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The IBPS RRB PO exam is a gateway for candidates aspiring to secure a position as Grade I officers in the regional rural banks in India. The RRB PO Examination is highly competitive and follows a sort of similar pattern. The prelims exam is scheduled for 03, 04, 10, 17 & 18 August 2024.
IBPS RRB PO Exam Structure
The IBPS RRB PO exam is conducted in three phases
- Preliminary Exam
- Mains Exam
- Interview
Here’s a breakdown of the sections in each stage:
- Preliminary Exam (80 Marks)
- Reasoning Ability (50% = 40 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude (50% = 40 marks)
- Main Exam (200 Marks)
- Reasoning Ability (25% = 50 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude (25% = 50 marks)
- English/Hindi Language (20% = 40 marks)
- General Awareness (20% = 40 marks)
- Computer Knowledge (10% = 20 marks)
Candidates should do smart work to increase the chance of selection and secure a position for IBPS RRB. They should prepare according to the topic-wise weightage. For Example, as in the prelims exam, Data Interpretation constitutes approximately 25% to 40% of the Quantitative Aptitude section, while more than 50% of the reasoning section questions come from Puzzles and Seating Arrangements.
Topic Wise Weightage in IBPS RRB PO Exam
In the IBPS RRB PO Exam, the topic-wise weightage has varies different sections. Quantitative Aptitude typically carries significant weight, covering topics like Data Interpretation, Simplification, Number Series, and Arithmetic. Reasoning Ability is also important topic, with questions on topics such as Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Syllogism, and Inequality. The English Language section focuses on Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Spotting, and Vocabulary. General Awareness includes questions on current affairs, banking awareness, and static GK. Computer Knowledge may cover basic computer operations, MS Office, and Internet-related questions. Understanding the weightage of each topic helps candidates prioritize their preparation effectively for the Exam.
Topic-wise Weightage of Reasoning
The reasoning section tests the candidate’s logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Here is the weightage for various topics.
| Topic-wise Weightage of Reasoning | |||||
| Topic | Overall | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
| Puzzles and Seating Arrangement | 20-25 | 23 | 20 | 22 | 25 |
| Alphabet/ Number Series | 2-3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Inequality | 3-5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Blood Relation | 2-4 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Syllogism | 2-3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Direction Sense | 3-4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Coding-Decoding | 4-5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Miscellaneous | 3-4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Total | 40 | ||||
Analysis of the above table:
- Focus Area: Puzzle and seating Arrangement is consistent and is of high weightage. Candidates should prioritize this topic in their preparation.
- Recurring Topics: Inequality, Direction Sense and Sylloligms are recurring topics and should be consistently practised.
- Irregular Topics: Blood relation Alphabet/Number Series and Coding-Decoding show variable patterns and require adaptive preparation strategies.
IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2024: Click here to check
Topic-wise Weightage of Quantitative Aptitude
Quantitative Aptitude assesses numerical ability and analysis. The topic-wise weightage is tabulated below
| Topic-wise Weightage of Reasoning | |||||
| Topic | Overall | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
| Data Interpretation | 13-17 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 10 |
| Simplification & Approximation | 4-5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Quadratic Equation | 3-5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Number Series | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Arithmetic | 12-13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 15 |
| Miscellaneous | 3-5 | 2 | – | – | 5 |
| Total | 40 | ||||
Knowing the topic-wise weightage for the IBPS RRB PO Exam helps candidates in their preparation and focus on areas that carry more marks. With structured preparation and consistent practice, candidates can enhance their chances of success in this competitive exam. Good Luck!
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