IBPS PO 2019 syllabus is different for its Prelims and Mains examination. Considering the importance of both of the exams, we have compiled the IBPS PO 2019 syllabus detail in this post.

For an IBPS PO aspirant, it’s the basic requirement to know about the IBPS PO 2019 syllabus and IBPS PO exam pattern 2019. In IBPS PO exam pattern the information about the nature of questions, marking scheme, section-wise marks distribution, the total number of questions are discussed. The IBPS PO 2019 syllabus is all about the educational material from where the questions in the exam will be picked.

To know the details of IBPS PO 2019 exam pattern and syllabus read this post very carefully.

IBPS PO 2019 exam pattern

The IBPS PO exam has three stages; the Prelims Exam, the Mains Exam, and Interview. In the first two stages of IBPS PO 2019 exam, the candidate needs to appear in written examination whereas the third stage is of personal interview.

IBPS PO 2019 exam pattern is different for both of the exams. Let’s look at the IBPS PO exam pattern for the Prelims and Mains examination.

Here is the main point of IBPS PO exam pattern 2019.

IBPS PO 2019 exam pattern for Prelims Exam

• The IBPS prelims exam has following three sections; English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability.
• IBPS PO Prelim Exam contains total 100 marks. The marks division in IBPS PO exam as follows;
  • English Language: 30 questions for 30 marks.
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions for 35 marks.
  • Reasoning Ability: 35 questions for 35 marks.
• The IBPS PO Prelims comprises 100 multiple choice questions.
• Candidate gets 1-hour duration to solve all the questions.
• IBPS PO Exam 2019 will be bilingual i.e. English and Hindi.

IBPS PO 2019 exam pattern for Mains Exam

• IBPS Mains exam consists of 200 multiple choice questions.
• IBPS PO Mains exam will be conducted online.
• The duration of IBPS PO Mains Exam is 2 hours.
• Like IBPS Prelim exam the Mains exam will also be bilingual i.e. English and Hindi.
• Total marks of IBPS PO Mains exam 2019 will be 200.
• The IBPS PO Mains exam is divided into five sections i.e. Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge.
• The marks division in IBPS PO Mains exam 2019 will be as follows;
• Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions for 50 marks and duration is 30 minutes.
• Reasoning: 50 questions for 50 marks and duration is 40 minutes;
• General Awareness: 40 questions for 40 marks and duration is 40 minutes.
• English Language: 40 Questions for maximum 40 marks and duration is 20 minutes.
• Computer Knowledge: 20 questions for 20 marks and duration is 10 minutes.

IBPS PO 2019 Marking Scheme

It’s also important for the candidates to understand the IBPS PO 2019 marking scheme. The marking scheme is same for IBPS PO 2019 Prelims and Mains exam. Look at the important points related to IBPS PO 2019.

• Candidates will gain 1 mark for every correct answer.
• For every wrong answer,25 marks will be deducted.
• For every un-attempted question, no deduction in marks will be done.
• To sit in the interview the candidates from general category need to score not less than 40% and 35% marks obtained by reserved category candidates.

IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus

Now we will discuss the IBPS PO 2019 syllabus detail with you.  We have divided the IBPS PO syllabus section wise so that you can understand it clearly and start your preparation accordingly.

IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Prelims

Here is the details IBPS PO syllabus for IBPS PO Prelims.

·  IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for the English Language

The IBPS PO 2019 syllabus for English can be divided into three segments; Grammar, Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension.

• In grammar Spotting Errors, Active/Passive voice, Direct and Indirect speech, Phrases and idioms are included.
• The vocabulary related questions will be related to Homonyms, Synonyms Word Formation, and Spelling, Antonyms.
• The reading comprehension part consists of Passage completion, Theme Detection, Sense Driving Conclusion.

·  IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude

Here is the IBPS PO 2019 prelims syllabus detail for one of the toughest topics; Quantitative Aptitude.

• Simplification
• Profit & Loss
• Mixtures & Allegations
• Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices
•  Work & Time
• Time and Distance
• Mensuration – Cylinder, Cone, Sphere
• Data Interpretation
• Ratio & Proportion
• Percentage
• Number System
• Sequence & Series
• Permutation
• Combination & Probability.

·  IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Reasoning

Below mentioned topics are counted in IBPS PO syllabus 2019 for Prelim Exams.

• Logical Reasoning
• Alphanumeric Series
• Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test
• Data Sufficiency
• Coded Inequalities
• Seating Arrangement
• Puzzle
• Tabulation
• Syllogism
• Blood Relations
• Input Output
• Coding Decoding

IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Mains

Below given is the section wise detail of IBPS PO 2019 syllabus for Mains exam.

· IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for the English Language

• Reading Comprehension
• Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Verbal Ability

·  IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude

• Simplification
• Average
• Percentage
• Ratio and Percentage
• Data Interpretation
• Mensuration and Geometry
• Quadratic Equation
• Interest
• Problems of Ages
• Profit and Loss
• Number Series
• Speed, Distance and Time
• Time and Work
• Number System
• Data Sufficiency
• Linear Equation
• Permutation and Combination and Probability
• Mixture and Allegations

· IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Reasoning

• Verbal Reasoning
• Syllogism
• Circular Seating Arrangement
• Linear Seating Arrangement
• Double Lineup
• Scheduling
• Blood Relations
• Directions and Distances
• Input Output
• Ordering and Ranking
• Data Sufficiency
• Coding and Decoding
• Code Inequalities

· IBPS PO 2019 Syllabus for Computer Knowledge

In Computer Aptitude test the computer knowledge of the aspirants is checked.  In this section of exam question from following, topics can be asked.

• Computer Fundamentals and Terminologies
• Generations of Computer
• Operating System
• MS Office – MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, etc.
• Keyboard Shortcuts
• Internet and Networking
• Basic Security Concepts
• Computer Abbreviations

· IBPS PO Syllabus for General Awareness

• Current Affairs
• Financial Awareness
• General Knowledge

The Bottom Line

Here we have given you detailed information about IBPS PO 2019 syllabus and exam pattern.  With the help of this article, you can get all the basic information of IBPS PO 2019. If you still have any more questions related to IBPS PO 2019 exam pattern and syllabus then feel free to write to us in the comment box.