IBPS PO MAINS 2022

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the IBPS PO Mains exam to recruit candidates for Probationary Officer positions in different public sector banks across India. This recruitment examination is for all Public Sector Banks except the SBI.

IBPS PO exam is conducted in three phases: (1) Preliminary (2) Mains and (3) Interview. Candidates who clear IBPS PO prelims will be eligible to appear for IBPS PO mains. Once the candidates clear the Mains, they will be called for a personal interview. Candidates who clear all three stages will be appointed as Probationary Officers. IBPS PO 2022 Mains exam is scheduled to take place on 26th November 2022. Go through the article to know all the latest updates about IBPS PO 2022.

IBPS PO Mains 2022 Exam Summary

Check out the overview of IBPS PO Mains 2022 from the table mentioned below:

IBPS PO 2022 Exam
Organisation Name	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO)/ Management Trainee (MT)
Exam Level	National Level
Application Mode	Online
Exam Mode	Online
Vacancies	6932
Salary	Rs. 52,000/- to Rs.55,000/-
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains & Interview
Education Qualification	Graduate
Age Limit	20– 30
Official Website	ibps.in

1. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) released the IBPS PO Mains 2021 final cut-off and the IBPS PO result & scorecard 2021 on April 1, 2022.
2. IBPS PO 2022 Prelims exam is tentatively scheduled for October 15, 16, and 22, 2022.

It is important for candidates to be aware of the important dates and events related to the IBPS PO Mains exam. Check the IBPS PO Mains exam dates 2022 in the following table:

Events	Important Dates (Tentative)
Release of IBPS PO Notification	01 August, 2022
IBPS PO Apply Online Start Date	02 August, 2022
IBPS PO Apply Online Last Date	22 August, 2022
Download IBPS PO Prelims Admit Card	First Week of October, 2022
IBPS PO Prelims Exam Date	15, 16 and 20 October, 2022
Declaration of IBPS PO Prelims Result	November, 2022
Release of IBPS PO Mains Admit Card	November, 2022
IBPS PO Main Exam	26 November, 2022
Declaration of IBPS PO Main Result	December 2022
Release of IBPS PO Interview Call Letter	January/February 2023
IBPS PO Interview Call Letters	January/February 2023
Provisional Allotment	April 2023

The category-wise vacancy list for IBPS PO 2022 is as follows:

Category	Vacancies
General / Unreserved	2799
OBC	1876
SC	1071
EWS	666
ST	520

Before applying for the IBPS PO exam, candidates must be aware of the complete job profile for the post of Probationary Officer. This includes details such as – role, type of work, salary structure, and key responsibilities.

IBPS PO Job Description

The IBPS PO job is considered prestigious in the banking industry and it offers many benefits to its employees. A probationary officer is trained in various tasks such as finance, billing, collection, accounting, revenue, investment, etc. They may also be asked to perform other duties such as:

• Handle customer queries 
• Manage branch activities 
• Public relations, customer service, and complaint resolution 
• Daily transactions of customers 
• Processing loan(s) details
• Bring new customers to the bank

IBPS PO Salary Structure

IBPS offers good remuneration to the POs and because of this reason many people apply for IBPS PO jobs. The basic pay of a PO is Rs. 23,700 and it also offers various allowances and perks. Candidates appearing for the Mains examination must know the IBPS PO salary structure for the post. Check the below table to know the distribution of the pay scale based on various aspects.

Particulars	Details
Basic Pay	Rs. 23,700/-
Special Allowance	Rs. 1,836.75
Dearness Allowance	Rs. 10,163.63
CCA	Rs. 870
Total Pay (Without HRA)	Rs. 36,570.38
HRA	Rs. 2,133.00
Gross Salary with HRA	Rs. 38,703.38

After the introduction of the 7th pay commission, there are many types of allowances that are added to the gross pay scale. Check the below list to know the list of allowances that are applicable for IBPS PO.

1. Dearness Allowance (DA)
2. City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
3. Travel Allowance (TA)
4. Leased House Accommodation/House Rent Allowance (HRA)
5. Loan Benefits
6. Medical Insurance
7. Travel Allowance (TA)

The IBPS PO increment increases based on the total number of experiences and performance levels of the employee in the allocated branch. The increment is in the form of a percentage. Check the below section to know the hike details depending on the percentage:

Increment Percent	Basic Pay	Total Salary
15%	Rs. 26,706/-	Rs. 37,068/-
20%	Rs. 27,866/-	Rs. 38,678/-
25%	Rs. 29,026/-	Rs. 40,288/-
30%	Rs. 30,187/-	Rs. 41,899/-

All candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to complete the application form. All the aspects of the IBPS PO eligibility criteria for 2022 recruitment are released in the detailed IBPS PO notification on an annual basis.

IBPS PO Educational Qualification Criteria

Applicants should have a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university or any equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. The candidate must have a valid marksheet / degree certificate certifying that they are a graduate, and it should mention the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation.

IBPS PO Nationality Criteria

Candidates applying for the exam must be any of the following:

1. An Indian Citizen
2. Citizen of Nepal 
3. Citizen of Bhutan 
4. Tibetan refugee who has come to India before January 01, 1952,
5. A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Zambia, Burma, Vietnam, Zaire, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania or Sri Lanka with the intention of permanent settlement in India. 

Candidates other than Indian citizens must submit an eligibility certificate issued by the Indian Government. Candidates who claim to have migrated to India without the eligibility certificate will not be considered for further process.

IBPS PO Age Criteria

Candidates must go through the IBPS PO notification and check their eligibility. Only eligible candidates must fill out the application form. Check the below section to know the eligibility criteria for IBPS PO 2022.

IBPS PO Age Limit

Candidates within the age group of 20 to 30 years can apply for IBPS PO 2022. Age relaxation is applicable as per the government rules for the reserved category candidates. Check the table given below to know the age relaxation.

Categories	Age Relaxation
SC/ ST	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years
PwBD Candidates	10 years
Ex-Servicemen	5 years
Persons affected by 1984 riots	5 years

Additional Aspects of IBPS PO Mains Eligibility

Knowledge of Computers – Since the exams are conducted online, the candidates are expected to know the basics of navigating a computer.

Language Proficiency – Verbal and written knowledge of the respective state/ UT is desirable.

IBPS PO Mains examination does not require an application form to be filled out separately. Candidates will fill out the application once during the IBPS PO Prelims examination. The application form is released only via online mode on the official website. Candidates can follow the steps below to fill out the IBPS PO online application form. 

1st Step: Go to the official website –www.ibps.in.

2nd Step: On the homepage, click on the link ‘Click here to apply Online for CRP PO/MT XI’ (Not yet released).

3rd Step: It will direct to a new page. Click on the button ‘Click here for New Registration’.

4th Step: Read the instructions on the page and click on the ‘Continue’ button.

5th Step: Enter the basic details such as Name, Mobile Number, Email ID, etc. Click on ‘Save & Next’.

6th Step: Registration number and password will be generated. The details will be sent to the candidate’s email ID and registered phone number. 

7th Step: Log in with the registration number and password. Upload the scanned copy of passport size photo, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the prescribed standards.

8th Step: Fill up the application form with personal details and educational details.

9th Step: Upload the documents as per requirement and save the details.

10th Step: Click on the online fee payment link and complete the transaction through a Debit/ Credit card or Net Banking.

11th Step: Cross-check all the details before final submission and make necessary changes if required.

12th Step: Download and take the printout for further reference.

IBPS PO Application Fee 2022

IBPS PO online application fees can be paid online. Find out the category-wise fee for IBPS PO in the table below:

Category	Application Fee
SC/ ST/ PwBD	Rs. 175/-
Other Categories	Rs. 850/-

IBPS PO Fee Payment Process 2022

IBPS PO application process will be completed only after the successful payment of the application fee. If the application fee is not acknowledged, the process will be considered incomplete. The payment of the application fee can be made online only.

1. Fill in the application form for IBPS PO and click on the ‘Make Payment’ option.
2. It will direct to a new page with options for payment methods like Credit/ Debit Card, Net Banking etc. Choose the payment mode depending on convenience.
3. Enter all the mandatory fields and make the payment. Wait patiently till the process completes, and do not refresh the page.
4. A payment acknowledgement will be generated. Take a printout of the same for further reference.
5. Note: If candidates do not receive the acknowledgement, they will have to repeat the payment process.

IBPS PO Application Form 2022: Important Guidelines

Here are important guidelines for the IBPS PO application process:

1. Provide correct information in all the mandatory fields of the application form. The correction window will not be available after the final submission of the application form.
2. Choose the bank from the participating banks, and fill in the relevant information during the application process only. This information must be filled in during the application process only.
3. Candidates can also choose the pre-exam training while filling out the application form.
4. To successfully complete the application form, candidates must fill all the mandatory fields correctly, upload all the required documents, and make the online application payment.
5. Candidates have to save their registration number and password for future reference.
6. Upload a recent passport-size photo with a light blue coloured background.
7. The signature of the applicant must be scanned and uploaded.
8. Candidates must upload a scanned copy of their left thumb impression. Applications without a clear thumb impression will be rejected.
9. The self-declaration form must be handwritten in English only.
10. A separate admit card will be generated for each stage, i.e. pre-exam training, mains and interview process as per the exam schedule.
11. The candidate’s signature during the time of the exam must match the signature on the application form. Otherwise, the candidate will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

Find the list of examination centres by clicking on the link given below:

Check IBPS PO Exam Centres List Here

A candidate must clear the Prelims, Mains, and the interview stage of the IBPS PO exam to get their name on the merit list.

IBPS PO Exam 2022 Pattern Details – Scoring pattern (+/- Marking)

Let us look at the IBPS PO Prelims exam analysis and pattern in detail:

Name of the Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Language	Time Duration
English Language	30	30	English	20 mins
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	English & Hindi	20 mins
Reasoning Ability	35	35	English & Hindi	20 mins
Total	100	100		60 mins

Note:

1) Candidates have to clear sectional and overall cut-off to clear the preliminary examination.

2) 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.

Let us look at the IBPS PO Mains exam analysis and pattern in detail:

Name of the Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Language	Time Duration
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	45	60	English & Hindi	60 mins
General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness	40	40	English & Hindi	35 mins
English Language	35	40	English	40 mins
Data Analysis & Interpretation	35	60	English & Hindi	45 mins
Total	155	200		180 mins

Note:

1) There will be a deduction of ¼ or 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. If a question is unattempted, then there will be no deduction.

2) Questions will be both objective and descriptive in nature.

Name of the Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Language	Time Duration
English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)	2	25	English	30 mins

Note: While answering the descriptive questions, candidates must focus on the grammar section.

IBPS PO Selection Process 2022

Those who qualify in the IBPS PO Prelims will be eligible to appear for the IBPS PO Mains exam. The marks obtained in the Prelims will not be taken into account when preparing the final merit list. Candidates have to clear both sectional and overall cut-offs to clear the preliminary examination.

Candidates clearing the Mains will be notified about the interview process and dates. They must note that their final selection will be based on their performance in the Mains and the interview.

In order to excel in the IBPS PO 2022 exam, it is important to know the IBPS PO 2022 syllabus in detail. The syllabus is different for IBPS PO Mains and Preliminary exams. Let’s have a look at the syllabus for both the IBPS PO Preliminary and Mains exams:

Syllabus for IBPS PO Prelims Exam 2022

The IBPS PO Prelims exam consists of three major sections, namely Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Candidates must clear the IBPS PO Prelims to appear for the Mains exam. The syllabus for the IBPS PO Prelims includes the following topics under different sections:

English Language Syllabus	Quantitative Ability Syllabus	Reasoning Syllabus
Reading Comprehension	Simplification	Logical Reasoning
Cloze Test	Profit & Loss	Alphanumeric Series
Para jumbles	Mixtures & Allegations	Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test
Miscellaneous	Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices	Data Sufficiency
Fill in the blanks	Work & Time	Coded Inequalities
Multiple Meaning/Error Spotting	Time & Distance	Seating Arrangement
Paragraph Completion	Mensuration – Cylinder, Cone, Sphere	Puzzle
Data Interpretation	Tabulation
Ratio & Proportion, Percentage	Syllogism
Number Systems	Blood Relations
Sequence & Series	Input-Output
Permutation, Combination & Probability	Coding-Decoding

Syllabus for IBPS PO Mains Exam 2022

Probationary Officer candidates must qualify for the IBPS PO Mains exam to be considered for the post. The IBPS PO Mains scorecard carries the maximum weightage in the final selection process. Let us look at the syllabus in detail.

Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus	General Awareness Syllabus	English Language Syllabus
Reasoning	Simplification	Financial Awareness	Reading Comprehension
Verbal Reasoning	Average	Current Affairs	Vocabulary
Syllogism	Percentage	General Knowledge	Grammar
Circular Seating Arrangement	Ratio and Percentage	Static Awareness	Verbal Ability
Linear Seating Arrangement	Data Interpretation
Double Lineup	Mensuration and Geometry
Scheduling	Quadratic Equations
Input-Output	Interest
Blood Relations	Problems of Ages
Directions and Distances	Profit and Loss
Ordering and Ranking	Number Series
Data Sufficiency	Speed, Distance and Time
Coding and Decoding	Time and Work
Code Inequalities	Number System
Computer Awareness	Data Sufficiency
Internet	Linear Equation
Memory	Permutation and Combination
Keyboard Shortcuts	Probability
Computer Abbreviation	Mixture and Alligations
Microsoft Office
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Operating System
Networking
Computer Fundamentals/ Terminologies

IBPS PO Interview 2022

• Candidates who will qualify for the IBPS PO Mains exam will be called for an interview. Personal interviews carry a weightage of 100 marks, and candidates must score at least 40% to qualify.
• During the interview, candidates will be asked questions about current affairs, basic economics, banking and general knowledge

The IBPS PO exam is very competitive in nature, which is why candidates should start preparing for the exam as early as possible. However, it is ideal to prepare and stick to a study plan before starting preparation. Some critical preparation tips and exam-taking strategy for the IBPS PO Mains exam has been included here.

IBPS PO Main Admit Card 2022

The board releases the admit cards at each stage of the selection process. Below are the steps for downloading the IBPS PO admit card:

Admit Card Release Date 2022

The IBPS releases the PO admit card on its official website. The IBPS PO Mains exam will tentatively be conducted on November 26, 2022, and the admit card will be available for download in the first week of November 2022. Candidates should keep checking the official website for updates. The IBPS PO admit card is a mandatory document to enter the exam centre. So, candidates have to make sure that they download the IBPS PO hall ticket and information handout soon before the last date.

Check the below steps to download the hall ticket of IBPS PO:

Step 1: Visit the official website of IBPS at ibps.in

Step 2: Click the link to ‘Download the online exam call letter for CRP PO/MT-XI’.

Step 3: Enter the Registration Number/Roll Number, Password/Date of Birth and enter the captcha as per the given image in the appropriate fields.

Step 4: Click on the Login button.

Step 5: The IBPS PO admit card will be displayed on the screen. Check the details mentioned, download, and take a few printouts for future reference.

After downloading, candidates must go through all the details mentioned on the hall ticket. The details must match the information filled in the application form. In case of any discrepancy, candidates must bring it to the notice of the officials and get it rectified.

IBPS PO Mains Answer Key 2022

Candidates should note that IBPS does not release the official answer key for the PO Mains exam. However, candidates can check the unofficial answer key prepared by subject matter experts here, after IBPS conducts the exam. The IBPS PO answer key contains the correct answer for all the questions asked in the exam. Therefore, candidates can tentatively calculate marks by matching their marked answers with the correct answer given. 

IBPS PO Mains Result 2022

Once the IBPS PO Mains exam is completed, authorities at IBPS release the IBPS PO Mains result via the official website. Candidates will know if they have passed the IBPS PO Mains exam and are eligible for the interview round by checking the IBPS PO Mains result.

IBPS PO Result Declaration 2022

The IBPS PO Mains 2022 will be conducted on 26th November 2022 followed by a personal interview. Personal interviews are not yet scheduled but are expected to take place in January/February 2023. 

Candidates can view their IBPS PO Mains score card by logging in to the official website at ibps.in with their Registration Number and Date of Birth or Password. The IBPS PO Mains result will be declared in all the stages separately and candidates must check them online on the official site. 

IBPS PO Mains Scorecard 2022

Check the steps below to know how to download the IBPS PO scorecard 2022. 

• Step 1: Visit the official website at ibps.in. 
• Step 2: On the homepage, click on the IBPS PO Mains scorecard link. 
• Step 3: A login page will appear. Enter the Registration Number and Password. 
• Step 4: The status of the IBPS PO scorecard will appear on the screen. 
• Step 5: Check all the details, download and take a printout of the same for future reference.

Details Mentioned on IBPS PO Mains Scorecard

The scorecard of the IBPS PO will be released on the official page after the announcement of the result. Candidates will get the IBPS PO Mains score card only after they clear the interview round. The details mentioned on the scorecard are as below.

1. Candidate’s Name
2. Registration Number
3. Roll Number
4. Exam Date
5. Category
6. IBPS PO Cut-off Marks
7. Maximum, Overall and Section-wise Score
8. Marks Obtained
9. Date of Examination
10. Exam Details

IBPS PO Mains Cut-off 2022

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Board will announce the cut-off scores for IBPS PO 2022 exam for all three stages: Prelims, Mains, and provisional allotment. The cut-off scores will be sectional and overall for IBPS PO.

IBPS PO Previous Year Cut-off

Candidates can expect the IBPS PO cut-off to be released soon after the exam. Considering the previous year’s cut-off, we have prepared the following table showing the expected cut-off scores for IBPS PO Mains 2022. Check category-wise expected cut-off here:

Category	IBPS PO Expected Cut-off
General	71-76
OBC/ EWS	71-76
SC	51-56
ST	30-40

Candidates can expect the section-wise cut-off and other details only after the actual exam is over. Candidates can also check the previous year’s cut-offs in the tables below.

IBPS PO Mains Category-wise Cut-off 2020-21

Category	Cut-off Marks
General	83.5
EWS	75.75
OBC	78.63
SC	66.38
ST	52.25
HI	38.25
OC	61.25
VI	84.88
ID	53

IBPS PO Mains Section-wise Cut-off 2020-21

Subject	Maximum Marks	Cut-off (General/ EWS)	Cut-off (SC/ST/ OBC/PwD)
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude	60	6	3.75
English Language	40	11.75	8.5
Data Analysis and Interpretation	60	8.75	5.75
General Economy & Banking Awareness	40	9.75	6.25
English Language (Descriptive)	25	10	8.75

IBPS PO Final Cut-off 2020-21

The IBPS PO 2020-21 final cut-off was released on April 1, 2021, along with the result. The final cut-off was calculated based on the Mains and Personal interview process. Check the table below to know the final combined cut-off.

Category	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	OC	VI	HI	ID
Maximum Scores	62.98	55.82	52.2	52.11	52.4	53.78	64.16	42.16	54.31
Minimum Scores	47.89	43.96	39.73	35.56	42.98	38.84	45.89	27.2	28.44

Candidates might be having many questions regarding the IBPS PO 2022 Mains Exam. Here are a few commonly asked questions and answers.

Q1. When will the IBPS PO Mains 2022 be conducted?

Ans: The IBPS PO Mains 2022 will be conducted on November 26, 2022.

Q2. Has the IBPS PO 2022 notification been released?

Ans: The notification for IBPS PO 2022 has been released on the official website on 1st August 2022.

Q3. What are the eligibility criteria to apply for IBPS PO?

Ans: Candidates who have completed their graduation from a recognised University and meet the age limit can apply for IBPS PO.

Q4. What is the selection process for IBPS PO 2022-23?

Ans: Applicants will have to clear three stages for IBPS PO 2022-23, i.e. Prelims, Mains, and the Personal Interview to be selected for the post of Probationary Officer.

Q5. Is there a sectional cut-off in IBPS PO 2022 exam?

Ans: Yes, there is a sectional as well as an overall cut-off in IBPS PO 2022 exam.

Q6. How many shifts are there in IBPS PO?

Ans: IBPS PO exam is conducted in four shifts – 9 am to 10 am, 11.30 am to 12.30 pm, 2 pm to 3 pm, and 4 pm to 5 pm.

Q7. Is there any negative marking for IBPS PO 2022 exam?

Ans: Yes, there will be a deduction of 1/4th of the marks for every wrong answer.

Q8. What is the process for making final appointments of candidates in the IBPS PO recruitment?

Ans: The IBPS PO considers the score of the Mains examination and the score obtained in the interview round to select the candidate for the provisional allotment.

Q9. What is the salary of an IBPS Probationary Officer?

Ans: The basic pay for candidates selected as Probationary officers is INR 23,700.