SARKARI JOBS / SYLLABUS

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Check Detailed Section Wise Syllabus

Source-synced notice · Details shown below were extracted from the referenced publisher.

Last successful check: 12 Nov 2026. The information below comes from the named source; verify the authoritative notification before applying. A failed refresh never replaces previously saved details.

Update typeSyllabus
Recruiting authorityAuthority — see source notice
Last successful check12 Nov 2026
Last dateNot yet verified — check the notice
Reference sources

Notice information

  • Download Mobile APP
  • Updated May 15, 2026 11:45 AM
  • by Kowsalya Chinnadurai
  • IBPS RRB PO Syllabus and exam pattern 2026 is now available with the latest exam pattern for Prelims and Mains. The syllabus remains largely similar to previous years, covering Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, and Computer Knowledge.
  • IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026 provides a complete roadmap for candidates preparing for Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer) recruitment in Regional Rural Banks. The exam consists of two stages – Prelims and Mains – followed by an Interview.
  • Prelims focuses on Reasoning Ability and Quantitative Aptitude, while Mains includes five sections with higher difficulty. Understanding the detailed topic-wise syllabus and latest exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation and time management. This article covers the complete updated IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern for both stages to help aspirants strategize better and score high.

IBPS RRB PO 2026 Overview

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameIBPS RRB PO (Officer Scale-I) 2026
Conducting BodyInstitute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
StagesPrelims, Mains & Interview
Mode of ExamOnline (Computer-Based)
Negative Marking0.25 marks per wrong answer
Official Websitewww.ibps.in

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarksDuration
Reasoning Ability404025 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude404020 Minutes
Total808045 Minutes

IBPS RRB PO Mains Exam Pattern 2026

SectionNo. of QuestionsMarksDuration
Reasoning Ability405030 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude405030 Minutes
General Awareness404015 Minutes
English Language / Hindi Language404030 Minutes
Computer Knowledge402015 Minutes
Total200200120 Minutes

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Syllabus 2026

  • Reasoning Ability Puzzles (Floor-based, Month-based, Box, Scheduling), Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear, Square, Parallel Row), Syllogism (New & Old Pattern), Inequality (Coded & Direct), Coding-Decoding (Chinese, Fictitious, etc.), Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Alphanumeric Series, Order & Ranking, Input-Output, Data Sufficiency, Logical Reasoning (Statement & Assumption, Argument, Course of Action).
  • Quantitative Aptitude Simplification & Approximation, Number Series (Missing & Wrong Number), Quadratic Equations, Data Interpretation (Tabular, Pie Chart, Bar Graph, Line Graph, Caselet, Radar, Mixed DI), Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time Speed & Distance, Ratio & Proportion, Mensuration, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Mixture & Allegation, Average, Percentage, Ages, Boats & Streams, Pipes & Cisterns.

IBPS RRB PO Mains Syllabus 2026

  • Reasoning Ability All topics from Prelims + High-Level Puzzles & Seating Arrangement, Machine Input-Output, Critical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, Statement & Conclusion, Statement & Assumption, Statement & Argument, Cause & Effect, Course of Action, Inequalities, Coding-Decoding (Advanced).
  • Quantitative Aptitude All Prelims topics at higher difficulty level + Advanced Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, Quantity Comparison, Number System, Arithmetic Word Problems, Approximation, Series, Quadratic Equations.
  • General Awareness Current Affairs (National & International) last 6-8 months, Banking Awareness, Financial Awareness, RBI & Monetary Policy, Government Schemes, Static GK (Countries, Capitals, Currencies, Important Days, Books & Authors, Awards), Economic Survey, Union Budget, International Organizations & Headquarters.
  • English Language Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fill in the Blanks, Spotting Errors, Sentence Improvement, Para Jumbles, Sentence Rearrangement, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases), Word Usage, Match the Column.
  • Hindi Language Grammar, Comprehension, fillers and more
  • Computer Knowledge History of Computers, Computer Fundamentals, Hardware & Software, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet & Networking, DBMS, Computer Security & Cyber Attacks, Shortcut Keys, Abbreviations, Operating System, Latest Developments in IT & Banking Technology.

Q1. What is the syllabus for IBPS RRB PO 2026?

  • IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2026 includes Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude for Prelims and Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi & Computer for Mains.

Q2. Is there any change in IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern 2026?

  • The pattern remains the same as previous years with 80 marks Prelims and 200 marks Mains.
Resize photo for formCompress certificates
BEFORE YOU APPLY

Prepare your photo, signature and certificates here

Use AI Tapri to resize your application photo and signature to the required pixels and KB, compress certificate PDFs, and prepare uploads before opening the official application.

Read the official notification for qualifications, age limits, category relaxations, fees and important dates. Keep your photo, signature, education certificates and relevant identity documents ready according to that notification.

AI Tapri is not a government website. Complete official sign-in, payments and applications on the recruiting authority’s portal.

More syllabus