Rachit Kumar SaxenaManager-Editorial
The Institute of Banking and Personnel Selection is expected to release the IBPS PO main exam result soon on its official website - ibps.in. The Institute will release the IBPS PO result 2024 under the candidate's login. To check the result, the candidate will be required to login with their registration number and date of birth. The candidates should note that the Insitute will also release the IBPS PO Cutoff 2024 with the result. The IBPS PO 2024 main was conducted on November 30, 2024.
The IBPS released the IBPS PO prelims result 2024 on November 21, 2024. The IBPS PO 2024 was conducted on October 19 and 20, 2024 at the designated exam centres. The IBPS PO cutoff 2024 was also released with the scorecard. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) notified 3,955 IBPS PO vacancies in the official advertisement.Â
Q: Â What is IBPS PO exam pattern?
IBPS PO exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam such as marking scheme, total marks, time duration, etc. IBPS PO exam pattern is such that it is divided into prelims exam, Mainsexam and interview. IBPS PO prelims exam comprises three sections-Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The total marks allotted to the test are 200. The duration of the test is 60 minutes. There are sectional timings in the exam. IBPS POMainsexam comprises both objective and descriptive-type questions. The total marks allotted to theMainsexam are 225. The duration of the test is 3 hours 30 minutes. The total marks allotted to the interview are 100.
Q: Â When did IBPS PO prelims exam 2024 result released?
The IBPS PO Prelims result 2024 was released on its official website - ibps.in. The candidates should note the IBPS PO exam 2024 (prelims) was conducted on October 19 and 20. The IBPS PO result 2024 is available online only. The IBPS PO scorecard has been released on the official website.
The IBPS PO main exam 2024 will be conducted on November 30, 2024.
Q: Â When will IBPS PO Mains result 2024 be released?
The IBPS PO main exam result 2024 is expected to be released soon. The Institute of Banking and Personnel Selection conducted the IBPS PO main exam on November 30, 2024. The IBPS will release the IBPS PO result 2024 will be released on its official website - ibps.in.
To check the IBPS PO main result, the candidates will be required to log in with their registration number and password to download their results. The IBPS PO cutoff 2024 for the main exam will also be released online with the result.
Q: Â What is the full form of IBPS PO?
IBPS PO full form stands for the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Probationary Officers. The exam is conducted online once a year and comprises three-stage selection process-prelims, Mains and interview. Candidates are recruited in 11 participating banks. The final selection of candidates is done based on the Mains exam and interview. The prelims exam comprises 100 marks and Mains paper carries 250 marks.
Q: Â When was the IBPS PO 2024 admit card for prelims released?
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the IBPS PO 2024 admit card on its official website because the IBPS PO 2024 exam was conducted on October 19 and 20. The IBPS PO exam 2024 was conducted as a Computer-Based Exam (CBE).
The IBPS PO advertisement notified 3,955 vacancies in the official advertisement.
- IBPS PO Result 2024
- IBPS PO Dates 2024
- IBPS PO Cutoff 2024
- IBPS PO Exam Analysis 2024
- What is IBPS PO?
- IBPS PO Admit Card 2024
- IBPS PO Exam Highlights
- IBPS PO Application Form 2024
- IBPS PO Notification 2024
- IBPS PO Eligibility 2024
- IBPS PO Vacancies 2024
- IBPS PO Syllabus 2024
- IBPS PO Exam Pattern 2024
- IBPS PO Selection Process
- IBPS PO Preparation Tips
- IBPS PO Previous Years' Question Papers
- What is IBPS PO Salary?
- IBPS PO Registered vs Appeared
- IBPS Contact Details
- IBPS PO 2024 Exam FAQs
IBPS PO Result 2024
The IBPS PO main exam 2024 will be released soon. IBPS PO result is announced online for prelims exam, mains exam and final selection. To check the result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The final selection of candidates is done based on the mains exam and interview. The scorecard is released few days after the declaration of the result. The scorecard displays the overall score, section-wise scores, overall cut off, section-wise cut off, qualifying status, etc.
How to Download IBPS PO Result?
The steps to download IBPS PO result are given below:
- Visit the official website of IBPS
- Click the 'IBPS PO result' link on the home page
- On the login page, candidates are required to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
- IBPS PO result appears on the screen
- Download the result and save it
Details in IBPS PO ResultÂ
The following details are mentioned in the IBPS PO scorecard:
Name of candidate |
Roll number |
Registration number | Exam date |
Category | Maximum score overall and section-wise |
IBPS PO cut off marks |
Obtained score in individual sections and overall |
IBPS PO Result: Know the Marking Scheme
The marking scheme of IBPS PO is given below:
- Candidates are awarded one mark for correct answers
- 0.25 marks are deducted for wrong answers
- The total marks are calculated based on the number of correct and incorrect answers
Normalisation of IBPS PO Marks
IBPS calculates the IBPS PO marks of the candidates through a method called normalisation that help candidates to get a rounded-up figure. Since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts and days the difficulty level of the question paper varies from one shift to another. Normalisation of scores is done to balance and assist in the fair evaluation. This method is followed both for prelims and Mains exams. Some of the benefits of normalisation are given below: The first assumption made for normalisation of marks is that the candidates across all the shifts of the exam have similar abilities The number of candidates appearing in the exam conducted by IBPS in large shifts is randomly done.
Q: Â How to check IBPS PO Result?
Q: Â What happens after you clear IBPS PO exam?
Q: Â Are the marks of IBPS PO prelims exam considered for final merit list?
Q: Â What is IBPS PO score calculation process?
IBPS PO Dates 2024
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IBPS PO 2024 exam
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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30 Nov '24 | IBPS PO 2024 Mains Exam |
21 Nov '24 - 28 Nov '24 | IBPS PO prelims result 2024 |
19 Oct '24 - 20 Oct '24 | IBPS PO 2024 Prelims Exam |
IBPS PO Cutoff 2024
The IBPS PO cutoff 2024 has been released with the scorecard. The candidates should note that the IBPS PO Prelims cutoff has declined to a new low of 48.5 marks out of the total marks of 100 for the General Category. IBPS PO cut off is released separately for prelims exam, mains and final selection. The cut-off is made available in PDF form for different sections and categories. IBPS PO cut off is applied to the overall score and individual score.
IBPS PO Prelims Cut off 2024
The category-wise IBPS PO cut off marks for prelims exam are given below.
Category | Cut-Off Marks |
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GEN |
48.50 |
SC |
48.00 |
ST |
41.00 |
OBC |
48.50 |
EWS |
48.50 |
The Institute will also release the IBPS PO state-wise cutoff for the candidates.
Q: Â What is the cutoff for IBPS PO 2024 prelims?
The Institute of Banking and Personnel Selection released the IBPS PO 2024 sectional cutoff and for all the categories. The IBPS PO cutoff for the prelims exam was reduced to 48.50. The Institute also released the sectional cutoff for IBPS PO prelims exam 2024.
The candidates can see below the IBPS PO prelims cutoff 2024:
Category | Cut-Off Marks |
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GEN | 48.50 |
SC | 48.00 |
ST | 41.00 |
OBC | 48.50 |
EWS | 48.50 |
Q: Â What was IBPS PO Mains cut off in 2022?
IBPS PO Mains cut off 2022 was calculated out of 225 marks. The cut off for the General category was 71.25 whereas it was 69.75 for OBC. IBPS PO Mains cut off for SC category was 59.25 whereas it was 53.25. The category-wise IBPS PO Mains cut off is given below.
Category | Cut Off Marks (Out of 225) |
General | 71.25 |
OBC | 69.75 |
SC | 59.25 |
ST | 53.25 |
EWS | 70.50 |
HI | 37.75 |
OC | 50.50 |
VI | 66.25 |
ID | 36 |
Q: Â Does IBPS PO exam cutoff come statewise?
IBPS PO cut off is released category-wise and section-wise. The cut off is not released state-wise. IBPS PO cut off is the minimum qualifying marks that candidates need to secure inorder to qualify the exam and become eligible for the next round of selection process. IBPS PO 2022 cut offs for the prelims and Mains exam are given below.
IBPS PO Prelims Cut off 2022
Category | Cut-Off Marks |
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Gen | 49.75 |
SC | 46.75 |
ST | 40.75 |
OBC | 49.75 |
EWS | 49.75 |
HI | 17.50 |
OC | 32.75 |
VI | 24.75 |
ID | 19.75 |
IBPS PO Mains Cut off 2022
Category | Cut Off Marks (Out of 225) |
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General | 71.25 |
OBC | 69.75 |
SC | 59.25 |
ST | 53.25 |
EWS | 70.50 |
HI | 37.75 |
OC | 50.50 |
VI | 66.25 |
ID | 36 |
Q: Â What was IBPS PO prelims cut off in 2022?
IBPS PO prelims cut off 2022 for General category was 49.75. The cut off for SC and ST was 46.75 and 40.75, respectively. The cut off for EWS was 49.75. The category-wise IBPS PO prelims cut off is given below.
Category | Cut-Off Marks |
Gen | 49.75 |
SC | 46.75 |
ST | 40.75 |
OBC | 49.75 |
EWS | 49.75 |
HI | 17.50 |
OC | 32.75 |
VI | 24.75 |
ID | 19.75 |
Q: Â What was IBPS PO 2021 Mains cut off?
IBPS PO 2021 Mains cut off for General category is 80.75. The cut off for OBC category was 75.75. The cut off for SC category was 65.5. The cut off for ST category was 57.75. The category-wise IBPS PO Mains cut off 2021 is given below.
Category | Cut Off Marks (Out of 225) |
General | 80.75 |
OBC | 75.75 |
SC | 65.5 |
ST | 57.75 |
EWS | 77.25 |
HI | 42.50 |
OC | 62.50 |
VI | 77.75 |
ID | 46 |
IBPS PO Exam Analysis 2024
The IBPS PO 2024 Prelims Exam was of Moderate Difficulty Level. The candidates can see below the IBPS PO exam Analysis video of candidates who appeared in the exam.
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What is IBPS PO?
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Probationary Officers or IBPS PO exam is conducted annually to recruit Probationary Officers/Management Trainees (PO/MT) in 11 Public Sector Banks in India. IBPS CRP PO/MT exam comprises the preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview. A job in the banking industry is one of the most sought-after career options in the country. The post of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee (PO/MT) in the public sector banks in India is in huge demand because of career growth and lucrative salary.Â
Know About IBPS PO Exam
Also Read: Private Sector Bank Recruitment in India
IBPS PO Participating Banks
Banks under IBPS are the public sector banks where candidates are selected for the post of POs/MTs. There are 11 banks listed for IBPS PO. Upon selection, candidates are allotted to any one of the following IBPS PO bank lists.Â
Participating Bank | Participating Bank |
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Bank of Baroda | Canara Bank |
Indian Overseas Bank | UCO Bank |
Bank of India | Central Bank of India |
Punjab National Bank | Union Bank of India |
Bank of Maharashtra | Indian Bank |
Punjab & Sind Bank | - |
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Q: Â What is better job IBPS PO or SBI PO?
Q: Â What is IBPS PO exam?
IBPS PO exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection to select eligible candidates for the post of Probationary Officers in different public sector banks in India. The exam is being conducted every year since 2011. IBPS PO exam is for selection of candidates for the 11 public sector banks. IBPS PO exam is conducted online at various locations throughout India. The selection process of IBPS PO comprises prelims exam, mains exams and interview. The prelims exam is qualifying in nature. The final selection of candidates is done based on the performance in the mains exam and interview. The participating institutes verifies the eligibility of candidates after which they are provided appointment.
IBPS PO Admit Card 2024
IBPS PO admit card 2024 was released on October 10, 2024. The admit card comprises details such as the candidate's name, roll number, registration number, password, date of birth, address of exam centre, scanned photograph, signature, etc. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. Candidates can access their admit cards by logging in with registration or roll numbers and date of birth or password. Candidates need to carry all the required documents to appear for the interview.
How to Download IBPS PO Admit Card 2024?
The steps to download IBPS PO admit card are given below:
- Visit the official website of IBPSÂ
- Click the IBPS PO admit card link on the home page
- Enter the required credentials in the login page
- IBPS PO admit card appears on the screen
- Download the admit card and take its printout
Q: Â What is the sample handwriting given in the IBPS PO admit card?
The IBPS PO admit card typically includes a sample handwriting section for you to use as a reference when filling out your handwriting test. The sample handwriting is usually a few lines of text written in both capital and lowercase letters. It is intended to serve as a guide for the handwriting test, which is used to evaluate your writing skills and ensure that your handwriting is legible and easy to read. Candidates need to download their admit cards online. To download IBPS PO admit card, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. IBPS PO admit card is an important document without which candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam. Candidates should keep their admit cards safely till the completion of selection process.
Q: Â How do I download the IBPS PO admit card?
IBPS PO admit card is released separately for the prelims exam, Mainsexam and interview. The link to download the admit card is made available on the official website. However, the direct link to download the admit card is also provided on this page. To download IBPS PO admit card, candidates need to enter the registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. The steps to download IBPS PO admit card are given below:
- Visit the official website of IBPS
- Click the 'IBPS PO Admit Card' link on the home page
- Enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
- After entering the details, IBPS PO admit card appears on the screen
- Download the admit card and take its printout
Q: Â IBPS PO admit card page is taking time to load. What to do?
At times due to the heavy load at the server, IBPS PO admit card page takes time to load. In such case, candidates should not panic rather they should try downloading the admit card within certain interval of time. It is better to download the admit card at night. Moreover, candidates must also check their internet connectivity. In the admit card login page, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. IBPS PO admit card comprises the details related to the exam such as the candidate’s name, roll number, date of birth, password, details related to exam centre, date of exam, reporting time and many more.
IBPS PO Exam Highlights
Candidates can check below the highlights related to IBPS PO exam.
IBPS PO Exam Highlights 2024 | |
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Exam Name |
IBPS POÂ |
Conducting Body |
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Exam Level |
National level |
Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
IBPS PO 2024 Application Start Date | 01-Aug-2024 |
IBPS PO 2024 Application End Date | 21-Aug-2024 28-Aug-2024 |
IBPS PO Vacancies 2024 | 4,455 3,955 |
Mode of Exam |
Online |
IBPS PO 2024 Admit Card Release Date |
10-Oct-2024 |
Exam Date |
19 & 20-Oct-2024 |
Total Registrations |
5.74 (As per 2021-22 data) |
Total Test Takers |
4.37 (As per 2021-22 data) |
Exam Purpose |
To select candidates for the post of Probationary Officers |
Exam Fees |
INR 850 for the General and OBC categories INR 175 for SC/ST/PWBD candidates |
Exam Duration |
Prelims: One hour (60 minutes) Mains: 3 hours 30 minutes |
No. of Papers and Total Marks |
Prelims: Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language (100 marks) Mains: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation (225 marks) Interview: 100 |
Total Questions |
Prelims: 100 Mains: 157 (155 objective types and 2 descriptive types) |
Marking Scheme |
0.25 marks are deducted for wrong answers |
Language/Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi |
No. of Participating Banks |
11 |
No. of Test Cities |
Prelims: Approximately 200 Mains: Approximately 100 |
Official Website |
https://www.ibps.in/ |
Contact Details |
1800 222 366, 1800 103 4566 |
Q: Â What is IBPS PO Educational Qualification?
IBPS PO educational qualification is a Degree/Graduation in any discipline from a university recognised by the government. Of India or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Candidates must possess valid marksheet/degree Certificate that they are graduate on the day they register and indicates the percentage of marks obtained in graduation while registration online. All educational mentioned by the examination authority should be from a university/institution/board recognised by government. Of India/approved by government/approved by government. Regulatory bodies and the final result should have been declared. Candidates who are in the final year of graduation are not eligible to apply for the exam. At the time of interview, candidates are required to submit the educational qualification certificates.
Q: Â Does IBPS maintains reserve list for IBPS PO exam?
IBPS PO Application Form 2024
IBPS PO 2024 online applications started on August 1, 2024. Interested candidates can fill out the application form online within the prescribed deadline. The application fee was INR 850 for the General and OBC categories and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWBD candidates.Â
How to fill IBPS PO Online Form?
The steps to fill IBPS PO online form are given below:
- Visit the official website of IBPS
- Go to the 'IBPS PO 2024 Advertisement'Â
- Register for the exam first by clicking 'New Registration' tab
- Fill in the required details to register
- Registration ID and password are generated
- Upload scanned photograph and signature
- Fill the basic details, personal details, and educational qualifications, enter details of computer certification courses, select the languages known, enter preferences of banks, etc
- Preview the application form
- Upload left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- Pay the application feesÂ
- Submit IBPS PO application form
IBPS PO Application Fee
Category | IBPS PO Application Fee (In INR) |
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SC/ST/PWD |
175 (Intimation Charges only) |
General and Others |
850 (Application fee including intimation charges) |
Q: Â How should I choose banks in the IBPS PO application form?
Q: Â What happens if a candidate enters a wrong percentage obtained in graduation in IBPS PO application form?
Q: Â What can one do if he/she has forgotten to take the printout of the application form for the IBPS PO exam?
IBPS PO Notification 2024
The IBPS PO notification 2024 was released online on the official website of the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection - ibps.in. The IBPS PO notification 2024 mentioned all the important details about the IBPS PO exam 2024. It will serve as a ready reckoner for the exam. In case of any judicial proceedings, the interpretation of the official notification will be deemed as the final mandate of IBPS.
IBPS PO Eligibility 2024
The candidates can see below the IBPS PO Eligibility as mentioned in the official notification. The IBPS PO eligibility can be classified into the following components.
- Nationality
- Age Limit
- Educational Qualification
See below all of the above components in detail
IBPS PO Nationality Requirement
A candidate applying for IBPS CRP/Bank PO Examination must be one of the following:
1. Citizen of India
2. Subject of Nepal or Bhutan
3. Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement
4. Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who has migrated from Burma, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Vietnam or East African countries of Zaire, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Ethiopia, Malawi, with the intention of permanent settlement in India
Candidates belonging to the category 2, 3, 4 must have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Govt of India in their favour.
IBPS PO Age Limit
IBPS PO eligibility criteria are certain parameters regarding age and educational qualification. The age limit of candidates for IBPS PO is between 20 and 30 years. A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1994 and not later than 01.08.2004 (both dates inclusive).
The IBPS also provides age relaxation to certain categories. Â Relaxation in the upper age limit will be provided to the following categories.
Category | Age Relaxation (In Years) |
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Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) |
5Â |
Other Backward Classes (OBC Non-Creamy Layer) |
3Â |
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) |
10Â |
Ex-Servicemen (Army personnel) |
5Â |
Widows/Divorced Women |
9Â |
Persons with Domicile of Jammu &Kashmir during the period of 1-1-1980 to 31-12-1989 |
5Â |
Persons affected by 1984 riots |
5Â |
Regular Employees of Union Carbide Factory, Bhopal retrenched from service(for MP state Only) |
5 |
IBPS PO Educational Qualification
The eligibility criteria for the IBPS CRP exam is a graduation degree (BA, BCom, BSc, BTech, etc) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India. Any such candidate who has received equivalent qualification which the Central Government recognizes is also eligible to apply for this exam.
The candidates must have a valid mark sheet/ degree certificate that certifies that they are a graduate on the day they register for this exam, and must indicate the percentage of marks obtained in graduation while registering for the IBPS PO.Â
Calculation of Graduation Percentage
The percentage of marks obtained in graduation is arrived at by dividing the total marks obtained by the candidate in all the subjects irrespective of honours/optional/additional optional subject, if any) multiplied by 100. This will be applicable for those Universities also where Class/Grade is decided on the basis of Honours marks only. The fraction of percentage so arrived is ignored i.e. 59.99 per cent will be treated as less than 60 per cent and 54.99 per cent are treated as less than 55 per cent.
Computer Literacy
Working knowledge of computer systems is necessary for the job as well as to give the IBPS PO exam which is conducted in online mode.
Language Proficiency
Verbal and written proficiency in the official language of the State/UT is desirable. The candidate must be able to read, write and speak the language.
IBPS PO Vacancies 2024
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) notified 3,955 IBPS PO vacancies in the official notification. The candidates should note that this is a higher number in comparison of previous year. The candidates can expected a low cutoff at each stage of the selection process. The candidates can see below the details of IBPS PO vacancies below:
Sl.No | Bank | IBPS PO Vacancies |
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1 | Bank of Baroda | NR |
2 | Bank of India | 885 |
3 | Bank of Maharashtra | NR |
4 | Canara Bank | 750 |
5 | Central Bank of India | 20001500 |
6 | Indian Bank | NR |
7 | Indian Overseas Bank | 260 |
8 | Punjab National Bank | 200 |
9 | Punjab & Sind Bank | 360 |
10 | UCO Bank | NR |
11 | Union Bank of India | NR |
Total | 4,455 3,955 |
The candidates should note that the Central Bank of India notified the highest number of vacancies.
Q: Â How many vacancies were announced for IBPS PO 2021?
In 2021, a total of 5809 vacancies were announced for IBPS PO 2021 exam. The highest number of vacancies were announced for the Union Bank of India. A total of 912 vacancies were announced. The bank-wise vacancy break-up of 2021 is given below.
Banks | Revised Vacancies |
Bank of Baroda | 0 |
Bank of India | 838 |
Bank of Maharashtra | 500 |
Canara Bank | 650 |
Central Bank of India | 620 |
Indian Bank | 498 |
Indian Overseas Bank | 424 |
Punjab National Bank | 500 |
Punjab & Sind Bank | 427 |
UCO Bank | 440 |
Union Bank of India | 912 |
Total | 5809 |
Q: Â How many vacancies were announced for IBPS PO in 2020?
In 2020, a total of 4799 vacancies were announced for IBPS PO exam. The highest number of vacancies were announced for Canara Bank. A total of 2100 vacancies were announced for Canara Bank. The vacancy break-up is given below.
Banks | Number of vacancies |
Bank of India | 1466 |
Bank of Maharashtra | 250 |
Canara Bank | 2100 |
Punjab National Bank | 400 |
Punjab & Sind Bank | 233 |
UCO Bank | 350 |
Total | 4799 |
Q: Â How many vacancies were announced for IBPS PO 2022 exam?
In 2022, a total of 6932 vacancies were announced for IBPS PO exam. The highest number of vacancies were announced for the Canara Bank. A total of 2500 vacancies were announced for Canara Bank. A total of 2799 vacancies were announced for General Category, 1876 for OBC, 1071 for SC and 520 for ST. IBPS PO 2022 vacancies are given below.
Participating Bank | Old Vacancy |
Bank of India | 535 |
Bank of Maharashtra | - |
Canara Bank | 2500 |
Punjab National Bank | 500 |
Punjab & Sind Bank | 253 |
UCO bank | 550 |
Union Bank of India | 2094 |
IBPS PO Syllabus 2024
IBPS PO syllabus is divided into two parts-prelims and mains. IBPS only notifies the subjects/sections for the prelims and mains exam, the topics or sub-topics in the syllabus are formulated based on the questions that have appeared in the exam over the past few years. Candidates can check below the IBPS PO syllabus:
IBPS PO Prelims Syllabus
The IBPS PO prelims exam 2024 was conducted on October 19 & 20, 2024 based on the syllabus mentioned below:
Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Syllabus | English Language |
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Simplification |
Logical Reasoning |
Reading Comprehension |
Profit & Loss |
Alphanumeric Series |
Cloze Test |
Mixtures & Allegations |
Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test |
Para jumbles |
Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Surds & Indices |
Data Sufficiency |
Word Usage, Word-Swap |
Work & Time |
Inequalities |
Fill in the blanks |
Time & Distance |
Seating Arrangement |
Error Detection, Error Spotting |
Mensuration-Cylinder, Cone, Sphere |
Puzzle |
Paragraph Completion |
Data Interpretation |
Tabulation |
One Word Substitution |
Ratio & Proportion, Percentage |
Syllogism |
Miscellaneous |
Number Systems |
Blood Relations |
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Sequence & Series |
Input-Output |
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Permutation, Combination &Probability |
Coding-Decoding |
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The candidates are suggested to prepare all the topics mentioned in the official syllabus because the IBPS can ask any number of questions from any topic.
IBPS PO Mains Syllabus
The candidates who clear the prelims exam will be called for the main exam. The IBPS PO main exam 2024 was conducted on November 30, 2024.
Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus | General Awareness Syllabus | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude Syllabus | English Language Syllabus | |
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Simplification |
Financial Awareness |
Verbal Reasoning |
Internet |
Reading Comprehension |
Average |
Current Affairs |
Syllogism |
Memory |
Vocabulary |
Percentage |
General Knowledge |
Circular Seating Arrangement |
Keyboard Shortcuts |
Grammar |
Mixture and Allegations |
Static Awareness |
Code Inequalities |
Computer Abbreviation |
One word Substitution |
Ratio and Percentage |
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Linear Seating Arrangement |
Microsoft Office |
Verbal Ability |
Data Interpretation |
Double Lineup |
Computer Hardware |
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Mensuration and Geometry |
Scheduling |
Computer Software |
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Quadratic Equation |
Input-Output |
Operating System |
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Interest |
Blood Relations |
Networking |
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Problems of Ages |
Directions and Distances |
Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies |
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Profit and Loss |
Ordering and Ranking |
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Number Series |
Data Sufficiency |
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Speed, Distance and Time |
Coding and Decoding |
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Time and Work |
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Number System |
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Data Sufficiency |
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Linear Equation |
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Permutation and Combination |
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Probability |
The candidates need to prepare all the topics for their maximum complexity to score better marks in the main exam.
Q: Â What is the difference between the syllabus of IBPS PO and that of SBI PO?
Q: Â What is the IBPS PO Prelims syllabus?
IBPS PO prelims syllabus is given below: English Reading comprehension, Cloze Test, Spotting Errors, Para Jumbles, Sentence Improvements, Fill in the blanks, Sentence Connectors etc. Reasoning Ability: Seating Arrangement, Puzzles, Inequality, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, miscellaneous questions, data sufficiency etc. Quantitative Aptitude Number series, simplification, quadratic equations, data interpretation, arithmetic problems, quantity-based questions etc. IBPS PO prelims syllabus is given below:
IBPS PO prelims Reasoning syllabus: Logical Reasoning, Alphanumeric Series, Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test, Data Sufficiency, Coded Inequalities, Seating Arrangement, Puzzle, Syllogism, Input-Output, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relation.
IBPS PO Prelims Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus: Simplification, Profit & Loss, Mixtures & Alligations, Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices, Work & Time, Time & Distance, Mensuration-Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Data Interpretation, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Number Systems, Sequence & Series and Permutation, Combination & Probability.
IBPS PO Prelims English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para jumbles, Spotting Error, Fill in the blanks, etc.
Q: Â Are the IBPS PO prelims and Main exam syllabus the same?
The IBPS PO (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Probationary Officer) exam has two stages: the preliminary exam and the main exam. The syllabus for both exams is different. The preliminary exam tests a candidate's knowledge in English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability. The main exam tests a candidate's knowledge in General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude, and Financial Awareness. The difficulty level of both the exams is different. The level of the prelims exam is easier than the mains exam. Candidates should be thorough with the IBPS PO syllabus as the questions in the exam are framed based on it.
Q: Â What is the IBPS PO syllabus?
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection formulates the IBPS PO syllabus. Candidates must prepare according to the syllabus to get good score in the exam. IBPS PO syllabus is segregated into prelims, Mains and interview. IBPS PO Prelims syllabus comprises the English Language, Quantitative Ability, and Reasoning Ability. IBPS Mains syllabus covers the various topics of Reasoning Ability, Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Interpretation and Analysis, General economy or Banking Awareness. IBPS PO Syllabus is given below.
Subjects | Topics |
Reasoning | Logical Reasoning, Alphanumeric Series, Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test, Data Sufficiency, Coded Inequalities, Seating Arrangement, Puzzle, Syllogism, Input-Output, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relation.
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Quantitative Aptitude | Simplification, Profit & Loss, Mixtures & Alligations, Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices, Work & Time, Time & Distance, Mensuration-Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Data Interpretation, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Number Systems, Sequence & Series and Permutation, Combination & Probability |
English Language | Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para jumbles, Spotting Error, Fill in the blanks, etc |
General Awareness | Financial Awareness, Current Affairs, General Knowledge, Static Awareness |
Computer Aptitude | Internet, Memory, Keyboard Shortcuts, Computer Abbreviation, Microsoft Office, Operating System, etc. |
IBPS PO Exam Pattern 2024
IBPS PO exam pattern is divided into prelims, mains and interviews. The exam pattern is explained below in detail:
IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern
IBPS PO prelims exam is conducted for one hour with 20 minutes of sectional timings. It consists of three sections with a total of 100 questions. The total marks allotted to the test are 100 marks. There is a negative marking in IBPS PO and 0.25 marks are deducted for a wrong answer. IBPS PO exam pattern is given below.
IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern | |||
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Sections | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration (In minutes) |
English Language |
30Â |
30Â |
20Â |
Quantitative Aptitude |
35Â |
35Â |
20Â |
Reasoning Ability |
35Â |
35Â |
20Â |
Total |
100Â |
100Â |
60Â |
The candidates should internalise the IBPS PO exam pattern by practising it with the mock test.
IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern
IBPS PO mains exam pattern comprises both objective and descriptive-type tests. The duration of the test is 3 hours 30 minutes. The total marks allotted to the test are 225. Candidates qualifying the mains exam are called for an interview.
IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern | |||
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Sections | Total Questions | Duration (In minutes) | Total Marks |
English Language |
35Â |
40 |
40Â |
Data Interpretation and Analysis |
35Â |
45 |
60Â |
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude |
45Â |
60 |
60Â |
General Awareness |
40Â |
35 |
40 |
Total |
155 |
180 |
200 |
English (Essay and Letter Writing) |
2 |
30 minutes |
25 |
Grand Total |
157 |
3 hours 30 minutes |
225 |
IBPS PO Interview
Shortlisted candidates for the mains exam are called for the interview, which is conducted by the participating organizations and coordinated by the nodal bank. The interview carries 100 marks. In the interview, candidates are asked questions based on the Banking Sector, Current Affairs, General Awareness, etc. The minimum qualifying mark in the interview is 40 per cent (35 per cent for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates).Â
IBPS PO Mock Test
IBPS PO mock test gives candidates a feel of the actual examination as they need to attempt a good number of questions within the given time frame. After analysing the mock test, candidates get a fair idea of their strong and weak subjects. Accordingly, candidates can chalk out a plan and start working on their goals. Mock tests also help candidates to improve speed and accuracy. The benefits of solving mock tests are given below:
- Solving mock tests help candidates to build the conceptual clarity of all the topics given in the syllabus
- Mock test help candidates to familarise with the exam pattern
- Solving IBPS PO mock test will help candidates to build speed and accuracy
- By solving mock test candidates can know the important topics for the exam
Q: Â What is IBPS PO Mains exam pattern?
IBPS PO Mains exam comprises both objective and subjective-type questions. Questions in the objective section are asked from Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation. Questions in the subjective section are asked from English Language (Letter Writing and Essay. The duration of the exam is 3 hours 30 minutes. The total marks allotted to the test are 225. The structure of IBPS PO Mains exam pattern is given below.
Section name | Total questions | Allotted Time | Total marks |
English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 |
Data Interpretation and Analysis | 35 | 45 | 60 |
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | 60 |
General Awareness | 40 | 35 | 40 |
Total | 155 | 180 | 200 |
English (Essay and Letter Writing) | 2 | 30 minutes | 25 |
Grand Total | 157 | 3 hours 30 minutes | 225 |
Q: Â How important is IBPS PO mock test?
IBPS PO Mocks are similar to the actual exam. Solving mocks will give candidates an idea of the kind of questions that can be expected on exam day IBPS PO mock tests familiarise candidates with the kind of syllabus, pattern, and difficulty level of the actual exam IBPS PO mock tests help candidates to keep a check on their preparation. Mock tests help candidates in effective time management. The importance of solving IBPS PO mock tests are given below:
- IBPS PO mock tests help candidates to ascertain the difficulty level of the actual exam
- Section-wise IBPS PO online mock tests are formulated in line with the latest syllabus and helps in revision and practice
- Candidates gain clarity of IBPS PO exam pattern and scope of questions by regularly solving IBPS PO mock tests
- Solving IBPS PO mock tests help candidates to identify the weak areas and work upon improving those areas
- Solving mock tests help candidates to improve speed and accuracy
Q: Â What is IBPS PO prelims exam pattern?
IBPS PO prelims exam is the first stage of selection process. The test carries three sections- Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The prelims exam carries 100 marks. Candidates gets 60 minutes to solve the question paper. Candidates qualifying the prelims exam are called for theMainsexam. The structure of IBPS PO prelims exam is given below.
Sections | Total questions | Total marks | Duration (In minutes) |
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English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 |
Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 |
Total | 100 | 100 | 60 |
IBPS PO Selection Process
The recruitment process for IBPS PO is explained below:
Release of application form:Â The application form is released online on the official website. The application process comprises registration, uploading of photograph and signature, filling the detailed application form, uploading left thumb impression and handwritten declaration, and fee payment.Â
Issue of admit card: IBPS PO admit card is released online for different stages. Candidates need to download their admit cards by logging in with the registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.
Appearing in the exam: The exam is conducted in three stages: prelims, mains and interview. Candidates qualifying the prelims exam are called for the mains exam. Based on the mains exam marks, candidates are called for the interview. The final selection of candidates is done based on the mains exam and interview.Â
Declaration of result: IBPS PO result is declared online for different stages: prelims, mains and final allotment. To check the result, candidates need to login with a registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.
Refer to the infographic below for the IBPS PO recruitment process:
Q: Â How many candidates are selected for an interview in IBPS PO?
The ratio of candidates selected for interview are in the rato 80:20. Selection of candidates is done based on the Mains exam., The performance of candidates in the interview is taken into consideration for final merit list. The total marks allotted to interview are 100. The minimum qualifying marks allotted to interview are 40 per cent. The qualifying marks for SC/ST/OBC/PWBD are 35 per cent. The interview assesses a candidate's intellectual capability, overall personality, and general knowledge.
Q: Â Is an IBPS PO interview tough?
IBPS PO interview is conducted for candidates who qualify the Mains exam. The total marks allotted to the interview are 100. The difficulty level of interview may be easy or difficult. Candidates must navigate the challenges successfully in the interview. The interview of IBPS PO can be cracked with the right approach. To ace the interview, candidates need to answer the interview questions with spontaneity and creativity.
IBPS PO Preparation Tips
IBPS PO Books
IBPS PO books are the most important resource to prepare for the exam. Candidates should refer to those books that have covered all the topics given in the syllabus. The list of best books for IBPS PO exam is given below.
English Language
- High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin
- How to Read Better and Faster by Norman Lewis
- Reading Comprehension, Ordering of Sentences, Ordering of Words and Cloze Test by Dilip Khushwaha
Reasoning
- A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S Agrawal
- A New Approach to Reasoning by B.S Sijwali and Indu Sijwali
- Analytical Reasoning by M.K.Pandey
Quantitative Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations by R.S Agarwal
- The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude by Dinesh Khattar
- Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma
- Objective Mathematics for Competitive Exams by Tarun Goyal
General Awareness
- India Year Book by Publications Division, Government of India
- Banking Awareness by B.K Raut and S.R Behera
- Pratiyogita Darpan
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IBPS PO Previous Years' Question Papers
IBPS PO previous year question papers are the most important resource to prepare for the exam. Some of the benefits of solving IBPS PO previous year question papers are given below:
- Solving the IBPS PO previous year question papers is a good way to practice, evaluate, identify and improve the study process
- Students can plan their preparation strategies by solving IBPS PO previous year question papers by understanding their advantages
- Practising IBPS PO question papers serves as the best revision strategy for the exam
- IBPS PO previous year's question papers allow applicants to practice questions that may appear in the final exam
- Solving the question papers helps candidates to understand the type of questions asked in the exam
- Practising IBPS PO previous year question papers also help candidates in effective time management
What is IBPS PO Salary?
The initial in-hand IBPS PO salary is INR 52,000 to 55,000 with dearness allowances, special allowances, other benefits. The initial basic pay of a PO is INR 36,000 as per 11th Bipartite Agreement.
IBPS PO Job Profile
Candidates who qualify all the stages of the selection process will get recruited as Assistant Managers. This post comes under Junior Management Grade A (JMG Scale-1, and is also called Scale 1 Officer or Assistant Manager). Candidates will be on probation period to get recruited as Assistant Managers. The job profile of IBPS PO is given below:
- POs are assigned to various banking activities
- POs are trained in various fields such as Marketing, Accounting, Loans & Advances as well as Finance
- POs are required to handle the customers of the banks
- POs handle customer complaints like discrepancies in accounts and the rectification of undue chargesÂ
- PO supervised all the Clerical related work such as managing cash, opening accounts, and customer dealing
Career Growth of IBPS PO
IBPS PO get promoted to the level of Chairman and Managing Director. The career growth of IBPS PO is given below:
- Probationary OfficerÂ
- ManagerÂ
- Senior ManagerÂ
- Chief ManagerÂ
- Assistant General ManagerÂ
- Deputy General ManagerÂ
- General ManagerÂ
- Executive DirectorÂ
- Chairman and Managing DirectorÂ
IBPS PO PostingÂ
The posting process of IBPS PO is given below:
- Selected POs go through an Induction Training Program in the Management Training Academies of the Bank
- The training lasts for 10 to 20 daysÂ
- PO can be posted anywhere in India after completion of their induction trainingÂ
- They are posted as an Assistant Manager on probation in different branches or Head Office or Corporate Office or Zonal Offices
- They may be posted in specialized branches such as microstate branches, treasury Branches, etc.
Q: Â What is the structure of IBPS PO salary?
IBPS PO salary includes various components that cumulatively deduct or add the amount. The salary structure of IBPS PO is given below.
Basic Pay | INR 36,000 |
Special Allowance | INR 5,904 |
DA | INR 8,593.20 |
CCA | INR 1,400 |
DA and others | INR 1,552.50 |
Learning Allowance | INR 600 |
HRA | INR 3,240 |
Gross with HRA | INR 57,289.70 |
Deduction | INR 4,659.32 |
Total IBPS PO salary | INR 52,630.38 |
Q: Â What is the pay scale of IBPS PO?
IBPS PO pay scale is INR 23700 - (980 / 7) - 30560 - (1145 / 2) - 32850 - (1310 / 7) – 42020, including INR 980 is the annual increment that will add up to the basic salary, and it will be applicable for 7 years. The basic salary after 7 Years is INR 30,560. Also, the basic IBPS PO salary after 7 + 2 Years is INR 32,850 and the basic salary after 7 + 2 + 7 Years is INR 42,020. (as per the 10th Bipartite settlement). The basic IBPS PO salary is INR 36,000. Besides, candidates get other allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), and Special Allowances are also there.
Q: Â What is IBPS PO salary?
IBPS PO Registered vs Appeared
In 2022-23, 6.52 lakh candidates had applied for the exam. Out of these, 4.61 lakh candidates had appeared for the exam. The number of candidates registered and appeared in IBPS PO exam in previous years' are given below.
Year | Registered (In Lakh) | Appeared (In Lakh) |
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2022-23 |
6.52 |
4.61 |
2021-22 |
5.74 |
4.37 |
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IBPS Contact Details
Address
IBPS
IBPS House, 90 feet, DP Road
Near Thakur Polytechnic
Off. Western Express Highway, PB No. 8587
Kandivali (E), Mumbai 400101
Phone Number
1800 222 366, 1800 103 4566 (available from 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM on all working days)
Fax
91-22-2854 2076
IBPS PO 2024 Exam FAQs
Candidates can check below IBPS PO 2024 FAQs related to the exam such as application form, eligibility, salary, admit card, syllabus, etc.
Q: Â What are the best books for IBPS PO?
IBPS PO is a competitive exam which is largely participated by the banking aspirants. To crack the exam, candidates need to have good level of preparation. Choosing the best books for IBPS PO exam becomes important as it will help candidates to clear the concepts of topics given in the syllabus. The section-wise best books for IBPS PO exam is given below:
English Language
- Word Power Made Easy by Normal Lewis
- English Grammar & Composition by Wren and Martin
- Descriptive General English by S P Bakshi and Richa Sharma
- Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Hari Mohan Prasad, Uma Rani Sinha, Mcgraw Hill Education Publication
Quantitative Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma (Arihant Publication)
- Data interpretation by Arun Sharma
Reasoning Ability
- A Modern approach Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by BS Sijwali
- Verbal Reasoning by RS Agarwal
- A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non Verbal by B S Sijwali
- Logical reasoning by K Kundan
- Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
General Awareness
- Manorama Yearbook by Philip Mathew
Computer Aptitude
- Computer by Rani Ahilya
- Objective Computer Awareness by Somya Ranjan Behera
Q: Â Is the IBPS PO exam tough to crack?
The difficulty level of IBPS PO exam varies depending on the variety of factors such as the number of applicants, the level of competition, and the complexity of the material being tested. IBPS PO is a competitive exam that requires significant amount of preparation and hard work in order to clear the exam. It is important to familarise themselves with the exam format and syllabus. Candidates must also solve the previous years' question papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam. The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS PO exam are given below:
- The first and foremost step towards IBPS PO exam preparation is knowing the syllabus and exam pattern
- Candidates must also go through the previous years’ cut off marks to know the level of competition and prepare accordingly for the exam
- After going through the syllabus, candidates must prepare preparation strategy for the exam based on the important topics
- Candidates must also solve the previous years’ question papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam
- Candidates must also attempt mock test to improve speed and accuracy
Q: Â Is there any probation period for IBPS PO?
Yes, candidates selected for the post of IBPS PO will be on probation for two years. During probation, the performance of candidates is assessed. They need to undergo training in the various branches. On successful completion of training, candidates are confirmed to the position of Probationary Officers. During the probation period, candidates are trained on various banking services. They are also required to undergo certain banking courses. The pay scale of candidates is INR 23,700-(980 x 7) -30,560-(1145 x 2)-32850-(1310 x 7)-42,020. The basic salary of IBPS PO is INR 36,000. Besides the salary, candidates are also entitled to various perks and benefits.
News & Updates
IBPS PO Exam
Student Forum
Answered 2 weeks ago
The IBPS PO main exam result 2024 is expected to be released soon. The Institute of Banking and Personnel Selection conducted the IBPS PO main exam on November 30, 2024. The IBPS will release the IBPS PO result 2024 will be released on its official website - ibps.in.
To check the IBPS PO main result,
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Beginner-Level 2
Answered 2 weeks ago
If you missed downloading your IBPS PO admit card before the deadline, follow these steps:
1. Check for Re-issue: Pay a visit to the official website of the IBPS and look for any possibility to download the admit card again/ for those candidates who were unable to download the card before the due dat
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 weeks ago
The Institute of Banking and Personnel Selection released the IBPS PO 2024 sectional cutoff and for all the categories. The IBPS PO cutoff for the prelims exam was reduced to 48.50. The Institute also released the sectional cutoff for IBPS PO prelims exam 2024.Â
The candidates can see below the IBPS
Answered a month ago
IBPS PO cut off is released for prelims, mains, and final selection. IBPS PO cut off for the preliminary exam is calculated out of 100 marks. The Mains cut off is determined out of 225. The minimum qualifying marks in the interview will not be less than 40 per cent for the general category while 35
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The IBPS PO Prelims result 2024 was released on its official website - ibps.in. The candidates should note the IBPS PO exam 2024 (prelims) was conducted on October 19 and 20. The IBPS PO result 2024 is available online only. The IBPS PO scorecard has been released on the official website.
The IBPS PO
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the IBPS PO Pre-Exam Training Admit Card on October 7. The candidates who opted for the PET can download their admit card and attend the training as per the schedule mentioned in the hall ticket.Â
The IBPS PO 2024 admit card for the exam
When will IBPS PO Mains result 2024 be released?