minutes

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 Highlights

The IBPS RRB PO Syllabus is crucial for candidates who want to become Probationary Officers in Regional Rural Banks. The IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 and exam pattern include topics like Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, Hindi, English, and Computer Knowledge. The exam will have multiple-choice questions. The IBPS RRB PO Exam has two main sections Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. Prepare for both subjects as they are equally important.

Organization	Regional Rural Banks
Exam Name	IBPS RRB 2024
Post	PO, and Officer scale II and III
IBPS RRB 2024 Prelims Exam Dates	3rd and 4th August 2024
Category	Syllabus
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, and Interview
Official Website	@ibps.in

IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern 2024

The IBPS RRB exam pattern includes Prelims, Mains, and an Interview. However, there will be no interview for the Office Assistant (Clerk) post. All papers will be bilingual, and available in both English and Hindi. Each question carries one mark, with a deduction of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer attempted.

The IBPS RRB 2024 Officer Scale-I (PO) Exam consists of three phases, while the Officer Scale-II & III (SO) exams have two phases.

Exam Rounds for IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I (PO):

• Preliminary Exam
• Mains Exam
• Interview Process

Exam Rounds for IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II & III:

• Mains Exam (Single Examination)
• Interview Process

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Pattern

The IBPS RRB Preliminary exam will be held online. Candidates must answer 80 questions within 45 minutes, adhering to sectional timings. The detailed IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Pattern is as follows:

Name of the Test	Medium of Exam	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
Reasoning	Hindi/English/Regional Language	40	40	25 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	Hindi/English/Regional Language	40	40	20 minutes
Total		80	80	45 minutes

IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam Pattern

Name of the Test	Medium of the exam	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks
Reasoning Ability	Hindi/English	40	50
Quantitative Aptitude	Hindi/English	40	50
General Awareness	Hindi/English	40	40
English Language*	English	40	40
Hindi Language*	Hindi	40	40
Computer Knowledge	Hindi/English	40	20
Total		200	200

Time Duration: Composite time of 120 minutes

IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam Pattern (Officer Scale-I)

Topics	Questions	Marks
Reasoning	40	50
General Awareness	40	40
Numerical Ability	40	50
English Language / Hindi Language	40	40
Computer Knowledge	40	20
Total	200	200

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern for Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer)

Topics	Questions	Marks	Duration
Reasoning	40	50	2 hours
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation	40	50
Financial Awareness	40	40
English Language / Hindi Language	40	40
Computer Knowledge	40	20
Total	200	200

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern for Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre)

Topics	Questions	Marks	Duration
Reasoning	40	50	Composite Time of 2 hours and 30 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation	40	50
Financial Awareness	40	40
English Language / Hindi Language	40	20
Computer Knowledge	40	20
Professional Knowledge	40	40
Total	240	200

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern for Officer Scale-III

Sl.No.	Topic	Questions	Marks	Duration
1	Reasoning	40	50	2 hours
2	Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation	40	50
3	Financial Awareness	40	40
4 A	English Language	40	40
4 B	Hindi Language	40	40
5	Computer Knowledge	40	20
Total		200	200

IBPS RRB PO 2024 Syllabus

We have mentioned below the detailed syllabus for all the subjects of the IBPS RRB PO Recruitment 2024. Candidates can check topics in brief for all the sections of the examinations.

Subject	Topics
Quantitative Aptitude	Number System, Decimal Fraction, Simple Interest, Time and Work, Partnership, Averages, Ratio and Proportion, HCF and LCM, Profit and Loss, Compound Interest, Percentages, Time and Distance, Permutation and Combination, Data Interpretation, Simplification, Probability, etc.
Reasoning	Odd One out, Syllogism, Blood Relation, Series Test, Direction Sense Test, Puzzles & Seating Arrangement, Statement and Conclusion, Coding-Decoding, Alpha-Numeric Series, Statement and Arguments, Assertion and Reason, Statements and Action Courses, etc.
English Language	Spotting Errors, Fill in the Blanks, Jumbled Words, Idioms and Phrases, Reading Comprehensions, Phrase Substitution, Cloze Tests, One Word Substitution, etc.
Hindi Language	Vyakaran, Fill in the Blanks, Error Detection, etc.
General Awareness	Current Affairs, Countries/Currencies, Indian and International Economy, Awards and Honors, Sports, History of Banking, Causes and Effects, etc.
Computer Applications	Computer Fundamentals, Software and Hardware Fundamentals, Networking, MS Office, Database, RBI, etc.

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 – Prelims

Here’s the detailed IBPS RRB PO syllabus for Prelims Exams. While the syllabus for Officer Scale I (PO) and Office Assistant (Clerk) is quite similar, Officer Scale II and III have some variations.

Reasoning Ability

1. Alphabet/Number/Symbol Series
2. Inequality
3. Syllogism
4. Order & Ranking
5. Coding-Decoding
6. Direction-sense
7. Blood-Relation
8. Circular/Triangular/Rectangular/Square Seating Arrangement
9. Linear Seating Arrangement
10. Box Based Puzzle
11. Floor or Floor-flat-based Puzzles
12. Day/Month/Year-Based Puzzle
13. Comparison/Categorized/Uncertain Puzzles
14. Miscellaneous

Quantitative Aptitude

Sub-Section	Topics Covered
Simplification & Approximation	– BODMAS rule – Squares & cubes – Square & cube roots – Indices – Fractions – Percentages
Number Series	– Missing number series – Wrong number series
Inequality	– Linear equations – Quadratic equations – Quantity comparisons
Arithmetic	– Ratio & proportion – Percentages – Number system (HCF & LCM) – Averages & age problems – Partnership – Mixture & allegation – Simple & compound interest – Time & work – Pipe & cistern – Profit, loss & discount – Speed, time & distance – Boat & stream, train problems – 2D & 3D mensuration – Probability – Permutation & combination
Data Interpretation	– Table DI – Missing table DI – Pie chart DI – Line chart DI – Bar chart DI – Mixed DI – Caselets
Data Sufficiency	– Two-statement problems

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 – Mains

The IBPS RRB PO Mains exam evaluates candidates across five key areas as Analytical Reasoning, Mathematical Skills, Language Proficiency (English or Hindi), Digital Literacy, and General Knowledge.

Section	Description	Key Topics
Analytical Reasoning	Tests logical thinking, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills	– Coded directions & relationships – Inequality & coding puzzles – Series & syllogisms – Seating arrangements (various shapes) – Box, floor, and ranking puzzles – Logical reasoning tasks
Mathematical Skills	Assesses numerical aptitude and data interpretation abilities	– Approximation & number series – Arithmetic (ratios, algebra, time work) – Data interpretation (charts, graphs) – Data sufficiency problems
General Knowledge	Assesses awareness of current affairs and fundamental concepts	– State, national & global events – Banking & economics – Sports & defense news – Scientific advancements – Notable personalities
Language Proficiency	English: Evaluates comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary Hindi: Tests understanding, word choice, and idiomatic usage	English: – Reading comprehension – Sentence structure – Error identification – Idioms & cloze tests Hindi: – Unseen passages – Synonyms & antonyms – Sentence completion – Idiomatic expressions
Digital Literacy	Measures understanding of computer concepts and software skills	– Computer fundamentals – Hardware & software – Programming & databases – Networking & Internet – Cybersecurity – Microsoft Office proficiency

Also Check,

IBPS RRB Notification 2024	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB State Wise Revised Vacancies 2024	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB PO Notification 2024	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB PO Application Form	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB PO Eligibility Criteria 2024	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB PO Salary 2024	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB PO Selection Process	Click here to check

IBPS RRB Admit Card 2024	Click here to Check
IBPS RRB PO Prelims Admit Card 2024	Click here to Check
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IBPS RRB Preparation Strategies 2024

Here are some effective strategies to prepare for the IBPS RRB 2024 Exam:

1. Understand the Exam Format: Make sure you know the structure of the exam, including the number of sections, total marks, and time allotted for each section.
2. Carefully Review the IBPS RRB Syllabus: Go through the syllabus thoroughly, highlighting key points in each section. Organize your study schedule based on the importance and difficulty level of each topic.
3. Focus on Your Strengths: Identify areas where you excel and spend more time reinforcing your knowledge in those subjects. Strengthening your strong areas can significantly improve your overall score.
4. Work on Weak Areas: Pay special attention to improving subjects or topics where you need more practice. Dedicate specific study sessions to these weak areas and seek guidance from mentors or online resources if necessary.
5. Practice Mock Exams: Regularly take mock exams to assess your preparation level and identify areas that need improvement. Analyze your performance, note any mistakes, and take steps to correct them.
6. Prioritize Accuracy Over Speed: While speed is important, focus on answering questions accurately. Avoid guessing or providing random answers, as they may lead to lower scores.
7. Allocate Time for Revision: Set aside dedicated time for revision to reinforce your understanding of key concepts and topics.
8. Stay Calm and Focused: Maintain a calm and focused mindset during the exam. Don’t let challenging questions discourage you; instead, move on to the next question if you encounter difficulties.

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus with Weightage

This combined table provides a clear view of the topic-wise weightage for both Office Assistant and Officers Scale I exams in IBPS RRB.

Section	Exam	Number of Questions	Marks	Key Topics
Reasoning Ability	Preliminary	40	40	Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
	Main	40	50	Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
Numerical Ability	Preliminary	40	40	Simplification, Approximation, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Arithmetic Problems (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratio, Simple & Compound Interest)
	Main (Office Asst.)	40	50	Simplification, Approximation, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Arithmetic Problems (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratio, Simple & Compound Interest)
Quantitative Aptitude	Main (Officer Scale I)	40	50	Simplification, Approximation, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Arithmetic Problems (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratio, Simple & Compound Interest)
General Awareness	Main	40	40	Current Affairs, Banking Awareness, Static GK
English/Hindi Language	Main	40	40	English: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fill in the Blanks, Spotting Errors, Para Jumbles; Hindi: Vyakaran, Fill in the Blanks, Mistakes, Paragraphs
Computer Knowledge	Main	40	20	Computer Basics, Internet, MS Office, Operating Systems, Networking, Security Tools

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 PDF

The IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024 PDF outlines the subjects and topics you need to prepare for the Officer Scale I exam. It covers both the Preliminary and Main exams. Key sections include:

1. Reasoning Ability: Practice Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, and Blood Relations.
2. Quantitative Aptitude: Focus on Simplification, Approximation, Number Series, Data Interpretation, and Arithmetic Problems like Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratio, and Simple & Compound Interest.
3. General Awareness: Stay updated on Current Affairs, Banking Awareness, and Static GK.
4. English/Hindi Language: For English, work on Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fill in the Blanks, Spotting Errors, and Para Jumbles. For Hindi, study Vyakaran, Fill in the Blanks, Mistakes, and Paragraphs.
5. Computer Knowledge: Learn Basics of Computer, Internet, MS Office, Operating Systems, Networking, and Security Tools.

IBPS RRB Exam Pattern 2024

For IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I (PO), the exam comprises preliminary and main rounds followed by an interview process. Officer Scale-II & III (SO) candidates go through a single main examination and an interview process.

Exam Rounds	Officer Scale-I (PO)	Officer Scale-II & III (SO)
Preliminary Exam	Yes	–
Mains Exam	Yes	Yes (Single Examination)
Interview Process	Yes	Yes

Penalty for Wrong Answers in Examination

The below table summarizes the penalty for wrong answers at various levels of the examination and clarifies that there is no penalty for leaving a question unanswered.

Exam Level	Penalty for Wrong Answers
Preliminary	0.25 marks were deducted for each wrong answer
Main	0.25 marks were deducted for each wrong answer
Single Level	0.25 marks were deducted for each wrong answer
Leaving a Question	No penalty for leaving a question blank

Minimum Score Requirement for Interview Shortlisting

Candidates applying for Officers Scale I must achieve a minimum score in each test of the Online Main Examination to qualify for interview, with up to three times the vacancies per state being shortlisted.

Post	Exam Type	Minimum Score Requirement	Shortlisting Criteria
Officers Scale I	Online Main Examination	Minimum score in each test	Up to three times the declared vacancies in each state
Officers Scale II	Online Single Examination	Minimum score in each test	Up to three times the declared vacancies
Officers Scale III	Online Single Examination	Minimum score in each test	Up to three times the declared vacancies

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