IBPS Clerk Prelims Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Updated 2026
Examination Pattern Details
The IBPS Clerk exam is divided into two parts, both following a specific format with sectional timing and negative marking.
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Mins |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Mains Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 Mins |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Mins |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 Mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 Mins |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 Mins |
Negative marking of 0.25 marks is applied for each incorrect answer.
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