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IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2026

Section-wise marks · Negative marking · Time limit · Selection process

Mains

155Q · 120 min
155
Total Questions
200
Total Marks
120 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
General Awareness
4040—
English Language
4040—
Logical Reasoning
4040—
Quantitative Aptitude
3535—
Total155200120 min

Prelims

100Q · 60 min
100
Total Questions
100
Total Marks
60 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
English Language
3030—
Quantitative Aptitude
3535—
Logical Reasoning
3535—
Total10010060 min

Selection Process

1
Mains
155 Questions · 200 Marks · 120 min
2
Prelims
100 Questions · 100 Marks · 60 min
✓
Final Selection
Merit list based on combined performance

Pattern Insights — What Toppers Know

Attempt Strategy
With 120 minutes for 155 questions, you have ~46 seconds per question. Skip and return.
Negative Marking
+1/-0.25 (Prelims). Do not guess randomly — attempt only when you can eliminate 2+ options.
Section Focus
All 4 sections carry equal weightage. Don't ignore any section.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are in IBPS Clerk 2026?+
IBPS Clerk Stage 1 has 155 questions for 200 marks in 120 minutes.
Is there negative marking in IBPS Clerk?+
Yes. The marking scheme is +1/-0.25 (Prelims). Attempt a question only when reasonably confident.
How many stages are in IBPS Clerk selection process?+
IBPS Clerk has 2 stages in the selection process. You must clear each stage to proceed to the next.