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IBPS PO Exam Pattern 2026

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

Mains

145Q · 160 min
145
Total Questions
200
Total Marks
160 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
Logical Reasoning
4040—
English Language
3535—
Quantitative Aptitude
3535—
General Awareness
3535—
Total145200160 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
145 Questions · 200 Marks · 160 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 160 minutes for 145 questions, you have ~66 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 PO 2026?+
IBPS PO Stage 1 has 145 questions for 200 marks in 160 minutes.
Is there negative marking in IBPS PO?+
Yes. The marking scheme is +1/-0.25 (Prelims). Attempt a question only when reasonably confident.
How many stages are in IBPS PO selection process?+
IBPS PO has 2 stages in the selection process. You must clear each stage to proceed to the next.