IBPS Clerk
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Introduction
IBPS Clerk (now often referred to as Customer Service Associate in recent recruitment cycles) is a national-level banking examination conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection for recruitment to clerical posts in participating public sector banks across India. It is one of the most popular banking exams for graduates seeking a stable career in the banking sector.
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Online objective test
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Main Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 |
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 50 |
| General/Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 |
| Total | 155 | 200 |
Duration: 120 minutes
Online objective test
Final selection is based on Mains performance.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Document Verification
There is no interview for IBPS Clerk recruitment.
Syllabus
Reasoning Ability
Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Direction Sense
Syllogism
Inequality
Alphanumeric Series
Quantitative Aptitude
Simplification
Number Series
Percentage
Profit & Loss
Ratio & Proportion
Time & Work
Data Interpretation
English Language
Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Error Detection
Sentence Improvement
Vocabulary
Para Jumbles
General / Financial Awareness
Current Affairs
Banking Awareness
RBI and Monetary Policy
Financial Institutions
Indian Economy
Government Schemes
Computer Aptitude
Computer Fundamentals
Internet
MS Office
Networking Basics
Cyber Security Basics
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website:
IBPS Official Website - Register online.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form and print the confirmation page.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Basic knowledge of computer operations is desirable.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 28 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen or satisfy nationality conditions specified by IBPS.
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