IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern for Mains, Check Details

IBPS SO Mains Syllabus 2024

Understanding the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 is crucial for those aspiring to become specialist officers. The syllabus covers various subjects tailored to specific roles, including IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer.

IBPS SO Syllabus 2024

The Institute of Banking & Personnel Selection (IBPS) is set to conduct the IBPS SO Exam 2024 to recruit Specialist Officers. To prepare effectively, candidates must be well-acquainted with the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024. The IBPS SO Mains Exam will focus on the specialized subject pertinent to the candidate’s chosen role. It will last 1 hour and 45 minutes and carry 120 marks. It is scheduled to be held on 14 December 2024.

IBPS SO Syllabus

The IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 also includes Professional Knowledge subjects that are specific to the role being applied for. Candidates who perform well in the Prelims will be eligible to sit for the Mains Exam and, if successful, will move on to the Interview Process. Mastery of the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 will greatly enhance a candidate’s chances of success in the exam and achieving a Specialist Officer position.

Parameters	Details
Conducting Authority	Institute of Banking & Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name	IBPS SO 2024
Mode	Online
Mains Exam Date	14th December 2024
Duration	Prelims – 120 minutes; Mains – 45/60 minutes
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, Interview
Negative Marking	¼th mark for each wrong answer
Official Website	ibps.in

IBPS SO Selection Process

The IBPS SO 2024 Exam will be conducted in three phases:

1. Preliminary Exam
2. Mains Exam
3. Interview Process

It is mandatory for candidates to clear all levels to be selected for the Specialist Officer post.

IBPS SO Important Points

• Separate sectional timing for each section in the prelim exam.
• The score of the Preliminary Exam will not be considered for final allotment.
• The final selection is based on the main exam and Interview Process.
• The Mains Examination contains questions only from the Professional Knowledge Subjects.

IBPS SO Exam Pattern 2024 for Prelims

The IBPS SO Preliminary Exam consists of three sections such as English Language, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude or General Awareness (depending on the post). Each section is timed separately, and the total duration of the exam is 120 minutes.

For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari:

Section	No. of Questions	Total Marks	Duration
Reasoning	50	50	40 minutes
English Language	50	25	40 minutes
General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking	50	50	40 minutes
Total	150	125	120 minutes

For other Specialist Officers (Agriculture Field Officer, Marketing Officer (Scale I), HR/Personnel Officer, IT Officer Scale I):

Section	No. of Questions	Total Marks	Duration
Reasoning	50	50	40 minutes
English Language	50	25	40 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50	40 minutes
Total	150	125	120 minutes

IBPS SO Exam Pattern 2024 for Mains

The IBPS SO Mains Exam focuses on the professional knowledge relevant to the candidate’s chosen specialist field. The exam duration varies between 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the post applied for.

For the Posts of Law Officer, IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer:

Name of Test	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Medium of Exam	Duration
Professional Knowledge	60	60	English & Hindi	45 minutes

For the Post of Rajbhasha Adhikari:

Name of Test	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Medium of Exam	Duration
Professional Knowledge (Objective)	45	60	English & Hindi	30 minutes
Professional Knowledge (Descriptive)	2	–	English & Hindi	30 minutes

IBPS SO Syllabus Subject Wise

The IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 covers a wide range of topics specific to each specialist role, including professional knowledge and general subjects like reasoning, English language, and quantitative aptitude. Familiarity with the detailed syllabus is crucial for effective preparation and success in the exam.

IBPS SO Prelims Syllabus

The IBPS SO Preliminary Exam Syllabus 2024 includes three main sections: Reasoning Ability, English Language, and Quantitative Aptitude. It focuses on testing candidates’ basic skills in these areas to assess their suitability for the Specialist Officer roles.

Subject	Topics Covered
Reasoning	Seating Arrangements, Puzzles, Inequalities, Syllogism, Input-Output, Data Sufficiency, Blood Relations, Order and Ranking, Alphanumeric Series, Distance and Direction, Verbal Reasoning
English Language	Cloze Test, Reading Comprehension, Spotting Errors, Sentence Improvement, Sentence Correction, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Para/Sentence Completion
Quantitative Aptitude	Number Series, Data Interpretation, Simplification/Approximation, Quadratic Equation, Data Sufficiency, Mensuration, Average, Profit and Loss, Ratio and Proportion, Work, Time and Energy, Time and Distance, Probability, Simple and Compound Interest, Permutation and Combination
General Awareness	Current Affairs, Banking Awareness, GK Updates, Currencies, Important Places, Books and Authors, Awards, Headquarters, Prime Minister Schemes, Important Days

IBPS SO Mains Syllabus

The IBPS SO Mains Exam Syllabus 2024 varies based on the Specialist Officer role and includes Professional Knowledge along with General Awareness and English Language for certain posts. It aims to evaluate candidates’ in-depth knowledge and expertise related to their specific field.

IT Officer (Scale-I):

• Database Management System
• Data Communication and Networking
• Operating System
• Software Engineering
• Data Structure
• Computer Organization and Microprocessor
• Object-Oriented Programming

Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I):

• Basics of Crop Production
• Horticulture
• Seed Science
• Agronomy and Irrigation
• Agricultural Economies
• Agricultural Practices
• Soil resources
• Animal Husbandry
• Agroforestry
• Ecology
• Government Schemes

Marketing Officer (Scale-I):

• Basics of Marketing Management
• Brand Management
• Advertising
• PR
• Sales
• Retail
• Business Ethics
• Market Segmentation
• Market research and forecasting demand
• Product Life Cycle
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Service Marketing
• Marketing Strategies

Law Officer (Scale-I):

• Banking Regulations
• Compliance and Legal Aspects
• Relevant Law and Orders related to negotiable instruments, securities, foreign exchange
• Prevention of Money-laundering, Limitation Act
• Consumer Protection Act
• SARFAESI Act
• Banking Ombudsman Scheme
• Laws and Actions with a Direct Link to Banking Sector
• Bankers Book Evidence Act
• DRT Act

HR/Personnel Officer (Scale-I):

• Human Resource Development
• Business policy and strategic analysis
• Transnational Analysis
• Training and Development
• Recruitment and Selection
• Rewards and Recognition
• Industrial Relations
• Business Policy and Strategic Analysis
• Grievance and Conflict Management
• Performance Management and Appraisal

IBPS SO Interview 2024

The IBPS SO Interview Process 2024 is the final stage of the recruitment for Specialist Officer positions. It assesses candidates’ suitability for the role through a structured and comprehensive interview.

1. Interview Stage

• Description: The interview focuses on evaluating a candidate’s personality, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and understanding of the banking sector and the specific role they are applying for. Candidates may be asked questions about their educational background, work experience, and general awareness related to the banking industry.
• Preparation Tips: Candidates should prepare for questions related to their field of expertise, stay updated on current banking and financial news, and practice common interview questions to boost confidence.

2. Interview Weightage

• Description: The interview is a crucial component of the final selection process, with a certain weightage assigned to it. The performance in the interview, combined with the scores from the Prelims and Mains exams, determines the final selection of candidates.
• Preparation Tips: Emphasize improving soft skills, brushing up on professional knowledge, and understanding the job role’s requirements to enhance performance in the interview.

The interview process aims to ensure that selected candidates are well-rounded professionals capable of fulfilling the responsibilities of a Specialist Officer in a public sector bank.

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