How To Score 35+ Marks For IBPS PO GA Section in 30 Days

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IBPS PO Mains 2024 General Awareness Preparation: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has set the test for the recruitment of 3955 for the posts of Probationary Officer (PO)/Management Trainee (MT) in the Participating banks of India and the exam is on the 30th November 2024. The IBPS PO 2024 mains exam consists of four sections including Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation and General, Economy/Banking Awareness. So as all of you candidates know General Awareness is the most difficult section and scoring too, that is why we are providing some tips and tricks to Score 35+ Marks For the IBPS PO GA Section in 30 Days.

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IBPS PO Mains 2024 Exam Pattern

1. Exam Structure

The IBPS PO Mains exam consists of two sections:
- Objective Test (Online)
- Descriptive Test (English Language Writing Skills)

2. Objective Test Pattern

The IBPS PO mains 2024 Exam an objective test has four sections with a total of 155 questions carrying 200 marks.
The duration is 3 hours, with different time limits for each section.

IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern 2024
S. No.	Name of test	No. of Questions	Max. Marks	Medium of Examination	Time Allotted
1	Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (Section A and Section B)	45	60	English & Hindi	60 minutes
2	English Language (Section A and Section B)	35	40	English only	40 minutes
3	Data Analysis and Interpretation (Section A and Section B)	35	60	English & Hindi	45 minutes
4	General, Economy/Banking Awareness	40	40	English & Hindi	35 minutes
Total		155	200		180 minutes
English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)		02	25	English	30 minutes
Total		157	225		3 hours 30 minutes

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How To Score 35+ Marks For IBPS PO GA Section in 30 Days

Candidates applying for the post of Probationary Officer (PO)/Management Trainee (MT) and who qualified for the IBPS PO Prelims 2024 will be called for the IBPS PO Mains 2024 exam where they will be asked Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) from the General/Economy/Banking Awareness. There will be 40 MCQs for 40 marks and a sectional timing of 35 minutes will be maintained.

1. Revise through the whole syllabus, exam pattern, important topics, and cut-offs

When you have a thorough awareness of your syllabus, key concepts, exam format, marking criteria, amount of questions, and previous year’s cut-off marks, you can maximise your exam preparation. Making an efficient study schedule and preparation can make preparation easy. You should Know Each section’s weightage and the number of questions from each topic.

2. Avoid Guesswork, Penalty for Wrong Answers will be applicable

The Mains exam will still have a penalty for incorrect answers. If you mark the incorrect response, 0.25 points, or 1/4 of the total marks for that question, will be taken away from your final score. There will be no negative marking in case if you leave a question blank.

3. Solve previous years’ question papers, mock tests, and quizzes

By completing past years’ papers, you can not only have a better idea of the complexity of the questions and the level of study actually needed, but you can also analyse your strong and weak points and develop a plan for how to approach a question on the actual exam. To prepare for actual test conditions, one can set a timer and complete practice questions.

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4. Important General/Economy/Banking Awareness Topics – Must Prepare

Current Affairs

Economic News
Sports News
Business News
Important Appointments
Persons in News
News related to banks including RBI, National Banks and Pvt Banks in India
Index and Reports (National &International)
Government Schemes (Central and State)
Budget Allocations
Acquisitions and Mergers
Science & Tech
Summits and Conferences

Financial Awareness

Current Events in the Financial World
Monetary Policy
Budget
Economic Survey
Banking Reforms in India
Bank Accounts of Special Individuals
Loans
Asset Reconstruction Companies
Non-Performing Assets
Restructuring of Loans
Bad Loans
Risk Management
ACCORDS
BASEL I
BASEL II
BASEL III
Organisations – RBI, SEBI, IMF, World Bank & Others

Static GK

Banks and their HQ
List of Stadiums in India
List of Dams, Temples, UNESCO Heritage Sites in India
List of Bharat Ratna Award Winners
List of National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Bird Sanctuaries in India
Topics related to Art and Culture viz folk dance, regional dance, festivals, etc
Important Articles & Schedules in the Constitution
List of Cabinet Ministers, Chief Ministers, Governors, and CJI

5. Recommended books to prepare General/Economy/Banking Awareness for IBPS PO Mains

Books	Author
Pratiyogita Darpan (Magazines)	Pratiyogita Darpan
Manorama Yearbook	Philip Mathew
General Awareness	Manohar Panday
Banking Awareness	Arihant Experts and Disha Experts
Newspapers	The Hindu, The Indian Express, The Economic Times

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IBPS PO Vacancy 2024	IBPS PO Preparation Strategy 2024
IBPS PO Study Plan 2024

How To Score 35+ Marks For IBPS PO GA Section in 30 Days FAQ

Is it possible to score 35+ marks in the General Awareness section of IBPS PO Mains in just 30 days?

Yes, candidates learn the Strategic topics to score 35+ marks in 30 days and focus on preparation, regular revision, and tips and tricks.

What should be the main focus for scoring well in the General Awareness section?

Focus primarily on banking awareness, current affairs from the last 6 months, and static GK.

How many hours should I dedicate daily to General Awareness preparation?

Aim to dedicate 2-3 hours daily to General Awareness preparation, including reading current affairs and revising important topics.

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