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    Bank Exams (IBPS/SBI) Exam Pattern 2026

    Bank Exams (IBPS/SBI) paper structure, sections, mode, duration and marking. Verified against IBPS and State Bank of India sources on 23 September 2026.

    Last checked 23 September 2026Official recruitment notices

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    Paper structure and marking

    Sectional cut-offs mean a brilliant maths score cannot rescue a failed English section. Balance beats specialisation in banking exams.

    SectionQuestion typeMarksNotes
    Quantitative AptitudeObjective MCQs+1 / −0.25Data Interpretation sets carry the most marks
    Reasoning AbilityObjective MCQs+1 / −0.25Puzzles and seating arrangement dominate
    English LanguageObjective MCQs+1 / −0.25Reading comprehension plus error spotting
    General AwarenessObjective MCQs+1 / −0.25Banking and financial awareness heavy
    Computer KnowledgeObjective MCQs+1 / −0.25Short syllabus, high return
    Mode
    Computer-based test with sectional timing in the real exam
    Practice duration
    MockPrep test: 25 questions, exam-paced timer
    Marking
    +1 for a correct answer, −0.25 for an incorrect answer, 0 if left unattempted

    Source and interpretation note

    This family covers multiple recruitments. Read the exact IBPS or SBI advertisement for the post being attempted.

    Official authority: IBPS and State Bank of India. Last verified: 23 September 2026.

    Turn the guide into practice

    Use a timed Bank Exams (IBPS/SBI) test, then review the section and topic breakdown.