IBPS RRB PO Pre Mock Tests (CRP RRBs XIV)

IBPS RRB PO (Officer Scale-I) CRP RRBs XIV — Overview

The IBPS RRB PO exam recruits Probationary Officers for Regional Rural Banks under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for RRBs XIV. The selection involves a Prelims exam (qualifying), a Mains exam (merit), and a common interview coordinated by Nodal RRBs with assistance from NABARD and IBPS.

Important Dates for CRP RRBs XIV

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: A citizen of India or as specified in the official notification.
• Age Limit (as on 01.09.2025): Above 18 years and below 30 years. Candidates must not have been born earlier than 02.09.1995 and later than 01.09.2007 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxations apply for SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs), PwBD (10 yrs), and Ex-Servicemen.
• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent. Preference is given to degrees in Agriculture, IT, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy.
• Local Language Proficiency: Candidates must have proficiency in the local language of the State/UT for which they are applying.

Exam Pattern (Prelims)

The Prelims exam is an objective test comprising two sections: Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. It is conducted bilingually (Hindi and English). Candidates must secure minimum cut-off marks in each section to be shortlisted for Mains.

Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer marked in the objective tests. If a question is left blank, no penalty is applied.

Detailed Syllabus (Key Topics)

Reasoning Ability

• Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
• Syllogism, Data Sufficiency
• Coding-Decoding, Inequalities
• Alphanumeric Series, Blood Relations, Direction Sense

Quantitative Aptitude

• Number Series, Simplification/Approximation
• Data Interpretation (DI)
• Arithmetic: Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, SI & CI

Selection Process

1. Prelims (Qualifying): Objective test. Marks obtained are not counted for final merit.
2. Mains (Merit): Objective test of 200 marks. The score determines shortlisting for the interview.
3. Interview: Total 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). The relative weightage (ratio) of Online Main Examination and Interview is 80:20.
4. Provisional Allotment: Done based on merit-cum-preference for the RRBs of the State/UT applied for.

How to Apply

1. Read the official CRP RRBs XIV notification on the IBPS website.
2. Register and fill out the online application form on the IBPS portal between 01.09.2025 and 21.09.2025.
3. Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration, 10th Certificate, etc.).
4. Pay the application fee online. Fees: Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and Rs. 850/- for all others.
5. Submit and download the confirmation page. Keep payment proof until the selection process completes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the difference between Prelims and Mains?

Prelims is qualifying and screens candidates for Mains. The Mains exam (along with the Interview where applicable) prepares the final merit list.

Q2. Is there a negative marking?

Yes, a penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for each incorrect answer. Unattempted questions carry no penalty.

Q3. What is the application fee for IBPS RRB PO 2025?

The application fee is Rs. 175/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and Rs. 850/- for all other categories. Bank transaction charges must be borne by the candidate.

Q4. Where to find the official notification?

The official IBPS website (www.ibps.in) publishes the notification, schedule, and application link for every cycle.