IBPS RRB Syllabus 2021: IBPS has successfully conducted the preliminary examinations for IBPS RRB PO and Clerk and now the Mains Examinations will be conducted on 25th September (PO) and 17th October 2021 (Clerk). Candidates appearing for the upcoming mains examination must go through with the Syllabus and Exam Pattern in the last days as well. This undoubtedly enhances the preparation and makes it more efficient. The detailed IBPS RRB PO & Clerk syllabus and exam pattern 2021 is provided in the article below to uplift your performance for the upcoming IBPS RRB PO and Clerk Mains Exam 2021.
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IBPS RRB Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2021
The IBPS RRB Prelims Exam was held on August 01, 2021, August 07, 2021, August 08, 2021, August 14, 2021, August 21, 2021. And now IBPS will be conducting the IBPS RRB Mains Exam 2021 on 25th September (PO) and 17th October 2021 (Clerk). So, all the candidates who are aiming for the IBPS RRB 2021 exam must start their preparation for the IBPS RRB PO and Clerk from the detailed exam pattern and syllabus mentioned below in the article.
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IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern 2021
For IBPS RRB PO, the recruitment will be done based on the prelims, mains, and interview round. All those students who will qualify for the prelims examination will be called for the mains examination, and the students who will qualify for the mains examination will be called for the interview round. The detailed exam pattern is given below:
IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2021:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 45 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
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IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam Pattern 2021:
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 2 hours |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
| English/Hindi Language* | 40 | 40 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
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IBPS RRB Clerk Exam Pattern 2021
The IBPS RRB Clerk recruitment will be done based on the prelims and mains examination. All those students who will qualify for the prelims examination will be called for the mains examination.
IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern 2021:
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 45 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 80 |
IBPS RRB Mains Prelims Exam Pattern 2021:
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 50 | 2 hours |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
| English/Hindi Language* | 40 | 40 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
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IBPS RRB Syllabus 2021
The IBPS RRB Clerk Syllabus 2021 and IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2021 are quite similar. Apart from the below-mentioned sections, an additional section of the professional knowledge section is asked for the Specialist Officer Grade-II.
The topics that will be covered in the IBPS RRB Exam are as follows:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning
- English / Hindi Language
- Financial Knowledge
- General Awareness
- Computer Knowledge
IBPS RRB Syllabus: Quantitative Aptitude
The syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude IBPS RRB 2021 is similar for both the prelims and mains examination of IBPS RRB PO and Clerk. The Quantitative Aptitude is said to be quite tough and lengthy amongst all, but if you have prepared well and practiced enough for this section, then you can easily do the same. Check the detailed syllabus Quantitative aptitude, this will help the students in their preparation.
| Number System | HCF and LCM | Profit and Loss |
| Decimal Fractions | Simple Interest | Compound Interest |
| Time and Work | Time and Distance | Average |
| Age Problems | Simplification | Partnership |
| Percentage | Ratio and Proportion | Data Interpretation |
| Permutation and Combination | Probability | Quadratic Equations |
IBPS RRB Syllabus: Reasoning Ability
This section covers logical and verbal reasoning. Students must prepare well for this section as well. The detailed syllabus of IBPS RRB PO and Clerk 2021 Reasoning Syllabus is mentioned below.
| Odd man out | Analogy | Syllogism |
| Coding-Decoding | Blood Relation | Alphabet Test |
| Blood Relation | Series Test | Ranking and Time |
| Causes and Effects | Direction Test | Sitting Arrangements |
| Decision Making | Statement and Assumption | Figure Series |
| Assertion and Reason | Statement and Conclusion | Word Formation |
| Statements and Action Courses | Inequalities | Puzzles |
IBPS RRB Syllabus: English/Hindi Language
The English Language section is said to be quite scoring if students have prepared well for the same. This section comprises topics related to vocabulary grammar etc. Check the detailed syllabus for IBPS RRB PO and Clerk for the English Language.
| Reading Comprehension | Cloze Test | Fill in the blanks |
| Rearrangement of Sentences | Jumbled Words | Error Detection |
| Phrase Substitution | One word substitution | Idioms |
| Antonyms | Synonyms | |
IBPS RRB Syllabus: Computer
The computer Language section is asked in the mains examination, the detailed syllabus for the Computer is mentioned in the table below:
| Computer Fundamentals | Number System and Conversions |
| History of Computer | Shortcut Keys |
| Software and Hardware Fundamentals | Basic Knowledge of the Internet |
| MS Office | Database |
| Networking | Security Tools |
| Computer Abbreviations | Computer Languages |
| Internet | Input and Output Devices |
IBPS RRB Syllabus: General Awareness/Financial Awareness.
The detailed syllabus of general awareness and financial awareness is mentioned in the tables below. Students must prepare well for this section to boost up their scores.
FINANCIAL AWARENESS
| India and International Current Affairs | Banking Awareness |
| Countries and Currencies | National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries |
| Banking Terms and Abbreviations | Banking History |
| RBI | Sports |
| Finance | Sports |
| Books and Authors | Agriculture |
| Fiscal Policies | Budget |
| Government schemes | Government policies |
General Awareness
| Latest Topics in News in Financial World Monetary Policy | Budget and Economic Survey |
| Overview of Banking and Banking Reforms in India | Bank Accounts and Special Individuals |
| Organizations Deposits Credit | Loans |
| Advanced Non Performing Assets | Asset Reconstruction Companies |
| NPAs | Restructuring of Loans |
| Bad Loans | Risk Management |
| BASEL I | BASEL II |
| BASEL II | ACCORDS |
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IBPS RRB PO Selection Process
There are three stages that are involved in the selection procedure of IBPS RRB Officer Scale I, they are:
- Preliminary examination
- Mains examination
- Interview Round
IBPS RRB Clerk Selection Process
The selection process of IBPS RRB Office Assistant consists of two-stage:
- Preliminary examination
- Mains examination
IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II & III Selection Process
There are only two stages involved in the selection procedure of IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II and Officer Scale III:
- Online test
- Personal interview
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
Q. What is the duration of the IBPS RRB Exam 2021?
Ans. The time duration of the IBPS RRB exam for prelims is 45 minutes and for the mains, students will be given 2 hours for the completion of the examination.
Q. When the IBPS RRB exam 2021 notification will come?
Ans. IBPS has released the IBPS RRB 2021 notification on 7th June on its official website.
Q. Is there any negative marking for IBPS RRB Exam 2021?
Ans. Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Q. When will the application process start for IBPS RRB 2021?
Ans: The Online Application window for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2021 is now closed.
Q. How many vacancies have been released for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2021?
Ans: 12,810 vacancies have been released for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2021
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