What is the IBPS RRB PO Selection Processs?

The IBPS RRB PO Selection process consists of Prelims, Mains, and Interview.

What is the total number of questions asked in the IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam?

A total of 200 questions is asked in the IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam.

Is there a negative marking in the IBPS RRB PO Exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks in Prelims and Mains exam of IBPS RRB PO.

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026, Exam Pattern for Officer Scale 1 Prelims and Mains

Q: What are the subjects in the IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam?

The IBPS RRB PO Mains exam includes Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, and Computer Knowledge, each section testing different skills essential for the officer role.

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The IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026 provides the subjects, key topics, and examination structure for the Officer Scale-I recruitment process. According to the tentative schedule, the Preliminary examination is set for 21 and 22 November 2026, while the Mains examination is scheduled for 20 December 2026.

Aspirants should review the updated syllabus, exam pattern, and marking scheme to develop a well-planned preparation strategy. Check the complete subject-wise IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026 and examination pattern below.

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026

A thorough understanding of the updated syllabus and regular practice are essential for performing well in the IBPS RRB 2026 Officer Scale-I examination. The selection exam comprises Prelims and Mains, covering Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English/Hindi Language, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge.

Aspirants should focus on all subjects, build strong conceptual knowledge, and regularly solve previous years’ question papers and mock tests to improve accuracy, speed, and overall exam performance.

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name	IBPS RRB PO (Officer Scale-I)
Recruitment Cycle	CRP RRBs-XV 2026
Exam Stages	Prelims, Mains, Interview
Prelims Exam Date	21st & 22nd November 2026
Mains Exam Date	20th December 2026
Mode of Exam	Online
Official Website	ibps.in

IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern 2026

The IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern provides the format and structure of the exam that candidates should understand beforehand.

The exam will be computer-based with multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
To qualify, candidates must meet both the sectional and overall cut-off marks.
A penalty of 0.25 marks will be applied for each wrong answer.

Prelims Exam Pattern

The IBPS RRB Prelims examination takes place in online mode, comprising 80 questions to be attempted within a total duration of 45 minutes. Candidates should note that each incorrect response attracts a penalty of 0.25 marks. The complete section-wise exam pattern for the Preliminary stage is provided below.

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

Mains Exam Pattern

The IBPS RRB PO Mains Examination 2026 includes five sections with a combined weightage of 200 marks and a total time limit of 120 minutes. For the language paper, candidates can choose either English or Hindi. The examination follows a sectional time limit, meaning each section must be completed within its separately allotted duration.

Additionally, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer, making accuracy and effective time management crucial for scoring well.

S.No.	Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
1	Reasoning Paper	40	50	30 Minutes
2	General Awareness Paper	40	40	15 Minutes
3	Numerical Ability Paper	40	50	30 Minutes
4	English/Hindi Language Paper*	40	40	30 Minutes
5	Computer Knowledge Paper	40	20	15 Minutes
Total		200	200	120 Minutes

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Syllabus

The PO syllabus includes subjects such as Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability. The detailed syllabus for the Prelims exam is provided below.

Reasoning Ability Syllabus for Prelims

Box-Based Puzzle
Floor or Floor-flat-based Puzzles
Day/ Month/ Year-Based Puzzle
Comparison/Categorised/ Uncertain Puzzles Miscellaneous
Ranking and Time
Word Formation
Alphabet/ Number/ Symbol Series
Inequality
Syllogism
Order & Ranking
Coding-Decoding
Direction-sense
Blood-Relation
Circular/ Triangular/ Rectangular/ Square Seating Arrangement
Linear Seating Arrangement Puzzles

Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus for Prelims

Number System
Simplification
Approximation
Decimal Fractions
Time and Work
Age Problems
Percentage
Permutation and Combination
HCF and LCM
Simple Interest
Time and Distance
Ratio and Proportion
Probability
Profit and Loss
Compound Interest
Average
Partnership
Data Interpretation
Data Sufficiency
Quadratic Equations

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IBPS RRB PO Mains Syllabus

In addition to Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, the RRB PO Mains Syllabus covers General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, and Computer Knowledge. Candidates can explore the detailed subject-wise topics for each section below.

English Language Syllabus for Mains

Reading Comprehension
Rearrangement of Sentences
Word swap and rearrangement
Match the Column
Connectors and Starters
Idioms
Antonyms
Error Detection
Cloze Test
One Word Substitution
Fill in the Blanks (Single, Double blanks, and sentence blanks)
Jumbled Words
Phrase Substitution
Synonyms

Hindi Language Syllabus for Mains

अपठित गद्यांश
समानार्थक और विलोम शब्द
रिक्त स्थान
गद्यांश में रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति
वाक्य में त्रुटि
शब्द त्रुटी या वर्तनी त्रुटी
वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द
विलोम शब्द
मुहावरे -लोकोक्तियाँ

Computer Knowledge Syllabus for Mains

Computer Fundamentals
Computer Abbreviations
Shortcut Keys
Networking
Software and Hardware Fundamentals
Basic Knowledge of the Internet
MS Office
Database
History of Computers
Security Tools
Computer Languages
Internet
Number System and Conversions
Input and Output Devices

General Awareness Syllabus for Mains

India and International Current Affairs
RBI
Sports
Finance
Books and Authors
Agriculture
Fiscal Policies
Budget
Banking Awareness
Countries and Currencies
National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries
Banking Terms and Abbreviations
Banking History
Government Schemes
Government Policies

Reasoning Syllabus for Mains

Topic	Important Sub-Topics
Puzzles	Floor-based, Box-based, Month/Day/Year-based, Age-based, Comparison, Assignment and Uncertain Puzzles
Seating Arrangement	Circular, Linear, Double Row, Square, Rectangular and other arrangement-based questions
Coding-Decoding	Traditional Coding, New Pattern Coding, Coded Blood Relations and Coded Directions
Syllogism	Basic and Possibility-based Syllogism
Inequality	Direct, Coded and Mathematical Inequality
Input-Output	Word, Number and Mixed Input-Output
Blood Relations	Direct and Coded Blood Relation
Direction Sense	Direction and Distance-based questions
Ranking and Order	Position, Ranking and Comparison-based questions
Alphabet and Word Test	Alphabet Series, Word Formation and Alphabet-based questions
Data Sufficiency	Questions based on two or three statements
Logical Reasoning	Statement and Assumption, Statement and Conclusion, Statement and Argument, Cause and Effect, Course of Action and Decision Making

Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus for Mains

Topic	Important Sub-Topics
Data Interpretation	Table DI, Bar Graph, Line Graph, Pie Chart, Caselet DI, Missing DI, and Mixed DI
Arithmetic	Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Profit and Loss, Discount and Partnership
Number System	HCF and LCM, Fractions, Decimals and other number-based concepts
Simplification and Approximation	BODMAS, Fractions, Decimals, Indices, Square and Cube Roots
Number Series	Missing Number, Wrong Number and Double Pattern Series
Data Sufficiency	Two- or three-statement-based questions
Quadratic Equations	Equation-based questions and comparison of roots
Mensuration	2D and 3D Mensuration
Probability	Basic probability questions
Permutation and Combination	Selection and arrangement-based problems
Algebra	Basic algebraic equations and concepts

IBPS RRB PO Interview 2026

Candidates who pass the RRB PO Mains exam will be invited for the Interview round by IBPS. The interview is worth 100 marks. To qualify, candidates need at least 40% marks (for General and EWS), and 35% for those in ST, SC, OBC, or PWD categories.

Particulars	Details
Total Marks	100
Qualifying Marks (General/EWS)	40%
Qualifying Marks (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)	35%

IBPS RRB PO Marking Scheme 2026

Particulars	Details
Correct Answer	1 Mark
Wrong Answer	-0.25 Marks
Unattempted Question	No Penalty

Is IBPS RRB PO Syllabus Same as IBPS PO?

The IBPS RRB PO syllabus differs slightly from the IBPS PO syllabus. Although both examinations cover common subjects such as Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English/Hindi Language, and General Awareness, they vary in certain aspects of the exam pattern and overall difficulty level.

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus Vs IBPS PO Syllabus
Particulars	IBPS PO	IBPS RRB PO
Prelims sections	3 sections (English Language, Reasoning, Quant)	2 sections only (Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude)
Language section in Prelims	Yes, compulsory	No
Mains descriptive paper	Yes (Essay & Letter Writing)	No descriptive test
Mains subjects	Reasoning, Quant, English, GA, Computer Knowledge	Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer Knowledge
Recruits for	Public Sector Banks (PNB, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, etc.)	Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
Job posting	Anywhere in India	Usually within the state applied for
Difficulty level	Slightly higher, especially the English section	Comparatively moderate

Note: RRB PO has an easier Prelims stage (no English section) and no descriptive writing test in Mains, unlike IBPS PO. The core topics overlap, but the exam pattern, weightage, and difficulty differ, so candidates should not prepare for both exams using the same strategy.