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Candidate selection for the positions of probationary officers/management trainees (PO/MT) in Indian public sector banks is done through the Common Recruitment Process by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). The IBPS PO examination is composed of 3 phases—prelims. mains and an interview. The prelims level is measured by multiple-choice questions concerning the understanding of the overall aptitude, reasoning and English language proficiency. The deserving candidates who make to the prelims have to appear for the mains exam where they are tested in greater depth in all the following topics along with some computer knowledge, data analysis/interpretation and banking/economy & finance awareness. At the last stage pickers of the group are subjected to an interview.
IBPS PO exam score is used by IBIS for preparing merit list and then ultimately banking public sector banks take decision on which candidate to be selected for vacant position. In 2023 the prelims IBPS PO exam will be conducted on 15th of October, 16th of October and 22nd of October whereas the mains exam is planned to be held on 26th of November. The preview list will be published in April 2023 and the provisional allotment list will be published in May. The announcement for the 2024 exam is expected to come out in August 2023. The prelims may be held in October 2023, but the exact dates for the exam are not known yet and can be seen on the IBPS official website. IBPS PO exam and final score most importantly decide where the bank and location of posting for recipients of the recruited Probationary Officers.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Common Written Examination for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees (IBPS PO) |
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Vacancies | To be notified (Expected range: 1500-2000) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Selection Procedure | Prelims, Mains, and Interview |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from any University recognized by the Government of India |
| Stage | Expected Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | August 2024 |
| Application Starts | August - September 2024 |
| Application Ends | September 2024 |
| Prelims Exam | October 2024 |
| Mains Exam | December 2024 |
| Interview | January - February 2025 |
| Result Declaration | March - April 2025 |
| Category | Expected Application Fee | Intimation Charges |
|---|---|---|
| General/UR/OBC | INR 850 | INR 175 |
| SC/ST/PWD | INR 175 | N/A |
| Stage | Description | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | Objective-type, multiple choice questions | 100 (30 Reasoning, 35 Quantitative Aptitude, 35 English Language) | 100 | 60 minutes |
| Mains | Objective-type, multiple choice questions & Descriptive test | 190 (155 objective + 35 descriptive) | 225 (155 objective + 70 descriptive) | 3 hours 30 minutes (210 minutes for objective + 60 minutes for descriptive) |
| Interview | Personal interview and assessment | N/A | 100 | N/A |
Stage 1: Prelims
| Section | Subjects/Topics |
|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Spatial Ability, Decision Making, Analogies |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number Systems, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Data Interpretation |
| English Language | Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Usage, Error Correction, Sentence Completion, Synonym/Antonym |
Stage 2: Mains
| Section | Subjects/Topics |
|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Puzzles |
| Computer Aptitude | Basic Computer Knowledge, MS Office, Internet Awareness |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number Systems, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Data Interpretation |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Banking Awareness, Indian Economy, Finance, Marketing, International Trade, etc. |
| Descriptive Test | Writing Skills, Communication Abilities, Essay Writing, Letter Writing, Report Writing |
Stage 3: Interview
| Assessment Areas | Description |
|---|---|
| Personality | Overall demeanor, confidence, and maturity |
| Communication Skills | Verbal and nonverbal communication, clarity of expression, fluency |
| General Awareness | Knowledge of current affairs, banking industry, and economic trends |
| Banking Knowledge | Understanding of banking products, services, and regulations |
| Suitability for the Job | Motivation, aptitude, and potential for success in the banking industry |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is expected to announce vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer (PO) in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in August 2024. While the official number of vacancies is yet to be released, based on previous years' trends, we can expect approximately 1500-2000 vacancies.
| Details | Expected Information |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 1500-2000 (Tentative) |
| Vacancy Announcement Date | August 2024 |
| Application Start Date | August - September 2024 |
| Application End Date | September 2024 |
| Prelims Exam | October 2024 |
| Mains Exam | December 2024 |
| Interview | January - February 2025 |
Reasoning Ability
| Book Title | Author |
|---|---|
| A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Analytical Reasoning | M.K. Pandey |
| Logical Reasoning | Arihant Experts |
| Kiran's IBPS PO Reasoning | Kiran Prakashan |
Quantitative Aptitude
| Book Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | R.S. Aggarwal |
| Fast Track Objective Arithmetic | Arihant Experts |
| Quick Maths Tricks | M. Tyra |
| NCERT Maths Textbooks (Class 6-10) | NCERT |
English Language
| Book Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Objective General English | S.P. Bakshi |
| Wren & Martin English Grammar & Composition | Wren & Martin |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| Objective English for Competitive Examinations | R.S. Aggarwal |
General Awareness & Banking Awareness
| Book Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Manorama Yearbook | Current Affairs |
| Lucent's General Knowledge | Lucent Publication |
| Pratiyogita Darpan | Competition Current Affairs Magazine |
| India Year Book | Government of India Publication |
| Banking Awareness for Competitive Exams | Arihant Experts |
Descriptive Test
| Book Title | Author |
|---|---|
| How to Prepare for IBPS PO Descriptive Test | Disha Experts |
| Writing Skills for Competitive Exams | Arihant Experts |
| Essays for Competitive Exams (English) | Kiran Prakashan |
| Precis Writing for Competitive Exams | Kiran Prakashan |
