IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Syllabus 2026 – Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern

Looking for the latest IBPS RRB Syllabus 2026 update? Here you will find complete and verified details released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), along with the official link and FAQs.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRB) every year to select Officers Scale-I (PO) and Office Assistants (Clerk) for Regional Rural Banks across India. Here is the complete IBPS RRB Syllabus 2026 and exam pattern for Prelims and Mains.

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Clerk) – Prelims Exam Pattern

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
Reasoning	40	40	25 minutes
Numerical Ability	40	40	20 minutes
Total	80	80	45 minutes

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Clerk) – Mains Exam Pattern

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
Reasoning	40	50	30 minutes
Computer Knowledge	40	20	15 minutes
General Awareness	40	40	15 minutes
English/Hindi Language	40	40	30 minutes
Numerical Ability	40	50	30 minutes
Total	200	200	120 minutes

There is no interview for the Office Assistant (Clerk) post – final selection is based on the Mains exam score alone.

IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I (PO) – Exam Pattern

The Prelims pattern for PO is identical to Clerk Prelims (80 marks, 45 minutes). The Mains pattern also carries the same five sections and 120-minute duration as Clerk Mains. Selection for PO involves three stages: Prelims, Mains and Interview.

Subject-wise Topics to Cover

• Reasoning: Puzzles, seating arrangement, syllogism, coding-decoding, blood relations, inequalities, direction sense
• Numerical/Quantitative Ability: Simplification, number series, quadratic equations, data interpretation, profit and loss, time and work
• General/Financial Awareness: Current affairs, banking awareness, RBI functions, government schemes
• Computer Knowledge: Basics of computers, MS Office, internet, shortcuts
• English/Hindi Language: Reading comprehension, cloze test, error spotting, para jumbles, fill in the blanks

Negative Marking

1/4th (0.25) mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains. There is no negative marking for unattempted questions.

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हिंदी में जानकारी (Summary in Hindi)

• IBPS RRB प्रीलिम्स में रीजनिंग (40 प्रश्न) और संख्यात्मक योग्यता (40 प्रश्न) होती है – कुल 80 अंक, 45 मिनट।
• मेन्स परीक्षा में रीजनिंग, कंप्यूटर ज्ञान, सामान्य जागरूकता, अंग्रेज़ी/हिंदी भाषा और संख्यात्मक योग्यता के प्रश्न आते हैं।
• पूरा सेक्शन-वार पैटर्न ऊपर तालिका में दिया गया है।

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How to Download IBPS RRB Syllabus 2026 PDF

1. Visit the official website ibps.in.
2. Open the Recruitment / Notifications section on the homepage.
3. Click on the latest notification for this exam.
4. The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are given inside the notification PDF – download and save it on your phone or computer.
5. Compare the official topics with the section-wise breakdown given above and make a study plan.

Best Preparation Strategy

A clear plan matters more than long study hours. Divide your preparation into three phases: first understand the pattern and topics, then practise questions topic by topic, and finally focus on full-length mock tests and revision.

• Print the syllabus and tick off each topic as you complete it.
• Solve previous year question papers to understand the difficulty level and topic weightage.
• Give at least one full-length mock test every week and analyse your mistakes honestly.
• Revise current affairs of the last 6–8 months regularly.
• Make short notes and formula sheets for quick revision in the last two weeks.
• Keep a fixed daily timetable and take short breaks to stay consistent.

Sample Weekly Study Plan

• Monday to Wednesday: cover new topics from the syllabus, two to three hours per day.
• Thursday: practise previous year questions on the topics studied this week.
• Friday: revise notes and current affairs.
• Saturday: attempt one full-length mock test under real exam timing.
• Sunday: analyse the mock test, note weak areas and plan the next week.

Adjust this plan as per your own schedule, but try to keep at least one mock test and one revision day every week. Consistency over a few months usually gives better results than last-minute study.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Skipping the basics and jumping directly to advanced books.
• Collecting too many study materials instead of revising a few good ones.
• Ignoring time management during mock tests.
• Not reading the official notification carefully for changes in pattern or marks.

IBPS RRB Syllabus 2026 – Important Links

• Official Website: ibps.in
• Latest Jobs & Admit Cards: JobAlert AI Home

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the official syllabus?

The official syllabus is published by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) along with the recruitment notification on ibps.in.

Has the syllabus changed from last year?

Minor changes are possible every year. Always match your preparation with the latest official notification; any update will also be shared on this page.

How should I start preparing for the exam?

Start by understanding the exam pattern, cover high-weightage topics first, and then move to mock tests and regular revision.