IBPS Calendar 2025-26: Exam Dates, Patterns, and Syllabus with Detailed Chapters for your Success

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released its IBPS Calendar 2025-26. This blog provides exam dates, detailed patterns, and syllabi for exams such as IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, RRB PO, and RRB Clerk.


IBPS CALENDAR 2025-26
IBPS PO EXAM PATTERN 
IBPS CLERK EXAM PATTERN

Key Exam Dates: IBPS Calendar 2025-26

ExamPreliminary Exam DatesMain/Single Exam Dates
RRB Officer Scale I27.07.2025, 02.08.2025, 03.08.202513.09.2025
RRB Office Assistants30.08.2025, 06.09.2025, 07.09.202509.11.2025
IBPS PO/MT04.10.2025, 05.10.2025, 11.10.202529.11.2025
IBPS SO22.11.2025, 23.11.202504.01.2026
IBPS CSA06.12.2025, 07.12.2025, 13.12.2025, 14.12.202501.02.2026

Stay updated by visiting the official IBPS website.


Exam Patterns and Syllabus

1. IBPS PO Exam Pattern

How to Prepare for IBPS PO in Six Months: Crack It in Your First Attempt!

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarksTime (Minutes)
Preliminary Examination
English Language303020
Quantitative Aptitude353520
Reasoning Ability353520
Total10010060
Main Examination
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude456060
General/Economy/Banking Awareness404035
English Language354040
Data Analysis & Interpretation356045
Descriptive Test (Essay & Letter Writing)22530
Total155 + 2200180 + 30

2. IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern

How to Prepare for IBPS Clerk in Six Months: Crack It in Your First Attempt!

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarksTime (Minutes)
Preliminary Examination
English Language303020
Numerical Ability353520
Reasoning Ability353520
Total10010060
Main Examination
General/Financial Awareness505035
General English404035
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude506045
Quantitative Aptitude505045
Total190200160

Syllabus with Topics/Chapters

1. Reasoning Ability

TopicsDetails
PuzzlesLinear, Circular, Box-based
Coding-DecodingOld and New Patterns
SyllogismClassic and Reverse Syllogism
InequalitiesDirect and Coded
Direction SenseAdvanced-Level Tests
Blood RelationsComplex Family Trees
Logical ReasoningAssumptions, Conclusions, Strengthening/Weakening Arguments

2. Quantitative Aptitude

TopicsDetails
Simplification & ApproximationBasic Calculation Techniques
Data InterpretationLine, Bar, Pie, Tabular Graphs
Number SeriesMissing and Wrong Numbers
Arithmetic ProblemsProfit & Loss, Time, Speed & Distance, Percentages
Quadratic EquationsSolving Roots and Comparison
Ratio & ProportionAdvanced Applications
Probability & PermutationsBasic and Advanced Level Problems

3. English Language

TopicsDetails
Reading ComprehensionThemes Based on Banking, Economy, Current Affairs
Cloze TestGrammar and Vocabulary-Based Gaps
Spotting ErrorsGrammatical and Sentence Structure Errors
Para JumblesLogical Arrangement of Sentences
Fill in the BlanksSingle/Double Filler with Contextual Grammar

4. General Awareness

TopicsDetails
Current AffairsBanking News, Govt. Schemes, Appointments, Awards
Banking AwarenessRBI Policies, Financial Committees
Government SchemesPMAY, Jan Dhan Yojana, Mudra Yojana
Static General KnowledgeCountries & Capitals, National Parks

5. Computer Knowledge

TopicsDetails
Basics of ComputersInput/Output Devices, Components of a Computer
MS OfficeExcel, Word, PowerPoint Basics
NetworkingLAN, WAN, Internet Basics
Cyber SecurityVirus, Firewall, Authentication Techniques

Six-Month Preparation Strategy for IBPS Examinations

Preparing for IBPS exams requires a strategic approach to cover the vast syllabus efficiently. In the first three months, focus on building strong foundational knowledge in all sections, including Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General/Banking Awareness. Dedicate at least 2-3 hours daily to practice sectional topics with equal emphasis on speed and accuracy. Solve topic-wise quizzes, focus on clearing basic concepts, and revise them periodically. For current affairs, allocate 15-20 minutes daily to cover the last six months’ news, banking updates, and government schemes.

The next three months should focus on advanced preparation and full-length mock tests. Begin attempting sectional and full-length mock tests weekly to evaluate your performance and fine-tune your time management skills. Analyze your mock test results to identify weak areas and work on them diligently. Focus on solving high-level puzzles, data interpretation sets, and reading editorials for English improvement. Reserve the last month for revising all essential topics, reviewing notes, and solving daily mocks to gain confidence for the actual exam. Consistent practice and analysis will ensure your readiness for IBPS exams.

Conclusion

With IBPS Calendar 2025-26, you now have all the essential information to strategize your preparation. Focus on the detailed syllabus, understand the exam pattern, and ace the competition!


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