{"id":203148,"date":"2024-11-25T15:35:26","date_gmt":"2024-11-25T10:05:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=203148"},"modified":"2024-11-25T15:35:27","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T10:05:27","slug":"understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Section A and Section B in IBPS PO Mains 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024\/#Understanding_Section_A_and_Section_B_in_IBPS_PO_Mains_2024\" >Understanding Section A and Section B in IBPS PO Mains 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024\/#IBPS_PO_Mains_Exam_Pattern_for_Section_A_and_Section_B\" >IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern for Section A and Section B<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024\/#Breakdown_of_Section_A_and_Section_B\" >Breakdown of Section A and Section B<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024\/#The_Purpose_Behind_Section_A_and_Section_B_Division_in_IBPS_PO\" >The Purpose Behind Section A and Section B Division in IBPS PO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/understanding-section-a-and-section-b-in-ibps-po-mains-2024\/#Preparation_Tips_for_Section_A_and_Section_B_for_IBPS_PO_Mains\" >Preparation Tips for Section A and Section B for IBPS PO Mains<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Understanding Section A and Section B in IBPS PO Mains 2024<\/strong>: The IBPS PO Mains Examination, scheduled for November 30, 2024, will feature a well-structured test format with a strategic division of questions into Section A and Section B. This division applies to key subjects in the objective test, such as Reasoning &amp; Computer Aptitude, English Language, and Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation. Each section serves a unique purpose, requiring candidates to adjust their approach for maximum performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/free-ebook-pdf-download\/?ref=bank-ebi-tripti&amp;next=https:\/\/bit.ly\/descriptive-writing-guide-for-bank-exams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Descriptive Writing Guide Free e-Book For All Banking Exams<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Section_A_and_Section_B_in_IBPS_PO_Mains_2024\"><\/span>Understanding Section A and Section B in IBPS PO Mains 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IBPS PO Mains 2024 will consist of an objective test worth 200 marks, to be completed within a time frame of 3 hours. Additionally, candidates will be given 30 minutes for a descriptive test worth 25 marks. The objective test will cover the following subjects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Reasoning &amp; Computer Aptitude<\/li><li>General\/Economy\/Banking Awareness<\/li><li>English Language<\/li><li>Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Of these, Reasoning &amp; Computer Aptitude, English Language, and Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation will be divided into Section A and Section B, each containing questions of varying difficulty levels and marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-mains-ga-capsule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download GA Capsule for IBPS PO Mains 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_Mains_Exam_Pattern_for_Section_A_and_Section_B\"><\/span>IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern for Section A and Section B<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the IBPS PO Mains 2024, Section A and Section B serve to balance question difficulty and test both speed and accuracy. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the exam pattern:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The total time allotted for the objective test is 3 hours, while candidates will have an additional 30 minutes for the descriptive section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Section<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Time Allotted<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning &amp; Computer Aptitude<\/td><td>Section A<\/td><td>15<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>60 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Section B<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General\/Economy\/Banking Awareness<\/td><td>\u2013<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>35 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>Section A<\/td><td>5<\/td><td>10<\/td><td>40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Section B<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation<\/td><td>Section A<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Section B<\/td><td>10<\/td><td>10<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><\/td><td>155<\/td><td>200<\/td><td>3 hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-mains-descriptive-test-essay-and-letter-topics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IBPS PO Mains Descriptive Test 2024, Essay and Letter\u00a0Topics<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakdown_of_Section_A_and_Section_B\"><\/span>Breakdown of Section A and Section B<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To perform well in the IBPS PO Mains 2024, it\u2019s essential to understand the composition of Section A and Section B for each subject:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reasoning &amp; Computer Aptitude<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Section A: 15 questions, 2 marks each.<\/li><li>Section B: 30 questions, 1 mark each.<\/li><li>Total: 60 marks in 60 minutes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">English Language<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Section A: 5 questions, 2 marks each.<\/li><li>Section B: 30 questions, 1 mark each.<\/li><li>Total: 40 marks in 40 minutes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Section A: 25 questions, 2 marks each.<\/li><li>Section B: 10 questions, 1 mark each.<\/li><li>Total: 60 marks in 45 minutes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each section is designed to test different aspects of your skills: <strong>Section A <\/strong>focuses on more challenging, high-value questions, while <strong>Section B<\/strong> tests quicker, less complex problem-solving abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/descriptive-writing-for-bank-exams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Descriptive Writing For Bank Exams, A Complete Guide<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Purpose_Behind_Section_A_and_Section_B_Division_in_IBPS_PO\"><\/span>The Purpose Behind Section A and Section B Division in IBPS PO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The introduction of Section A and Section B in the IBPS PO Mains exam helps ensure a balanced evaluation of candidates. Here&#8217;s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Section A (2 Marks): <\/strong>Questions in Section A carry higher marks, usually associated with more complex problems. These questions assess candidates&#8217; in-depth understanding, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Given their weight, these questions are crucial for securing a significant portion of the total marks.<\/li><li><strong>Section B (1 Mark):<\/strong> This section consists of relatively simpler questions that are designed to test speed and accuracy. Though the individual marks per question are lower, Section B plays a key role in helping candidates accumulate marks efficiently within a shorter time frame.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This structure enables examiners to test both the depth of knowledge and the ability to work under time constraints, offering a fair and thorough assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/how-to-master-the-descriptive-writing-section-for-ibps-po-mains-exam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Master the Descriptive Writing Section for IBPS PO?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_Tips_for_Section_A_and_Section_B_for_IBPS_PO_Mains\"><\/span>Preparation Tips for Section A and Section B for IBPS PO Mains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To excel in both Section A and Section B of the IBPS PO Mains 2024, candidates need to adopt a strategic preparation plan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Focus on High-Difficulty Questions for Section A<\/strong>: Given the higher marks allocated to Section A, it\u2019s important to practice complex problems in Reasoning, Data Analysis, and English. Sharpen your analytical and logical reasoning skills to handle the challenging nature of these questions effectively.<\/li><li><strong>Speed and Accuracy for Section B<\/strong>: Since Section B questions are relatively simpler but numerous, practice is key to mastering them. Work on solving questions quickly without compromising accuracy, as these marks add up quickly and can significantly boost your score.<\/li><li><strong>Time Management<\/strong>: Both sections demand efficient time management. Allocate appropriate time for each section during practice to avoid rushing through any part of the exam.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By dividing your focus between mastering challenging questions in Section A and honing your speed for Section B, you\u2019ll be well-prepared to tackle the IBPS PO Mains 2024 with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/free-ebook-pdf-download\/?ref=bank-ebi-tripti&amp;next=https:\/\/bit.ly\/descriptive-writing-guide-for-bank-exams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Descriptive Writing Guide Free e-Book For All Banking Exams<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/complete-descriptive-batch-ibps-po-mains-2024-english-1411\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-28.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-203167\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/coding-decoding-new-pattern-reasoning-video\/\">[Video] How to solve Coding &amp; 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