The IBPS Probationary Officers (PO) exam is a prestigious and highly competitive examination conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). This exam recruits candidates for the post of Probationary Officer in various participating public sector banks across India. The role of a Probationary Officer is crucial, involving managerial responsibilities, customer service, and decision-making tasks within the bank. The selection process for the IBPS PO exam is designed to assess a candidate’s aptitude, knowledge, and suitability for this responsible position.
The IBPS Probationary Officers (PO) exam consists of three phases: Preliminary, Main, and Interview.
Exam Structure
Preliminary Examination:(Objective Test)
Duration: 1 hour
Mode: Online
Purpose: Qualifying exam to shortlist candidates for the Main exam.
Marking Scheme: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
| Section |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
Duration(in mins) |
| English Language |
30 |
30 |
20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
35 |
35 |
20 |
| Reasoning Ability |
35 |
35 |
20 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
60 |
