Detailed topic-wise syllabus and exam pattern for IBPS Specialist Officers (IBPS SO - IT, AFO, Law, HR, Marketing) 2026 covering all examination stages, marking scheme, question format, duration, and subject breakdown.
Official syllabus curriculum and subject topics prescribed by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
English Language (30 Qs - 30 Marks, 20 Mins): Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Sentence Improvement, Para Jumbles, Word Swap
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability (35 Qs - 35 Marks, 20 Mins): Data Interpretation (Bar/Line/Pie/Caselet), Number Series, Quadratic Equations, Simplification/Approximation, Arithmetic Word Problems
Reasoning Ability (35 Qs - 35 Marks, 20 Mins): Puzzles, Seating Arrangement (Linear/Circular/Floor/Box), Syllogisms, Inequalities, Blood Relations, Direction Sense
Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4th) marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45 Qs - 60 Marks, 60 Mins): Advanced Puzzles, Machine Input-Output, Coded Logic, Critical Reasoning, Flowcharts
Data Analysis & Interpretation (35 Qs - 60 Marks, 45 Mins): Advanced Arithmetic DI, Missing DI, Probability & Permutation based DI, Quantity Comparison
General, Economy & Banking Awareness (40 Qs - 40 Marks, 35 Mins): Current Affairs (Last 6 Months), RBI Circulars, Banking Terminologies, Government Schemes, Union Budget, Financial Markets
English Language (35 Qs - 40 Marks, 40 Mins): In-depth Comprehension, Vocabulary in Context, Sentence Connectors, Inference based questions
Descriptive English Test (Letter Writing & Essay - 25/50 Marks, 30 Mins)
Group Discussion / Group Exercise on banking/macro-economic scenarios (20 Marks)
Personal Interview assessing banking knowledge, communication skills, personality, and career orientation (30 Marks)
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