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IBPS PO recruits Probationary Officers for participating public sector banks other than SBI, such as PNB, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank.
| Stage | Mode | Subjects / Modules | Duration | Total Marks | Negative Marking | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | CBT (Objective (MCQ)) | English, Quant, Reasoning | 1 Hour | 100 | 0.25 per wrong answer | Moderate |
| Mains | CBT (Objective + Descriptive) | Reasoning & Computer, Data Analysis, GA/Banking, English, Letter/Essay | 3 Hours 30 Minutes | 250 | 0.25 per wrong answer | Difficult |
| Interview | Personality Test (Board Interview) | Personal interview by participating bank | - | 100 | Not applicable | Moderate |
Graduates aiming for PSU bank officer roles
Aspirants open to postings in any participating bank
Candidates seeking bank management career track
A: IBPS PO is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection.
A: Yes, IBPS PO is generally held annually as per the official recruitment calendar.
A: Most objective stages carry negative marking; check the official notification for exact deduction.