IBPS RRB Clerk 2025 Exam Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the RRB Clerk exam annually for the recruitment of Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The selection process includes Prelims and Mains examination—there is no interview. Candidates must qualify each stage to secure a position as a Clerk in RRBs. This article provides a complete breakdown of the exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility, selection process, and important links to help you prepare efficiently.
Selection Process for IBPS RRB Clerk
The IBPS RRB Clerk selection involves two stages:
1. Preliminary Examination
- Objective-type test
- Qualifying in nature
2. Main Examination
- Marks in the Mains exam are considered for final merit.
Note: There is no interview for the Office Assistant (Clerk) post.
IBPS RRB Clerk Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 years (as on notification date) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Language Proficiency | Proficiency in the local language of the RRB State is mandatory |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic knowledge is desirable |
IBPS RRB Clerk Exam Pattern
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 45 mins |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 mins |
- No sectional timing.
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Mains Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
| English / Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
- Composite time of 120 minutes.
- Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted per wrong answer.
Detailed Syllabus of IBPS RRB Clerk 2025
Prelims Syllabus
Reasoning
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Inequality
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Coding-Decoding
- Alphanumeric Series
- Order and Ranking
- Logical Reasoning
Numerical Ability
- Simplification/Approximation
- Number Series
- Data Interpretation
- Quadratic Equations
- Ratio and Proportion
- Percentages
- Time and Work
- Profit and Loss
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Speed, Time and Distance
- Average
- Mixture and Allegation
- Mensuration
Mains Syllabus
Reasoning
- All topics from Prelims
- Input-Output
- Statement and Assumptions
- Statement and Arguments
- Cause and Effect
- Decision Making
- Data Sufficiency
Numerical Ability
- All topics from Prelims
- Tabular DI
- Pie Charts
- Bar Graphs
- Caselets
- Missing DI
- Mixed Graphs
General Awareness
- Current Affairs (last 6 months)
- Banking Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- Static GK
- Government Schemes
- Awards and Honours
- National & International News
- Books and Authors
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
- Fill in the Blanks
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Phrase Replacement
Hindi Language (For Hindi Option)
- गद्यांश (Reading Comprehension)
- त्रुटि चयन
- वाक्य सुधार
- रिक्त स्थान पूर्ति
- पर्यायवाची / विलोम शब्द
Computer Knowledge
- Basics of Computers
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Internet
- Operating System
- Networking
- Computer Abbreviations
- Input & Output Devices
- Shortcut Keys
- Computer Memory
- Cyber Security
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Official IBPS Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Download My Coaching App | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
IBPS RRB Clerk 2025 includes Prelims and Mains stages without an interview. Know eligibility, pattern, syllabus & prepare well with latest updates and links.