IBPS Clerk — exam pattern
IBPS · Graduate · Yearly · Age 20–28 · checked 2026-10-19
Prelims
CBT · 60 min (20 each) · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 100 questions · 100 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30% |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 35% |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 35% |
Mains
CBT · 160 min · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 190 questions · 200 marks
No interview.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 25% |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 30% |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 25% |
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in IBPS Clerk?
- Prelims: 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 min (20 each). Mains: 190 questions, 200 marks, 160 min.
- Is there negative marking in IBPS Clerk?
- Prelims: 0.25 per wrong. Mains: 0.25 per wrong.
- Who can apply for IBPS Clerk?
- Graduate, age 20–28. Held yearly by IBPS.