The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially announced the exam schedule for the IBPS Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) recruitment for the CRP PO/MT-XIV cycle, aimed at filling vacancies for the 2025-26 banking sector.
Here is a comprehensive overview of the important details and updates:
IBPS PO Key Dates and Schedule
Short Notice Release: July 29, 2024
The short notice provides a preliminary announcement of the recruitment process and upcoming detailed notification.
Detailed Notification Release: July 31, 2024
A comprehensive notification with complete details about the examination process, eligibility criteria, and other relevant information was released.
Online Registration Starts: August 1, 2024
Candidates can begin filling out their application forms on the official IBPS website.
Online Registration Ends: August 21, 2024
The last date for submitting the online application form and completing the registration process.
Last Date to Pay Application Fee: August 21, 2024
Candidates must ensure that their application fee is paid by this date to complete their registration.
Pre-Exam Training: September 2024
Training will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories to help them prepare for the exams. This training is optional.
Prelims Exam Dates: October (Tentative)
The Preliminary Examination will be conducted over these two days. The Prelims is a qualifying stage, which means it only serves to shortlist candidates for the Mains exam.
Mains Exam Date: November, 2024
The Mains Examination will assess candidates on a more comprehensive level, including both objective and descriptive components.
IBPS PO Vacancy Details 2024
For the 2024 recruitment cycle, IBPS has announced a total of 4,455 vacancies for Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) positions across 11 public sector banks. The distribution of vacancies among the participating banks is as follows:
- Bank of Baroda: 885 posts
- Canara Bank: 750 posts
- Central Bank of India: 2000 posts
- Indian Overseas Bank: 260 posts
- Punjab National Bank: 200 posts
- Punjab & Sind Bank: 360 posts
The Central Bank of India has the highest number of vacancies, with 2000 posts allocated.
IBPS PO Exam Pattern 2024
The IBPS PO 2024 examination consists of three stages:
- Prelims Exam:
- Format: Objective Type
- Duration: 1 hour
- Total Marks: 100
- Sections: Typically includes English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
- Mains Exam:
- Format: Objective and Descriptive Type
- Duration: 3 hours + 30 minutes (Descriptive)
- Total Marks: 225
- Sections: Includes Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Interpretation & Analysis. The Descriptive section usually includes an Essay and a letter-writing component.
- Interview:
- Format: Personal Interview
- Total Marks: 100
- Candidates who clear the Mains exam will be called for an interview to assess their suitability for the position.
IBPS PO Selection Process 2024
The selection process is based on performance in the following stages:
- Prelims Exam: A qualifying round that determines eligibility for the Mains exam.
- Mains Exam: The primary stage where candidates are evaluated based on comprehensive written tests.
- Interview: The final stage where candidates’ personality, communication skills, and suitability for the role are assessed.
Final selection will be based on the combined scores of the Mains Exam and the Interview.
IBPS PO Admit Card Details 2024
Admit cards will be issued separately for each stage of the exam:
- Prelims Admit Card: Generally available 10-15 days before the exam.
- Mains Admit Card: Typically released after the Prelims results are announced.
- Interview Admit Card: Issued after the Mains results.
Candidates must download their admit cards from the official IBPS website using their registration credentials. The admit card will include important details such as the exam center, date, and time.
IBPS PO Exam Centers 2024
The IBPS PO exams will be conducted in various cities across India. The centers for Prelims and Mains exams will be mentioned in the respective admit cards. Here are some examples of exam centers. The exact locations for each city will be specified in the admit cards issued to the candidates.
IBPS PO Preparation Tips
- Understand the Exam Pattern: Familiarize yourself with the types of questions and marking schemes for each stage.
- Study Plan: Develop a structured study plan covering all subjects and topics.
- Practice: Take mock tests to gauge your preparation and improve time management.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of any changes or updates related to the exam.
Candidates are advised to start their preparations early and stay informed about any updates from IBPS to ensure a smooth and successful exam experience.