IRDAI AO Preparation Guide
IRDAI (Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India)
Your Complete Preparation Guide for IRDAI AO 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.
Exam Overview
Mode
Online (CBT) + Descriptive + Interview
Frequency
Irregular (every 2-3 years)
Next Exam Date
August 2027
EEligibility Criteria
Graduate degree, age maximum 30 years
ANumber of Attempts
No limit within age
Study Plan by Subject
Reasoning (20)
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 (20)
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 Language (20)
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 (20)
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
Insurance & Financial Market Awareness (20)
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
Insurance & Financial Market Awareness is unique to IRDAI AO — study IRDAI Annual Report and insurance sector statistics
Read IRDAI press releases, circulars, and annual journal for current developments in insurance regulation
Phase 2 descriptive has essay and report writing on insurance topics — practice writing on insurance issues regularly
Since IRDAI recruitment is irregular, candidates should simultaneously prepare for RBI Grade B or SEBI Grade A
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning (20) | 20 | 20 | 12 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude (20) | 20 | 20 | 12 min |
| English Language (20) | 20 | 20 | 12 min |
| General Awareness (20) | 20 | 20 | 12 min |
| Insurance & Financial Market Awareness (20) | 20 | 20 | 12 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Important Dates
Registration Opens
May 2027
Next Exam Date
August 2027
Conducted By
IRDAI (Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India)
Frequently Asked Questions
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