Letter writing is an intrinsic part of descriptive writing in the IBPS PO Mains exam. It comprises one Letter writing and one essay writing test carrying a total of 25 marks. Descriptive writing is a scoring part of the IBPS PO Exam, where you have to prove your writing skills. The marks that you secure in the descriptive writing section are added to the Mains objective paper marks to calculate the overall mains cut-off marks.
And as the IBPS PO exams are not far away from us, you need to ace this part to gulp maximum marks. And to help you with it, we have brought you some tips that can help you in achieving that aim.
But before we discuss the tips, let us throw some light on the Mains exam pattern:
Sr. No. | Name of test | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Medium of Examination | Time Allotted |
1 | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | English & Hindi | 60 minutes |
2 | English Language | 35 | 40 | English only | 40 minutes |
3 | Data Analysis and Interpretation | 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) | 2 | 25 | English | 30 minutes |
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There are mainly two types of letters asked in exams:
Formal Letter: Written in official and non-personal capacity.Written to authorities, dignitaries, bureaucratic bodies, news editors, bank managers, etc
Informal Letter: Informal letters are personal and are written to personal contacts, family, friends, relatives, siblings, etc
Tips for Formal Letter-IBPS PO exam
Tips for Informal Letter-IBPS PO Exam
You need to differentiate between a formal and an informal letter. For instance, writing a letter to the teacher or principal asking for leave is a formal letter, whereas writing a letter to invite a friend or even the principal to a party at your home would be an informal letter.
Here are some points you need to keep in mind before and while writing a letter:
Given below are a few important and latest topics that you can practice:
Topics for Formal Letters
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Topics for Informal letters
Note: These topics will give you an idea about what sort of letters you will face in the upcoming IBPS PO Exam. Also, read the newspaper daily to be aware of the latest news. By practicing the topics given above and reading the newspaper on daily basis, you will be well-prepared to deal with any topic new topic in the upcoming IBPS PO exam 2021.
Q: When IBPS PO 2021 admit card will be released?
A: IBPS PO admit card is released separately for prelims, mains, and interviews. The admit card is released 1 week before the exam. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website of IBPS by logging with registration number/roll number/date of birth/password.
Q: Is there any age bar to apply for IBPS PO?
A: Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years to apply for the IBPS PO exam. Age relaxation of five, three, and ten years is given to SC/ ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), and PwD candidates, respectively.
Q: What details will be released in the IBPS PO notification?
A: IBPS PO notification will consist of the details about the exam such as exam date, eligibility criteria, pattern, syllabus, result declaration criteria, etc.
Q: When IBPS PO prelims and mains exams will be conducted?
A: IBPS PO 2021 prelims exam and mains exam dates will be announced along with the notification soon.
Q: When will the IBPS PO application form 2021 be released?
A: IBPS PO 2021 application form will be released soon. Interested candidates can fill the application form online within the prescribed deadline.
Q: For which post, IBPS PO recruitment notification is released?
A: IBPS PO recruitment is conducted to select candidates for the post of Probationary Officers/Management Trainee in 11 public sector banks.
Q: How many IBPS PO vacancies are released every year?
A: The number of IBPS PO vacancies varies every year. In 2020, 4977 vacancies were announced for the IBPS PO exam. The total no. of Vacancies for the year 2021 is not yet released for IBPS PO.
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