How tough is the RBI Assistant examination?

The overall difficulty level of the exam is easy to moderate. Questions were asked from general topics like Data Interpretation, Blood Relation, Syllogism, etc. The difficulty level of Mathematics was moderate. However English and Reasoning was easy. The section-wise difficulty level is given below: Reasoning Ability 3 puzzles (15 questions) Puzzle based on 6 months and meeting schedule Circular sitting arrangement Linear sitting arrangement (5 people facing north and south side) Direction and distance (3 questions) Syllogism (3-4 questions) Inequality Alphabetical series Numerical Ability Data interpretation (Line graph) Wrong number series (5 questions) Simplification (8-10 questions) Miscellaneous English Language Reading Comprehension - Story-based (9 questions) Cloze test (6 questions) Error detection (5 questions) Spelling errors Single-word filler (Vocabulary and grammar-based). .

How to crack RBI Assistant exam in first attempt?

It is easy to crack RBI Assistant exam in first attempt with a good preparation level. The tips and tricks to crack RBI Assistant exam in first attempt are given below: Candidates can refer to the previous years' question papers to understand the pattern and know the types of questions asked in the exam Candidates must prepare a timetable and allocate more time to the difficult sections Candidates can clear their basic concepts by referring to the high school books Candidates must attempt mock tests after completing the syllabus

How do I start preparation for the IBPS PO exam?

The tips and tricks to crack IBPS PO exam are given below: Tips for Prelims Exam For prelims, speed is important. The section-wise tips to crack IBPS PO exam are given below: Quantitative Aptitude Learn squares of natural numbers upto 50 and cubes upto 30 by heart. Learn tables upto 30 Learn percentage equivalents Learning these will help candidates solve the problems quickly instead of wasting time Practice 15 questions from Data Interpretation Practice 10 questions from Quadratic Equations, Number Series or Simplication Solve 10 questions from other miscellaneous topics Refer to the intermediate Maths textbooks. Most of the syllabus is covered in that Focus more on Data Interpretation Attempt mock tests Reasoning Learn alphabets associated with numbers like A-1, B-2 and so on Practice mocks and analyse it. Analyse each and every question Solve 15 passage questions (Three Sets approximately) Solve 10 questions from Inequality, Series and Syllogism Solve 10 questions from other remaining topics Practice two Sets 10 questions from Inequality, Series and Syllogism daily English Read newspapers daily especially the editorial section Learn new words Tips for Mains Exam For Mains, accuracy is important. The tips and tricks to crack the Mains exam are given below: General and Banking Awareness Learn last five to six months Current Affairs Read newspapers and Current Affairs books daily Tips and Tricks for Interview For interview, Confidence is important. Know more about your surroundings Know about current happenings in the city, state, country and world Gain basic banking knowledge Refer some frequently asked questions and prepare answers accordingly Learn more about your hobbies and graduation subjects Don't argue with the interviewer Wish the panel when you enter.

How to prepare for RBI Assistant in 6 months?

The tips and tricks to crack RBI Assistant exam in 6 months are given below: Candidates must be thorough with the RBI Assistant syllabus to know the important chapters to cover for the exam They must be familiar with the RBI Assistant exam pattern to know the overall structure of the exam such as the marking scheme, time duration, total marks, normalisation of marks, etc. Candidates must attempt mock tests to gauge the level of their preparation for the exam of the specific section and topics as well. Analysing the mock test will help candidates improve their score Candidates must read newspaper, basic grammar book and mock test to improve their score in English section. Focus on Reading Comprehension to maximise the score Solve a basic book for Mathematics and revise it regularly. Focus on topics such as DI, Quadratic Equations, Number Series, Approximations to improve score Refer to a good practice book for Reasoning and mock tests on regular basis. Candidates must focus on Puzzles and Seating Arrangement to improve their score For General Awareness, read newspapers and watch news regulartly. Focus on Banking and Finance related news to maximise the score in General Awareness section

What are the time management tips for RBI Assistant exam?

The tips and tricks for time management are given below: One way to determine how much time you should be allocating to each section during exam is mock tests It’s a good idea to start answering the topics you are confident about and is less time-consuming. Finish answering these questions in less time as possible Aim to clear the section cutoffs, while at the same time increase your overall score While it is important to answer quickly, it is equally important to answer accurately For effective time management during the exam, set a timer during your practice sessions. This will help you to determine which topics are taking more time. Practice a sufficient number of questions from your weaker section

What are advantages and disadvantages of SBI PO?

SBI PO is one of the most promising banking careers. However, a career as an SBI PO has some disadvantages as well. Advantages: 1. One of the most attractive parts is the salary as an SBI PO. At present, the basic pay of Junior Scale One is INR 27,620 and this will get four advance increments up to INR 42020 per month. 2. You will be eligible for a variety of other benefits, including DA, HRA, and medical allowance. 3. SBI provides its employees with a lower interest rate on their bank loans. 4. You will enjoy remuneration for leased accommodation, which can be as high as INR 35,000 in metro cities. Your social circle will expand. Your training could be helpful in your future financial planning as well. 6. SBI gives you the opportunity to get promoted directly to the post of Deputy Manager (scale 2) after training. You will be required to pass a cumulative promotion test to get this promotion. Disadvantage: 1. There are frequent postings, including mandatory rural postings, which may be a challenge. Apart from homesickness, frequent challenges may make your work hectic in these postings. 2. You must be an all-rounder who is willing to learn marketing skills as well as the SBI PO. 3. The SBI customer base is very large and the workload associated with it will be high in terms of volume. You will mostly have a hectic schedule and long working hours. 4. Some customers may not be well-behaved, and you have to learn good communication skills to deal with all kinds of customers. 5. Furthermore, your problem-solving skills and patience will be tested as you get promoted.

What are the key topics for General Awareness in SBI PO?

Questions in General Awareness are asked from Financial Awareness, Current Affairs Static Awareness, etc. The General Awareness section appears in the Mains exam. Candidates must read the Current Affairs topics of last six months. Candidates must make a habit of reading newspapers daily.

How to prepare for SBI PO exam?

Candidates must follow the tips given below to clear the exam: Revise the important topics from each section Allot time judiciously to each question or section Attempt the maximum questions within the given time limit and with accuracy Read the complete question first Maximize your score by focusing on choosing the most accurate option as your answer Revise all the topics Attempt full-length and sectional mock test. The section-wise preparation tips for SBI PO exam are given below: English Language Candidates must develop the habit of reading regularly. Candidates must read newspapers, novels, articles, journals Reading books help candidates in improving the vocabularly and comprehension Practice grammar regularly Candidates must brush up their grammar rules Reasoning Ability This section can be tricky at times. However, with practice candidates can easily ace this section. Puzzles and Seating Arrangement are two important topics in the Reasoning section. Maximum questions in the exam are asked from these two topics. Candidates should practice questions from these two topics daily. Quantitative Aptitude Maximum questions in this section are asked from data interpretation. Questions of Data Interpretation are usually based on basic calculations like Ratios, Proportions, Averages, Profit/ Loss, Percentages, etc. So, understand the basics of these topics properly. The bar/ Line/ Pie/ Tabular chart may ask the questions. Questions in Artithmetic section are asked from topics such as Averages, Percentages, Problems on Ages, Profit & Loss, Partnership, Simple & Compound Interest, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Work, Boats & Streams, Pipes & Cisterns, Time Speed & Distance, Probability, Mensuration, etc. Candidates need to underatand the concepts and basic formulas. General Awareness To score good marks in the General Awareness section, candidates must read newspapers and watch news channels to know regarding the latest events taking place around the world.

Bank Exam Preparation Tips: Smart Strategies to Crack PO, Clerk & SO exams

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Anangsha Patra

Deputy Manager – Editorial

Updated on Mar 24, 2022 12:07 IST

Are you preparing for bank exams such as IBPS Clerk, SBI PO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS RRB, etc? Check here some useful bank exam preparation tips to ace the exams with flying colours.

Every year the public sector banks, as well as the regional rural banks, draw a large number of talents for their various posts. In India, the youths have a fascination with the banking sector. This is visible from the number of applications received for PO, Clerk and SO posts. Candidates dream of a bank job because of its handsome salary packages, job security and perks. Since the interests of candidates towards bank jobs are increasing, the competition is becoming tougher. To sustain this competition, good preparation is the only roadmap.

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We often receive queries from aspirants asking how to prepare for bank exams such as SBI PO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS RRB, IBPS SO, RBI Grade B, RBI Assistant, etc. To help the banking aspirants to sail through these exams with flying colours, we have come up with this article on bank exam preparation tips.

Banking Exams in India

Bank exams are majorly conducted by IBPS, RBI and SBI. Individual banks also publish separate vacancies. The prominent banking exams in india are SBI PO, SBI SO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS RRB, IBPS SO, RBI Grade B, RBI Assistant. In order to qualify for these exams, aspirants need to prepare well to meet the sectional and overall cutoff marks. Besides, they are also required to meet the eligibility parameters of various banks.

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Bank Exam Preparation Tips: Important Strategies

Preparing for bank exams does not require any kind of rocket science. The exam pattern and syllabus for almost all the bank exams are more or less similar. Preparing for one will help you to deal with the other. Check below bank exam preparation tips & strategies.

Check Exam Pattern & Syllabus

To begin with, the preparation, you need to first go through the exam pattern and syllabus. The exam pattern will help you understand the overall structure of the exam while the syllabus will guide candidates in picking the right topics. For better understanding, take a look at the exam pattern of syllabus.

IBPS

IBPS PO Exam Pattern & Syllabus	IBPS RRB Exam Pattern & Syllabus
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern & Syllabus	IBPS SO exam pattern & syllabus

SBI

RBI

RBI Grade B exam pattern

RBI Grade B syllabus

RBI Assistant exam pattern

RBI Assistant syllabus

Design a Study Plan

After going through the syllabus and exam pattern, design a study plan. It is imperative to have a good study plan. This will help you structure your preparation. Focus on the sections that needs more attention.

Capturing Strength and Weaknesses

How can you identify your strength and weaknesses? Well, this can be figured out by solving mock tests and previous years’ question papers. After finding out your strengths and weaknesses, work on the areas that need improvement.

Start Preparing Early

Once you have made up your mind about joining the banking sector, do not waste time and start preparing for it. It is ideal to start preparation one year in advance. However, there are many who cracked the exams with six months of rigorous preparation. All you need is planning, focus and determination.

Refer to Good Books

Good study material plays an important role. As these are competitive exams, candidates will find ample good books and and online reference materials. They should buy them for practice and clearing concepts.

Check below the books for various exams:

Practising with Mock Tests

Practising mock tests will help candidates to improve speed and accuracy. Besides, they will be able to judge their preparation. Candidates must attempt both sectional and full-length mock tests for better performance.

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Abhishek Chowdhury who had IBPS RRB exam in 2016 said, “With hard work and practice, candidates will be able to do well in the exam. Make weakness your strength and be strong.” Read Here to know his strategies for IBPS RRB exam.

Gaurav Anijwal, who cracked the SBI Clerk exam in 2019 and is currently working in LIC said, “The most important step towards preparation is understanding the syllabus and exam pattern. Students must keep patience and do smart work.” Read Here to check his strategies to crack SBI Clerk exam.

Tinkeshwari Swami who has qualified SBI PO 2019 exam said, “Candidates must prepare well and focus on their studies. Besides, studies, candidates should eat healthily and sleep well.” Read Here to check her strategies to crack SBI PO

About the Author

Anangsha Patra

Deputy Manager – Editorial

A mass communication and journalism post-graduate, Anangsha has worked as a reporter and sub-editor and enjoys working in the education domain.