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IBPS PO 2023 Exam Pattern: Prelims, Mains & Interview

IBPS holds the IBPS PO exam for the post of Probationary Officers /Management Trainees. Check the stage-wise IBPS PO exam pattern, marking scheme, and section-wise duration of the exam along with the weightage of each stage here.

Last updated: 2023/03/21 at 11:18 AM
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IBPS PO 2023 Exam Pattern: IBPS PO is one of the top banking exams among candidates who want to join the banking sector Every year, thousands of applicants register for this exam. The syllabus of the IBPS PO exam is not that hard. However, the majority of applicants are eliminated because of poor time management.

Contents
IBPS PO 2023 Selection ProcessIBPS PO 2023 Preliminary Exam PatternIBPS PO 2023 Mains Exam PatternIBPS PO 2023 InterviewIBPS PO 2023 Exam Pattern FAQs

Before starting the preparation, candidates should check the exam pattern as well as the syllabus and marking scheme. This will help candidates develop an effective strategy for the preparation.

IBPS PO 2023Summary
Conducting AuthorityInstitute of Banking Personnel Selection
PositionProbationary Officer (PO)
Selection Process1- Preliminary exam
2- Mains exam
3- Interview
Mode of ExamOnline via CBT
Age LimitMinimum – 20 years
Maximum – 30 years
Education QualificationGraduation ( any discipline)
Official Websitewww.ibps.in
IBPS PO 2023: Summary

IBPS PO 2023 Selection Process

The IBPS PO 2023 Selection Process comprises following stages:

  • Preliminary Exam: 100 marks
  • Mains Exam: 225 Marks
  • Interview: 100 marks
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Candidates have to clear all the stages to get included in the final merit list. Both the preliminary and main examinations have slightly different exam patterns. Candidates who intend to appear for IBPS PO 2023 can review the exam pattern provided in this article and begin their preparation.

IBPS PO 2023 Preliminary Exam Pattern

The IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern consists of three sections with objective-type questions comprising 100 questions. The section includes the English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.

IBPS PO Prelims exam SectionTotal QuestionsTotal Mark allottedTime
English Language 303020 minutes
Numeric Ability 353520 minutes
Reasoning Ability353520 minutes
TOTAL10010060 minutes
IBPS PO 2023 Preliminary Exam Pattern
  • The exam is qualifying in nature, and marks obtained in the preliminary exams are not added to the final selection list.
  • The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, each worth 1 mark.
  • For every correct answer, candidates will get 1 mark, and for an incorrect answer, there will be a deduction of 0.25 mark.
  • The duration of the prelim exam is 60 minutes. For each section, the candidate will get 20 minutes.
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IBPS PO 2023 Mains Exam Pattern

Those candidates who meet the cut-off for the preliminary exam will appear for the main exam. There are 4+1 sections in the main exam. The main exam’s format differs slightly from the preliminary exam’s, as it contains both objective and descriptive questions.

Question TypeIBPS PO Mains Exam Section Total QuestionsTotal Marks Allotted Time
Objective Type Questions
(MCQ)
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude456060 minutes
 English Language354040 minutes
 Data Analysis and Interpretation356045 minutes
 General, Economy, and banking awareness404035 minutes
Descriptive Exam (Written)English 
(Letter writing and essay)
022530 minutes
TOTAL 1572253 hours 30 minutes
IBPS PO 2023 Mains Exam Pattern
  • The marks obtained in the main exam will have a weightage of 80%.
  • The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions and 2 descriptive questions for a total of 225 marks.
  • Each incorrect response results in a deduction of 0.25 marks.
  • The duration of the exam is 3 hours and 30 minutes.
  • The objective part has four sections: English language, reasoning, and computer aptitude, data analysis and interpretation, and general/economy and banking awareness.
  • The questions on the descriptive paper are based on current affairs (essay writing), even though it is an English language test.
  • The descriptive part will be checked only if candidates clear the objective part.
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IBPS PO 2023 Interview

The applicants who meet the sectional and overall cutoffs in the main exam will be called for the IBPS PO interview round. The candidate should note that there is no specified pattern for the interview.

The interviewer will inquire about the candidate’s educational qualifications, background, experience (if any), achievements, and questions related to banking. The interview has a weightage of 20%.

The PO interview’s typical duration is 15–20 minutes. The documents are verified on the same day, which can take up to 8 hours. Candidates must bring all of their identification documents, educational qualification certificates, and other documents that prove their eligibility.

The candidates who clear the final cut-off will be given a provisional allotment as the Probationary Officer in the Public Sector Banks come under the IBPS across the nation.

IBPS PO 2023 Exam Pattern FAQs

Q. What is the minimum qualification marks for the IBPS PO exam?

A. IBPS prelims cut-off is released based on the candidate’s performance and the number of vacancies released, which varies every year.

Q. What is asked in the descriptive section of the IBPS PO exam?

A. The descriptive part of the main exam consists of 2 questions on essay and letter writing in the English language.

Q. What is the weightage ratio of the IBPS PO exam?

A. The selection of candidates is based on mains and interview results. The weightage ratio is 80:20.

Q. Is there any negative marking in the IBPS PO exam?

A. Yes, for every incorrect answer 0.25 marks will be deducted.

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  • Maansi mishra says:
    January 11, 2023 at 9:54 AM

    What is the IBPS PO 2023 syllabus?

    Reply
    • Shagun says:
      January 11, 2023 at 11:37 AM

      Check latest syllabus here : https://en.janbharattimes.com/jobs/ibps-po-syllabus

      Reply
  • Jyoti panday says:
    January 11, 2023 at 10:42 AM

    How can I increase my vocabulary for the IBPS PO examination?

    Reply
    • Shagun says:
      January 14, 2023 at 9:31 AM

      Those taking the IBPS PO exam should read grammar books appropriate for the secondary level. In order to expand their vocabulary, candidates must also read the newspaper’s editorial page.

      Reply
  • Omkara says:
    January 11, 2023 at 10:51 AM

    When compared to the IBPS Clerk test, is the IBPS PO exam pattern different?

    Reply
    • Shagun says:
      January 14, 2023 at 9:31 AM

      Yes, The IBPS Clerk exam and IBPS PO have different exam formats. The IBPS Clerk main test has no descriptive portion, and applicants are not required to participate in the interview stage.

      Reply
  • Yasashvee Mehta says:
    January 11, 2023 at 11:08 AM

    Is taking IBPS PO mock exams sufficient to pass the test?

    Reply
    • Shagun says:
      January 14, 2023 at 9:32 AM

      After finishing the IBPS PO syllabus, applicants should start preparing for mock exams to get a sense of what to expect on test day. Giving practice exams helps with accuracy and speed

      Reply
  • Shivay Singh says:
    January 11, 2023 at 11:15 AM

    SBI PO or IBPS PO, which one is more challenging to pass?

    Reply
    • Shagun says:
      January 12, 2023 at 10:13 AM

      SBI PO and IBPS PO, both are quite extensive exams, but over the years, it is said by many students who have appeared in both the exams, that SBI PO is a little tough compared to IBPS PO.

      Reply

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