The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will conduct the IBPS PO 2025 Mains exam online on October 12 . This national examination, held at various centers across the country, is for candidates seeking Probationary Officer (PO) positions in India’s public sector banks. Only candidates who cleared the preliminary examination are eligible to participate in the Mains phase.
Exam Format and Duration
The IBPS PO 2025 Mains exam has a total duration of three hours and ten minutes . The examination includes two main components: an Objective Test and a Descriptive Paper. The Objective Test comprises 145 multiple-choice questions, contributing 200 marks to the total score. The Descriptive Paper is worth an additional 25 marks, making the overall exam score out of 225 marks.
The exam is scheduled to commence at 9:00 AM and conclude at 12:10 PM . A key feature of the Mains exam is its sectional timing, where each part of the Objective Test is allocated a specific time limit. This structure requires effective time management skills from all test-takers.
Objective Test Sections
The Objective Test evaluates candidates across four distinct sections:
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: Assesses logical reasoning and basic computer knowledge.
- General/Economy/Banking Awareness: Covers current affairs, economic principles, and banking sector knowledge.
- English Language: Tests comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary skills.
- Data Analysis & Interpretation: Focuses on analytical skills using numerical data.
Mandatory Exam Day Guidelines
Candidates must strictly follow exam day protocols. Arriving at the examination center at least one hour before the official start time of 9:00 AM is compulsory. This early arrival ensures time for security checks and administrative procedures before the exam begins.
Essential pre-exam procedures include biometric verification, document checks, and attendance recording. Candidates may also need to provide a handwriting sample or signature before starting their paper. All test-takers must use their designated seats and not leave the examination hall until the exam concludes.
Electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the exam venue. This prohibition includes mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, pagers, calculators, and any other electronic gadgets. Candidates must follow all invigilator guidelines.
Post-Exam Analysis and Updates
After the IBPS PO 2025 Mains exam on October 12, a detailed analysis will be made available. This review will include the overall difficulty level of the examination, expected good attempts by candidates, and a breakdown of specific questions and topics featured in the paper. This analysis will be based on student feedback.
Further updates regarding the exam analysis, as well as information on next selection stages, will be released by IBPS. Candidates should check the official IBPS website for announcements.