IBPS RRB Clerk Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026 : Check the latest exam pattern, subject-wise topics, marking scheme, and preparation strategy for Prelims and Mains. Get complete details on Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, and Computer Knowledge for the IBPS RRB Office Assistant Exam 2026.
Overview :
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) the detailed syllabus for the IBPS RRB Clerk (Office Assistant) Exam 2026. Candidates preparing for the IBPS RRB recruitment can download the syllabus, exam pattern, and marking scheme from this page. This comprehensive guide covers subject-wise topics, preparation strategy, and important books for the IBPS RRB Clerk exam.
| Exam Name | IBPS RRB Clerk (Office Assistant) Exam 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Office Assistant (Multipurpose) / Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | Check Official Notification |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Exam Type | Prelims: Objective | Mains: Objective |
| Total Questions | Prelims: 80 | Mains: 200 |
| Total Marks | Prelims: 80 | Mains: 200 |
| Exam Duration | Prelims: 45 Minutes | Mains: 120 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | Yes (0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer) |
| Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + Document Verification |
| Exam Language | English / Hindi (Bilingual) |
| Official Website | https://ibps.in/ |
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IBPS RRB Clerk Exam Pattern :
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
Mains Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| English Language / Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Important Points:
- Each correct answer carries 1Â mark
- Negative marking: 0.25Â marks deducted for each wrong answer
- No Interview for Clerk Post. Final selection based on Mains marks
Selection Process :
- Prelims + Mains + Document Verification
Subject Wise Syllabus :
Prelims Syllabus
1. Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles, Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear, Floor, Box)
- Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations, Direction Sense
- Input-Output, Data Sufficiency
2. Numerical Ability
- Simplification, Number Series
- Data Interpretation (Table, Bar, Line, Pie)
- Profit & Loss, SI & CI, Time & Work
- Ratio & Proportion, Mensuration, Average
Mains Syllabus
1. Reasoning Ability -Same as Prelims (Higher Level)Â 2. Quantitative Aptitude -Same as Prelims (Higher Level) 3. General Awareness
- Current Affairs (Last 6-8 Months)
- Banking & Financial Awareness
- Static GK, Government Schemes
- Economy, Sports, Awards
4. English Language
- Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test
- Error Detection, Sentence Improvement
- Para Jumbles, Fillers, Vocabulary
5. Hindi Language
6. Computer Knowledge
- Computer Fundamentals, MS Office
- Internet, Networking, Cybersecurity
- Shortcut Keys, Abbreviations
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