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IBPS PO Syllabus Guide 2026
Banking Officer Exam- Conducting Body
- Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- Exam Mode
- Online
- Exam Level
- Graduate
- Selection Process
- Prelims, Mains, Interview
- Official Website
- ibps.in
1
Overview
IBPS Probationary Officer (PO) Examination is conducted annually by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in participating public sector banks. The recruitment process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview.
2
Syllabus
The IBPS PO syllabus is divided into 5 subjects. Review each section topic-wise before starting mock tests and previous year papers.
Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification
- Number Series
- Quadratic Equations
- Data Interpretation
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relation
- Direction Sense
General / Economy / Banking Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Banking Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- RBI
- Budget
- Economic Survey
Computer Aptitude
- Computer Fundamentals
- Operating Systems
- MS Office
- Internet
- Networking
- Computer Security
3
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination |
| 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes | 0.25 Marks |
| Main Examination |
| 155 + Descriptive | 225 | 3 Hours 30 Minutes | 0.25 Marks (Objective) |
| Interview |
| - | 100 | As Scheduled | No |
- Stage
- Preliminary Examination
- Subjects
- English
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning
- Questions
- 100
- Marks
- 100
- Duration
- 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking
- 0.25 Marks
- Stage
- Main Examination
- Subjects
- Reasoning
- English
- Quantitative Aptitude
- General Awareness
- Computer Aptitude
- Descriptive Test
- Questions
- 155 + Descriptive
- Marks
- 225
- Duration
- 3 Hours 30 Minutes
- Negative Marking
- 0.25 Marks (Objective)
- Stage
- Interview
- Subjects
- Personality Assessment
- Questions
- -
- Marks
- 100
- Duration
- As Scheduled
- Negative Marking
- No
4
Syllabus Guide
Study Strategy
Preparation strategy for Prelims & Mains
Coming SoonRecommended Books
Best books for IBPS PO preparation
Coming SoonPrevious Year Papers
Memory-based papers with solutions
Coming SoonMock Test Plan
Section-wise practice & mock schedule
Coming SoonPrevious Year Cutoff
IBPS PO Tier-1 (Prelims) Cutoff (Out of 100)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 50.00 - 58.00 (Expected) | 50.00 - 56.00 (Expected) | 44.00 - 50.00 (Expected) | 40.00 - 45.00 (Expected) | 50.00 - 56.00 (Expected) |
| 2025 | 49.21 | 49.21 | 45.96 | 40.96 | 49.21 |
| 2024 | 48.50 | 48.50 | 48.00 | 41.00 | 48.50 |
| 2023 | 54.25 | 54.25 | 49.50 | 43.00 | 54.25 |
- Year
- 2026
- General
- 50.00 - 58.00 (Expected)
- OBC
- 50.00 - 56.00 (Expected)
- SC
- 44.00 - 50.00 (Expected)
- ST
- 40.00 - 45.00 (Expected)
- EWS
- 50.00 - 56.00 (Expected)
- Year
- 2025
- General
- 49.21
- OBC
- 49.21
- SC
- 45.96
- ST
- 40.96
- EWS
- 49.21
- Year
- 2024
- General
- 48.50
- OBC
- 48.50
- SC
- 48.00
- ST
- 41.00
- EWS
- 48.50
- Year
- 2023
- General
- 54.25
- OBC
- 54.25
- SC
- 49.50
- ST
- 43.00
- EWS
- 54.25
IBPS PO Tier-2 (Mains) Cutoff
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 70.00 - 78.00 (Expected) | 68.00 - 76.00 (Expected) | 55.00 - 62.00 (Expected) | 48.00 - 54.00 (Expected) | 67.00 - 75.00 (Expected) |
| 2025 | 75.75 | 75.75 | 59.00 | 51.75 | 72.50 |
| 2024 | 66.50 | 66.00 | 54.25 | 47.50 | 64.75 |
| 2023 | 63.00 | 62.25 | 50.25 | 41.00 | 61.00 |
- Year
- 2026
- General
- 70.00 - 78.00 (Expected)
- OBC
- 68.00 - 76.00 (Expected)
- SC
- 55.00 - 62.00 (Expected)
- ST
- 48.00 - 54.00 (Expected)
- EWS
- 67.00 - 75.00 (Expected)
- Year
- 2025
- General
- 75.75
- OBC
- 75.75
- SC
- 59.00
- ST
- 51.75
- EWS
- 72.50
- Year
- 2024
- General
- 66.50
- OBC
- 66.00
- SC
- 54.25
- ST
- 47.50
- EWS
- 64.75
- Year
- 2023
- General
- 63.00
- OBC
- 62.25
- SC
- 50.25
- ST
- 41.00
- EWS
- 61.00
5
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the qualification required for IBPS PO?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Is there negative marking in IBPS PO?
Yes. One-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for every incorrect answer in the objective tests.
Can final year students apply for IBPS PO?
No. Candidates must possess the required graduation qualification on or before the date specified in the official notification.
How many attempts are allowed in IBPS PO?
There is no fixed attempt limit. Candidates can apply until they reach the upper age limit prescribed in the notification.
Is the interview mandatory in IBPS PO?
Yes. Candidates qualifying the Main Examination must appear for the Interview, which is considered for final selection.
What is the salary of an IBPS PO?
The starting basic pay of an IBPS Probationary Officer is approximately Rs. 48,480 under the latest pay structure, along with allowances.
Which banks participate in IBPS PO recruitment?
IBPS PO recruitment is conducted for participating Public Sector Banks such as Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Indian Bank, Bank of Maharashtra and others.
How often is the IBPS PO examination conducted?
IBPS PO is generally conducted once every year.