{"id":45450,"date":"2026-07-09T18:30:41","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T13:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=45450"},"modified":"2026-07-09T18:30:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T13:00:43","slug":"ibps-po-important-topics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026: High Scoring Topics for Pre &amp; Mains"},"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\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_Exam\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 Exam<\/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\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Prelims_2026\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO Prelims 2026<\/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\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_Reasoning_Ability\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 Reasoning Ability<\/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\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_Quantitative_Aptitude\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 Quantitative Aptitude<\/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\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Arithmetic_Topics_for_IBPS_PO\" >Important Arithmetic Topics for IBPS PO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Data_Interpretation_Topics\" >Important Data Interpretation Topics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_English_Language\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 English Language<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_2026\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_Reasoning_Ability_Computer_Aptitude\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains Reasoning Ability &amp; Computer Aptitude<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_Quantitative_Aptitude\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains Quantitative Aptitude<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-important-topics\/#Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_English_Language\" >Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains English Language<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Preparing for the IBPS PO 2026 exam requires a focused approach rather than studying every chapter with the same intensity. Every year, IBPS follows a similar pattern where certain topics consistently carry higher weightage in both the Prelims and Mains examinations. Candidates who prioritize these high-scoring areas can improve their preparation, save time, and maximize their chances of clearing the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-2026-exam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_Exam\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After analysing the previous year&#8217;s question papers and topic-wise weightage trends, it is evident that Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, and Reading Comprehension remain the most important topics for IBPS PO. This article covers the section-wise important topics for IBPS PO 2026 to help candidates prepare strategically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-prelims-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Prelims_2026\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO Prelims 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IBPS PO Prelims consists of Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Although the difficulty level varies every year, the majority of questions are repeatedly asked from a few high-weightage chapters. Candidates should complete these topics first before moving to less frequently asked chapters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ibps-po-prep-kit\/?ref=conttm-ibps-po-tww\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">download free IBPS PO Practice kit for all subjects<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-2026-reasoning-ability\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_Reasoning_Ability\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 Reasoning Ability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Reasoning Ability is one of the highest-scoring sections in the IBPS PO Prelims. Analysis of previous year papers shows that Puzzles and Seating Arrangement alone account for nearly half of the section. Along with puzzles, candidates should also prepare quick-scoring topics like Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, and Inequality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Priority<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Previous Year Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Puzzles &amp; Seating Arrangement<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><td>18-25 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Syllogism<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>3-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coding-Decoding<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>1-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Inequality<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>3-4 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Direction Sense<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>2-3 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blood Relation<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>0-3 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Order &amp; Ranking<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>1-3 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alphanumeric Series<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>0-2 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Miscellaneous Reasoning<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>1-4 Questions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-2026-quantitative-aptitude\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_Quantitative_Aptitude\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 Quantitative Aptitude<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Quantitative Aptitude is largely dominated by Arithmetic and Data Interpretation. Previous year analysis shows that these two topics together contribute around 25-27 questions in the Prelims, making them the most important chapters for IBPS PO 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Priority<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Previous Year Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Arithmetic<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><td>10-11 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Interpretation<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><td>10-15 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number Series<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>4-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Approximation<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>4-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quadratic Equation<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>3-4 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Q1 &amp; Q2 Based Questions<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>3-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Sufficiency<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Occasionally Asked<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ibps-po-mock-test\/?ref=conttm-ibps-po-tww\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">attempt a free IBPS PO Mock test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-arithmetic-topics-for-ibps-po\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Arithmetic_Topics_for_IBPS_PO\"><\/span>Important Arithmetic Topics for IBPS PO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should focus on the following arithmetic chapters, as these are frequently tested in both prelims and mains. These chapters form the foundation of the Quant section and require regular practice with variable-based and statement-based questions, especially for the Mains examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Important Arithmetic Chapters<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Percentage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ratio &amp; Proportion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Profit &amp; Loss<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Discount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simple &amp; Compound Interest<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Average<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Partnership<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mixture &amp; Alligation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ages<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time &amp; Work<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pipes &amp; Cistern<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time, Speed &amp; Distance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Boats &amp; Streams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trains<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mensuration<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-prelims-pyps\/?ref=conttm-ibps-po-tww\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">solve previous year iBPS PO question papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-data-interpretation-topics\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Data_Interpretation_Topics\"><\/span>Important Data Interpretation Topics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Data interpretation remains one of the highest-weightage topics in IBPS PO. Candidates should solve at least two to three DI sets daily to improve calculation speed and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Important DI Types<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Table DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Line Graph DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pie Chart DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bar Graph DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mixed DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Caselet DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Missing DI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Variable-Based DI<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-2026-english-language\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_2026_English_Language\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO 2026 English Language<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The English Language section evaluates grammar, vocabulary, reading ability, and comprehension skills. Reading comprehension has consistently received the highest weightage over the past few years, followed by the cloze test and grammar-based questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Priority<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Previous Year Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reading Comprehension<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><td>8-10 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cloze Test<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>5-6 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Error Detection<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>3-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Word Swap<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>3-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phrase Replacement<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>1-4 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fillers<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>2-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Para Jumbles<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>0-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sentence Rearrangement<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>3-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Word Usage \/ Phrase Usage<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>1-5 Questions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ibps-po\/?ref=conttm-ibps-po-tww\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">enroll in IBPS PO Online coaching<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-mains-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_2026\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IBPS PO Mains examination is considerably more analytical than the Prelims. Questions are lengthy, involve multiple concepts, and demand strong problem-solving skills. Candidates should focus on advanced-level practice instead of basic concept learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-mains-reasoning-ability-amp-computer-aptitude\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_Reasoning_Ability_Computer_Aptitude\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains Reasoning Ability &amp; Computer Aptitude<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Reasoning section in the Mains examination continues to revolve around high-level puzzles and logical reasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Priority<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>High-Level Puzzles &amp; Seating Arrangement<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Critical &amp; Logical Reasoning<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Machine Input-Output<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Sufficiency<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coding-Decoding<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coded Direction<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coded Inequality<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Miscellaneous Reasoning<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-mains-quantitative-aptitude\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_Quantitative_Aptitude\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains Quantitative Aptitude<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Quantitative Aptitude section in Mains mainly focuses on advanced Data Interpretation and statement-based Arithmetic questions. Recent trends indicate that Data Interpretation alone contributes nearly half of the section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Priority<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>High-Level Data Interpretation<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Caselet DI<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Logical DI<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mixed DI<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Missing &amp; Variable DI<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Probability-Based DI<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Radar DI<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Funnel DI<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Candle DI<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Statement-Based Arithmetic<\/td><td>Very High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantity Comparison<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number Series<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quadratic Equation<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ibps-po-prelims-pyps\/?ref=conttm-ibps-po-tww\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">solve previous year iBPS PO question papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-topics-for-ibps-po-mains-english-language\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Topics_for_IBPS_PO_Mains_English_Language\"><\/span>Important Topics for IBPS PO Mains English Language<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The English Language section in Mains emphasizes comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and analytical ability. 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