The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Regional Rural Banks (RRB) examination to recruit candidates for the posts of Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer) and Office Assistant (Clerk). To succeed in this highly competitive banking exam, a thorough understanding of the syllabus and the latest exam pattern for both Preliminary and Main exams is the first and most crucial step.
This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the IBPS RRB syllabus and the detailed exam structure for both PO and Clerk to help you create a winning preparation strategy for 2025.
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IBPS RRB 2025: Exam Pattern (Officer Scale-I & Office Assistant)
The selection process consists of a Preliminary Exam and a Main Exam for both posts. An interview is conducted only for the Officer Scale-I post. The exam pattern for both posts is similar, with the difficulty level being higher for the Officer Scale-I exam.
Preliminary Exam Pattern (Qualifying)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
Marking Scheme for Prelims:
- Correct Answer: +1 mark.
- Negative Marking: -0.25 marks (1/4th) for each incorrect answer.
- Total Duration: A composite time of 45 minutes.
Main Exam Pattern (Merit Deciding)
The pattern for the Main exam is identical for both Officer Scale-I (PO) and Office Assistant (Clerk).
| Subject | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| English Language OR Hindi Language | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Marking Scheme for Mains:
- Negative Marking: -0.25 marks (1/4th) for each incorrect answer.
- Total Duration: A composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes).
IBPS RRB Syllabus 2025: In-Depth Topic Breakdown
Success in the IBPS RRB exams depends on a deep understanding of every topic. Here is a highly detailed, chapter-wise breakdown of the syllabus to guide your preparation.
Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus
| Subject | In-Depth Topics & Chapters |
|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability |
This section tests your logical and analytical skills. The Mains level includes more complex and high-level puzzles.
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| Quantitative Aptitude |
This section is a mix of speed maths, arithmetic, and data interpretation.
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| English / Hindi Language |
This section tests your command over the language. Candidates must choose one of the two languages.
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| General Awareness |
This section is focused on Banking, Financial, and current events of the last 6 months.
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| Computer Knowledge |
This section tests basic computer literacy.
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(Candidates are advised to download the official syllabus PDF for complete details.)
FAQs: IBPS RRB Syllabus 2025
Q1: Is there a sectional cut-off in the IBPS RRB exams?
Ans: Yes, IBPS maintains both sectional (subject-wise) and overall cut-offs. A candidate must clear both the sectional and overall cut-offs in both the Preliminary and Main examinations to be shortlisted.
Q2: Are the marks of the Preliminary exam counted for the final merit list?
Ans: No, the Preliminary exam is only qualifying in nature. The marks obtained in the Prelims are not considered for the final merit list. The final selection is based on the marks obtained in the Main Exam (and interview for PO).
Q3: Do I have to attempt both English and Hindi in the Mains exam?
Ans: No. In the Mains exam, candidates have a choice to attempt either the English Language section or the Hindi Language section. You do not need to attempt both.
Q4: Is there an interview for the Office Assistant (Clerk) post?
Ans: No, there is no interview for the post of Office Assistant (Clerk). The final selection is based solely on the marks obtained in the Main Examination.