IBPS PO: 30 Days Study Plan (Mains & Prelims)

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Introduction

Preparing for the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) Probationary Officer (PO) exam requires a structured and focused approach. With only 30 days to go, it’s crucial to devise an efficient study plan that covers all the essential topics and allows you to make the most of your preparation time. In this blog, we will guide you through a step-by-step 30-day study plan to help you ace the IBPS PO exam with confidence.

IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2023

IBPS PO prelims exam 2023 will be conducted in online mode with 3 sections i.e. English language, logical reasoning, and quantitative aptitude. Only objective types of questions are asked. For each correct answer, 1 mark will be allotted and for an incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted. Candidates have to clear both the sectional and overall cutoff to clear the preliminary examination.

Section	Total no. of Questions	Total marks	Time Duration
English language	30	30	20 Minutes
Logical reasoning	35	35	20 Minutes
Quantitative aptitude	35	35	20 Minutes
Total	100	100	60 Minutes

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IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern 2023

Candidates who have cleared prelims exams are eligible to appear for main exams and for the final selection i.e. Interview round. Similar to prelims exams, the correct answer contains 1 mark and for the wrong answer, 0.25 will be deducted. This exam will have both objective and descriptive questions.

Section	Total no. of Questions	Total Marks	Time Duration
English language	35	40	40 Minutes
English (Essay & letter writing)	2	25	30 Minutes
General Awareness	40	40	35 Minutes
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	45	60	60 Minutes
Data Interpretation & Analysis	35	60	45 Minutes
Total	157	225	3 Hours 30 Minutes

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Day	Computer Aptitude & Reasoning	General / Economy / Banking Awareness	Data Interpretation and Analysis	English Language	English (Letter Writing and Essay)
Time	2 hrs	2 hrs	2 hrs	2 hrs	1 hr
1	Alphabet, Blood relation	Economics- Concepts of Demand and Supply	Number Series, Number System	Grammar (Noun)	Read Newspapers daily to stay updated with the Essay topics usually revolving around
2	Calendar, Cause, and Effect	Current Affairs	Interest, Mixture, and Alligation	Grammar (Pronoun)	Read Essays and Letter Topics for IBPS PO mains
3	Clock, Coding, and decoding	Economics- General Terms	Partnership, Percentages	Grammar (Subject-verb-Agreement)	Informal Letter practice
4	Data sufficiency, Decision making	Current Affairs	Pipe and Cistern, Profit and Loss	Grammar (Tense)	Formal, Letter practice
5	Direction distance reasoning	Basic financial awareness	Algebra, Algebraic identities	Grammar (Adjective)	Essay Practice
6	Microsoft Office, Computer Network	HistoryPolity	Algebraic Equations, Linear equations in one variable	Grammar (Articles)	Essay Practice
7	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series
8	Computer Fundamentals, Input, and Output Devices	Current Affairs- Last 6 months	Speed, Time and Distance, Time and Work	Filler	Read Essay books
9	Logical reasoning puzzles, Seating arrangement	Environment	Circles, Triangles	Sentence Correction	Practice an essay for the given topic-   How has the Corona Virus Pandemic impacted the banking sector?
10	Statement and argument, Statement and assumption	Sports	Trigonometry	Error in Sentence	Informal Letter practice
11	Components of Computer, Computer Storage Devices	Financial Awareness	Data Interpretation	Synonyms	Formal Letter practice
12	Syllogism	Static Awareness	Sets, Probability	Antonyms	Practice an essay for the given topic – How has the economy recovered from the 2020 recession following the pandemic?
13	Analogy	Scientific Research	Geometry	Spelling	Practice an essay for the given topic – Why is the NPA of the Indian banks increasing?
14	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series
15	Number series	Physics, Chemistry	Bar Graph, Line graph	One word	Informal Letter practice
16	Venn diagram	Rhombus, Trapezium	Idioms & Phrases	Fill in the Blanks	Formal Letter practice
17	Classification	Geography, Biology	3D Geometry	Cloze Test	Practice an essay for the given topic – Why is the Indian agricultural economy distressed?
18	Order and word formation, Cubes and dice reasoning	Current Affairs: Last 6 Months	Mensuration	Reading Comprehension	Practice an essay for the given topic – What are some post-pandemic trends in the Indian banking sector?
19	Logical reasoning	Important terms used in the banking sector	Rectangle, Cube & Cuboid	Reading Comprehension	Informal Letter practice
20	Internet, OSI Model	Current Affairs: Last 6 Months	Cone, Cylinder	Reading Comprehension	Formal Letter practice
21	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series
22	Nonverbal reasoning	True/False	Matrices, Lines	Prefix Suffix	Informal Letter practice
23	Verbal reasoning	Current Affairs: Last 6 Months	Statistics	Para Jumbles	Formal Letter practice
24	Critical Reasoning	India and its neighboring countries	Data Interpretation	Para Jumbles	Practice an essay for any given topic of your choice
25	Critical reasoning	Indian Constitution	Data Sufficiency	Conjunction	Practice an essay for any given topic of your choice
26	Analytical reasoning	Defense-related Award	Height and DistanceQuadratic equation	Direct & Indirect Speech	Informal Letter practice
27	Analytical reasoning	Current Affairs: Last 6 Months	Mean, median & mode	Gerund, Infinitive, and Participle	Formal Letter practice
28	Arithmetic reasoning	Statements	Sphere, Hemisphere	Para Fillers	Practice an essay for the given topic – How will fintech affect banking?
29	IBPS PO Previous Year Question or Mock Test	Previous Year Question or Mock Test	Previous Year Question or Mock Test	Previous Year Question or Mock Test	Previous Year Question or Mock Test
30	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Question or IBPS PO Mock Test	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series	Previous Year Paper or Test Series

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Additional Tips for Success:

• Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge.
• Read newspapers and magazines regularly to improve your awareness.
• Join online study groups or forums to discuss doubts and gain insights.
• Stay positive and motivated throughout your preparation journey.

Conclusion

With a well-structured 30-day study plan, you can confidently approach the IBPS PO exam and increase your chances of success. Remember that consistent effort, focused study sessions, and strategic preparation are the keys to achieving your goal. Stay determined, believe in yourself, and you’ll be well on your way to becoming a successful IBPS PO!

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