IBPS PO Prelims Question Paper 2026 Out
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (Website)
Location: All IndiaExam Date: 2026-08-22
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years with standard government relaxations for reserved categories. |
Job Description
Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has successfully conducted the Probationary Officer Preliminary Examination for the 2026 cycle. As the examination is held in a secure online environment, the official question papers are not published by the board. To assist candidates in their preparation, subject matter experts have compiled memory-based question papers derived from student feedback across various shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing memory-based questions to understand the current difficulty level of the examination.
- Analyzing the distribution of questions across English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning sections.
- Practicing these questions under timed conditions to improve speed and accuracy for upcoming shifts.
- Identifying frequently asked topics to prioritize study efforts effectively.
- Comparing personal performance against the provided solutions to gauge readiness.
- Utilizing the question trends to refine overall test-taking strategies.
Why Apply
Accessing these memory-based papers provides a significant advantage for candidates preparing for competitive banking exams. It helps in demystifying the exam pattern and reducing anxiety by providing a realistic preview of the actual test environment.
Important Dates
- Exam Dates: 22nd and 23rd August 2026
Quick Facts
- Exam Mode: Online Computer-Based
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 per incorrect answer
Age Limit (Detail)
20 to 30 years with standard government relaxations for reserved categories.
Selection Process
The selection process for the IBPS PO involves a multi-stage approach starting with the Preliminary Examination. This stage is qualifying in nature and tests candidates on English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning. Candidates who clear the Prelims are invited to the Main Examination, which is more comprehensive and carries higher weightage. The final stage is the Interview process, where candidates are evaluated on their personality, communication skills, and banking awareness. A final merit list is prepared based on the combined scores of the Main exam and the Interview.
Exam Pattern
The Preliminary examination consists of 100 objective-type questions to be completed in 60 minutes. The English Language section has 30 questions, while Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability sections have 35 questions each. Each correct answer earns one mark, and a penalty of 0.25 marks is applied for every incorrect response.
Application Fee
Not applicable for this memory-based paper resource.
Vacancy Details
- Post: Probationary Officer (PO)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official resource page provided for memory-based papers.
- Locate the table containing the shift-wise question paper links.
- Click on the 'Download PDF' link corresponding to the desired shift.
- Save the PDF file to your device for offline practice.
- Open the file using any standard PDF reader.
- Print the document if you prefer a hard copy for your study sessions.
- Keep the downloaded files organized by date and shift for systematic revision.
