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IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern 2026

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

Mains

200Q · 120 min
200
Total Questions
200
Total Marks
120 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
Logical Reasoning
4040—
Quantitative Aptitude
4040—
General Awareness
4040—
English Language
4040—
Computer Aptitude
4040—
Total200200120 min

Prelims

80Q · 45 min
80
Total Questions
80
Total Marks
45 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
Logical Reasoning
4040—
Quantitative Aptitude
4040—
Total808045 min

Selection Process

1
Mains
200 Questions · 200 Marks · 120 min
2
Prelims
80 Questions · 80 Marks · 45 min
✓
Final Selection
Merit list based on combined performance

Pattern Insights — What Toppers Know

Attempt Strategy
With 120 minutes for 200 questions, you have ~36 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 5 sections carry equal weightage. Don't ignore any section.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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