IBPS PO Exam Dates Announced Get Ready to Start Your Banking Career
IBPS PO Exam Dates Announced: Get Ready to Start Your Banking Career!
Dreaming of a career in banking? The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the dates for the Probationary Officer (PO) exam, giving you a chance to land your dream job in the public sector banking industry.
Mark Your Calendars: Important Dates You Need to Know
While the official notification is expected to be out in mid-August 2024, the IBPS calendar has already revealed the exam dates. Here’s a quick rundown:
- Official Notification Release: Mid-August 2024 (Expected)
- Registration Begins: Mid-August 2024 (Expected)
- Registration Ends: September 2024 (Expected)
- Preliminary Exam (Tier I): October 19th & 20th, 2024
- Main Exam (Tier II): November 30th, 2024
- Interview (Tier III): February 2025 (Expected)
- Final Result: April 1st, 2025 (Based on previous trends)
The Road to Becoming a PO: Three Stages to Success
Becoming an Assistant Manager (on probation) at a bank branch requires clearing three stages:
- Preliminary Exam (Tier I): This screening test evaluates your aptitude in Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language.
- Main Exam (Tier II): This comprehensive exam tests your knowledge in various subjects and plays a crucial role in shortlisting candidates for the interview round.
- Interview (Tier III): The final stage assesses your personality, communication skills, subject knowledge, and overall suitability for the PO role.
Exam Day Schedule: Plan Your Time Wisely
To help you prepare effectively, here’s a glimpse of the exam day schedule:
Preliminary Exam (Tier I): Conducted in four shifts over two days.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Starts | Exam Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 08:00 a.m. | 09:00 a.m. | 10:00 a.m. |
| Shift 2 | 10:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. |
| Shift 3 | 01:00 p.m. | 02:00 p.m. | 03:00 p.m. |
| Shift 4 | 03:30 p.m. | 04:30 p.m. | 05:30 p.m. |
Main Exam (Tier II): The number of shifts depends on the number of candidates. Here’s a tentative schedule with two shifts:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Starts | Exam Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 08:00 a.m. | 09:00 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. |
| Shift 2 | 01:00 p.m. | 02:00 p.m. | 05:30 p.m. |
Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme: What You Need to Know
Both Preliminary and Main exams have a negative marking of 1/4 for each wrong answer.
Preliminary Exam Pattern:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Overall | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Main Exam Pattern: Detailed information will be available in the official notification.
Don’t Miss Out: Stay Tuned for the Official Notification
Remember, these dates are tentative and subject to change. Keep an eye out for the official notification from IBPS in mid-August 2024 for the most accurate and updated information. Start your preparation today and take a step closer to your banking career aspirations!
