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LIC ADO Exam Pattern 2026

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

Mains

160Q · 120 min
160
Total Questions
200
Total Marks
120 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
Logical Reasoning
3030—
Quantitative Aptitude
3030—
General Awareness
3030—
English Language
2020—
Banking & Financial Awareness
5050—
Total160200120 min

Prelims

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

Selection Process

1
Mains
160 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 160 questions, you have ~45 seconds per question. Skip and return.
Negative Marking
+1/-0.25. 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 LIC ADO 2026?+
LIC ADO Stage 1 has 160 questions for 200 marks in 120 minutes.
Is there negative marking in LIC ADO?+
Yes. The marking scheme is +1/-0.25. Attempt a question only when reasonably confident.
How many stages are in LIC ADO selection process?+
LIC ADO has 2 stages in the selection process. You must clear each stage to proceed to the next.