New Question Types in RBI Grade B Phase 1 English Section

The English Language section plays a very important role in the RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam. This section consists of 30 questions. This can be a turning point in maximizing your English score, and with it your overall score. Now, as a new aspirant, this question must be arising in your mind, ”What kinds of new questions can be asked in this section?” Broadly speaking, this part judges your reading comprehension, your grammar skills, your vocabulary power, and your understanding of the language and its usage. But the thing to note is that in recent exams, some new types of English topics have been appearing. In the questions of these topics, there is more focus on concepts, and they are more skill-based. Through these changes, along with the candidate’s reading ability, their interpretation and logical thinking skills are also tested. In this blog, we’ll discuss short yet smart and practical tips to score such questions accurately.

Tips to Master New English Topics in RBI Grade B

Many students find the English section hard. All because they don’t understand the basics. Plus, they don’t practice every day. So, some new topics may look confusing at first. This can make them feel worried. But if they follow a simple plan, they learn everything, step by step, to master the English section. The secret to success in this phase is starting the preparation in the right way, that is, starting with easy grammar rules and simple words. Read, write, and solve questions daily. This exercise will make you better and faster. But you need to follow the practical tips along with daily practice. Slowly, your confidence and marks will improve.

Follow the tips below to increase your chances of success like never before:

1. Understand the Pattern and New Question Types

First, you must understand what the new changes are in the English section, and how they are different from the old question patterns.

Here’s what you need to do:

• Check the official syllabus and recent updates.
• pay heed to the questions based on tone and intent.
• Practice inference-based RCs and para summaries.
• Look for pattern changes in previous year papers.
• Update your prep material regularly.

2. Improve Vocabulary with Context

New topics give more importance to vocabulary used in context rather than just remembering word meanings.

So you need to:

• Learn words through reading articles and editorials.
• Focus on synonyms and antonyms in use.
• Understand word usage in different tones.
• Practice cloze tests and word fillers.
• Maintain a personal word journal.

3. Practice Reading Comprehension Daily

RCs are now longer and logic-based. So, you have to be well informed and bring reasoning to your writing style, and whenever you read a passage, pay attention to its mood, its motive, and the writer’s opinion.

You should, therefore:

• Read newspapers and magazines regularly.
• Summarize paragraphs in your own words.
• Focus on identifying the main theme.
• Learn to interpret tone, intent, and the author’s viewpoint
• Use a timer to improve speed.

4. Master New Types of Para-Based Questions

You need to get ready to face more questions like paragraph completion, finding the odd sentence, and joining sentences with the right connectors.

Here’s how you should master such question types:

• Learn the flow of ideas in a paragraph.
• Practice connecting sentences logically.
• Spot breaks in the logical flow of the given paragraph.
• Read sample solutions carefully.
• Attempt sectional tests regularly.

5. Keep Taking RBI Grade B 2025 Mock Tests

Keep in mind, application-based learning is the new trend. So, you must:

• Practice RBI Grade B 2025 Mock Tests Regularly.
• Analyse errors and weak areas.
• Focus on concept-based question solving.
• Track your progress weekly.
• Create real exam-like settings whenever you prepare or revise.

Takeaway

To prepare for Phase 1 English, it is important that you keep an eye on the changing trends. That is, which new English topics are now appearing, as we have discussed above with examples. And keep making adjustments in your preparation accordingly. Because when you become a regular reader, and keep practicing questions smartly (through mock tests), then you will also gain a deep understanding of the pattern of new types of questions. After that, you will be fully ready to deal with any topic of the English section. Just have full faith in your preparation and keep practicing consistently.

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