IBPS RRB PO Preparation Guide
IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection)
Your Complete Preparation Guide for IBPS RRB PO 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.
Exam Overview
Mode
Online (CBT)
Frequency
Once a year
Next Exam Date
August 2027
EEligibility Criteria
Graduate degree with knowledge of local language, age 18-30 years
ANumber of Attempts
No limit within age
Study Plan by Subject
Reasoning (40)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Quantitative Aptitude (40) (Prelims)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Reasoning (40)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Quantitative Aptitude (40)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
General Awareness (40)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
English/Hindi Language (40)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Computer Knowledge (40) (Mains)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Expert Preparation Tips
Prelims is only Reasoning and Quantitative — focus exclusively on these two subjects for Phase 1
Choose Hindi language option in Mains if you are more comfortable in Hindi than English
Study local/regional current affairs as RRB GA section includes state-specific banking and agricultural news
Computer knowledge in Mains covers basics — MS Office, computer fundamentals, internet and banking software basics
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning (40) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude (40) (Prelims) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| Reasoning (40) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude (40) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| General Awareness (40) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| English/Hindi Language (40) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| Computer Knowledge (40) (Mains) | 11 | 11 | 6 min |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 min |
Important Dates
Registration Opens
May 2027
Next Exam Date
August 2027
Conducted By
IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection)
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