IBPS SO — exam pattern
IBPS · Graduate · Yearly · Age 20–30 · checked 2026-10-19
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Prelims
CBT · 2 h · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 150 questions · 125 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 20% |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40% |
| Quantitative Aptitude / General Awareness (post-wise) | 50 | 50 | 40% |
Mains
CBT · 45 min · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 60 questions · 60 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 100% |
Interview
Interview · — · Negative marking: — · 100 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interview | — | 100 | 100% |
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in IBPS SO?
- Prelims: 150 questions, 125 marks, 2 h. Mains: 60 questions, 60 marks, 45 min. Interview: descriptive questions, 100 marks, —.
- Is there negative marking in IBPS SO?
- Prelims: 0.25 per wrong. Mains: 0.25 per wrong. Interview: —.
- Who can apply for IBPS SO?
- Graduate, age 20–30. Held yearly by IBPS.