IBPS PO Syllabus 2026 – Prelims & Mains Subject-wise Topics

✅ Last Updated: May 2026

IBPS PO 2026 Syllabus covers topics for both Preliminary and Main examinations. The Prelims tests English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. The Mains exam adds General/Economy/Banking Awareness and Computer Knowledge. Candidates must prepare all sections thoroughly as sectional cut-offs apply.

📊IBPS PO CRP XVI 2026 — Highlights

Conducting Body	IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection)
Exam Name	CRP PO/MT XVI 2026
Prelims Pattern	100 Qs \| 100 Marks \| 60 Minutes
Mains Pattern	155 Qs (Obj) + 2 Descriptive \| 200 + 25 Marks \| 3 Hrs 30 Min
Negative Marking	0.25 marks per wrong answer
Selection Process	Prelims → Mains → Interview
Qualification	Any Graduate
Official Website	ibps.in

🗂️Exam Pattern 2026

Exam Tier / Stage	Mode	Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration	Negative
Prelims	Online CBT	English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability	100	100	60 min (20 min/section)	-0.25
Mains (Obj)	Online CBT	Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General/Economy/Banking Awareness	155	200	3 hrs	-0.25
Mains (Descriptive)	Online (Typing)	English Language (Letter Writing + Essay)	2	25	30 min	None

📚Subject-wise Detailed Syllabus

Click on any subject to expand and view all topics. All topics are as per the official notification.

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English Language

Tests reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills.

9 Topics

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Reading Comprehension (RC Passages) Cloze Test / Fill in the Blanks Para Jumbles / Sentence Rearrangement Error Detection / Spotting Phrase Replacement / Sentence Improvement Word Usage / Vocabulary Fillers (Single / Double) Column-based Connectors Paragraph Completion / Inference

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Quantitative Aptitude

Tests numerical ability, data interpretation and arithmetic.

12 Topics

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Number Series Simplification & Approximation Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar/Line/Pie Charts, Caselet) Quadratic Equations Percentage, Profit & Loss, Discount Simple Interest & Compound Interest Time & Work, Pipes & Cisterns Time, Speed & Distance Ratio, Proportion & Partnership Mixtures & Allegations Permutation, Combination & Probability Mensuration (2D & 3D)

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Reasoning Ability

Tests logical thinking, puzzles, seating arrangements and analytical skills.

12 Topics

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Puzzles (Linear, Circular, Box-based, Floor-based) Seating Arrangement (Linear, Circular, Rectangular) Syllogism Inequality (Mathematical & Coded) Blood Relations Direction & Distance Coding-Decoding Input-Output Data Sufficiency Logical Reasoning (Cause & Effect, Statements) Order & Ranking Alphanumeric Series

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General/Economy/Banking Awareness

Tests current affairs, banking and financial awareness. (Mains only)

10 Topics

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Banking & Financial Awareness (RBI, SEBI, NABARD functions) Current Affairs – National & International (Last 6 months) Government Schemes & Policies Budget & Economic Survey Highlights International Organizations (IMF, WB, ADB, AIIB) Capital Markets & Insurance Financial Terms & Abbreviations Indian Economy – GDP, Inflation, Fiscal Policy Sports, Awards & Honours Books, Authors & Obituaries

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Computer Knowledge

Tests basic computer concepts. Part of Mains Reasoning & Computer Aptitude section.

9 Topics

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Computer Hardware & Software Basics Operating System (Windows, Linux basics) MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Internet & Networking Basics Keyboard Shortcuts Database Management Basics Computer Abbreviations (RAM, ROM, CPU, URL etc.) Cybersecurity Basics Number Systems (Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal)

📅Important Dates

Notification Released

Jan 2026
Application Closed

Feb 2026
Prelims Admit Card

Jun 2026
Prelims Exam (Expected)

Jul 2026
Prelims Result

Aug 2026
Mains Exam (Expected)

Sep 2026
Interview (Expected)

Nov 2026

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a separate syllabus for IBPS PO Prelims and Mains? ▼

Yes. Prelims has 3 sections (English, Quant, Reasoning). Mains adds GA/Banking Awareness, Computer Knowledge, and a Descriptive Paper.

How many questions are in IBPS PO Mains? ▼

Mains has 155 objective questions (200 marks, 3 hrs) plus a 25-mark descriptive paper (letter + essay, 30 min).

Is there sectional cut-off in IBPS PO? ▼

Yes. Both Prelims and Mains have sectional cut-offs. Candidates must clear each section individually.

Which books are best for IBPS PO preparation? ▼

For Quant: Arun Sharma or RS Aggarwal. For Reasoning: MK Pandey. For English: Wren & Martin + practice sets. For GA: Monthly current affairs magazines.

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