Hi, Query keepers!
This is the place where you can find the solution of all your queries and questions regarding IBPS Recruitment Exams.
As we have observed that many of the aspirants who are willing to appear in any banking exams are not clear about the basic things like –
Eligibility Criteria and Exam Pattern
Online Application Form
Admit Card and Call Letters
Exam Date and Notification
Result and Cut-Off Marks
Interview
Provisional Allotment and Joining Details
Others FAQ’s.
To quench out their curiosity of knowing about the complete procedure in detail, Eduncle has come up with the complete guide of Frequently Asked Questions for Banking Exams.
Below we have covered up every single question which can arise in any aspirants mind and also provided their answers.
Please have a look below!
IBPS Eligibility Criteria and Exam Pattern FAQ’s
Question 1: What is the educational/Age Criteria for applying for IBPS PO CWE selection process?
Answer:
Educational Qualification – Graduation from any Government Affiliated College/University. Students appearing in the final year are also eligible.
Age Limit Criteria - Its 20-30 years. If the candidate's age is in between 20 and 30 years, then they can apply for any of the IBPS PO Exam. However, there is age relaxation for some category candidates.
To know about the detailed eligibility criteria, please visit –
IBPS Clerk Eligibility Criteria
Question 2: In which mode the exam will be conducted – Online or Offline?
Answer: Both the phases of IBPS PO Exam – Prelims and Mains are conducted online.
You can know about the exam-giving procedure through the instruction given on the computer screen at the beginning of the exam paper.
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Question 3: What is the changed pattern for IBPS Exams?
Answer: The IBPS SO Exam Pattern was changed in the year 2017. Earlier it was conducted through written exam but from 2017, the IBPS started conducting this exam in 3 phases i.e. the Pre and Main Exam (both Online), followed by the interview.
Other then this, no changes have been announced till now.
You can check the exam pattern for each exam by clicking on the following links-
Question 4: How many marks are required to qualify IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO and IBPS RRB?
Answer: As per the exam patterns of all the 4 exams, the candidates have to solve 80-150 questions in prelims and 45-240 questions in mains. Candidates need to clear the cut-off marks set by the officials to qualify the exam.
Online Application Form FAQ’s – IBPS Banking Recruitment Exams
Question 1: What are the dates of registration/payment of fees for online application form of IBPS Exams?
Answer:
Check out the Online Application dates for all the IBPS 2022 Exams below-
| Events |
Important Dates |
|||
| IBPS PO |
IBPS Clerk |
IBPS RRB |
IBPS SO |
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| Online Application Form Registration Start Date |
02nd August 2022 |
01st July 2022 |
To Be Notified |
To Be Notified |
| Online Application Submission Last Date |
22nd August 2022 |
21st July 2022 |
To Be Notified |
To Be Notified |
| Payment of Online Application Last Date |
22nd August 2022 |
21st July 2022 |
To Be Notified |
To Be Notified |
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Question 2: In which size format the Photos and Signatures should be uploaded?
Answer: A recent, recognizable photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm) should be uploaded by the candidate in the online application form and the candidate should ensure that copies of the same are retained for use at various stages of the Common Recruitment Process (CRP).
Question 3: What if you can’t upload photo and signature while filling the application form online?
Answer: There might be some server error or loading issues in website. So wait for some time and try to reload the page.
If this is not the issue, then check out the image dimensions once again and re-upload it with the correct dimensions and sizes.
Question 4: What to do when the confirmation mail for Registration and Password is not received?
Answer: As per the Registration System, as soon as you enter the required information for Registration, an automated password is generated and sent to the entered mobile no and email id.
In case you don’t receive it, you should wait for some more time and if still it is not received then you can contact the Exam Convener Body – IBPS itself.
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Question 5: What if the payment is debited from account but the Registration Confirmation did not receive?
Answer: It is most importantly required to take printout of the e-receipt generated at the time of fee payment. If the e-receipt is not generated, then the cash debited will be re-credited to your account after some time.
You can also check the status of your online payment by logging out and logging in once again.
Question 6: Can the application form details be edited after being submitted?
Answer: If by mistake you have submitted the incorrect information asked in the application form like – DOB, Category, Name, Father’s Name, Address, Gender, Mobile Number or anything it can be. Then these data will not be changed, once you finally submit the application form.
If you think that you are not sure about the information, then it’s better to choose ‘save and edit’ option rather than ‘final submit’.
Question 7: If the candidate belongs to OBC category as per state norms but not in the central list. Which category should be mentioned in the application form?
Answer: In case, when the caste category is not defined in the central list, then the candidates will be considered as General Category Member, so they’ll have to mention their category as General only.
FAQ’s on Pre Exam Training and Admit Card or Call Letters for IBPS Banking Exams
Question 1: How would you be able to download your Call Letter/Admit Card if you have forgotten your Registration Number/Password?
Answer: The Registration Number and Password is sent to the mobile number and email id provided at the time of registration. So candidates can collect it from there only because official website doesn’t provide it again.
Take extreme precautions while saving these important details on the mobile. You can also note them down and keep them safe for future reference.
Eduncle Wise Tip – To avoid any incident of misplace or loss of Registration ID and Password, you can save them in Google Docs (if you have your Gmail account) and keep them safe for future use. Otherwise, too you can use MS Word and can save them on your desktop.
Question 2: What should candidates do when they can’t download the Pre-Training Call Letters or Admit Cards?
Answer: The Pre-Training is only available for ST/SC/Minority Candidates so if you are not applicable for this training, then the call letter will not be downloaded.
In case you are applicable, then-
There might be some technical issues or server errors so wait for some time and try to download it once again.
You can log out and login once again. It works sometimes.
Check your login credentials, if they are correct or not.
If none of the above alternatives work, then contact IBPS.
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Question 3: In case the candidate forgot to carry his/her admit card at the time of exam/interview. Then will he/she be allowed to enter the exam hall/interview hall?
Answer: No, Admit Card/Call Letter is a mandatory document which every candidate should carry along with them.
Eduncle Wise Tip – Make sure you place the Admit Card in your clothes pocket which you will be wearing for the exam day.
Question 4: Can the Exam Center be changed after submitting the Online Application Form?
Answer: No, the allotted time, date, and venue details cannot be changed.
For more details, please visit –
IBPS PO Admit Card and Call Letters
IBPS Clerk Admit Card and Call Letters
IBPS SO Admit Card and Call Letters
IBPS RRB Admit Card and Call Letters
Frequently Asked Questions for IBPS Exam Dates and Notifications
Question 1: When will the Exam be conducted?
Answer:
IBPS conducted 4 banking exams: IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO, and IBPS RRB. These exams are conducted separately in the months of August, September, October, November, December, and January.
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IBPS PO Notification and Exam Dates
IBPS Clerk Notification and Exam Dates
IBPS SO Notifications and Exam Dates
IBPS RRB Notification and Exam Dates
IBPS Exams Result and Cut-Off Marks Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: How to check the IBPS Results?
Answer: Eduncle is providing a step-by-step procedure for all the candidates through which they can easily check their marks and also download a copy of their Results. To find complete details regarding Result and Cut Off Marks, please visit the following links-
IBPS PO Result and Cut-Off Marks
IBPS Clerk Result and Cut-Off Marks
IBPS SO Result and Cut-Off Marks
IBPS RRB Result and Cut-Off Marks
Question 2: What are the cutoff marks to qualify the IBPS Exams?
Answer: The cut-off marks are decided on the basis of the number of correctly answered questions.
Question 3: What if you are not satisfied with your marks in the scorecard?
Answer: You can claim your answer key. As soon as the Result is declared, the official website provides an opportunity to all the candidates to claim their answer keys.
Eduncle makes it available for candidates to check the complete procedure.
Question 4: What are the reasons for cancellation of candidature?
Answer: If any candidate is found doing or being part of any of illegal activities like cheating or helping others, then his candidature to sit for the exam will be canceled.
The candidates are requested to kindly refer to the relevant notification available on the official IBPS website.
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Interview FAQs for IBPS Banking Exams
Question 1: Can the candidates reprint their call letters?
Answer: Yes, the admit card/call letter download link is always available till the end of the Interviews. So if any candidates want to download and reprint their call letters, then they can do it anytime.
Question 2: Which documents should be carried at the time of Interview?
Answer: The 10th and 12th Mark sheets along with the caste certificate and valid photo identity card is necessary to be carried at the time of Interview. Also, candidates can bring their score card.
You can also see the list of the documents which will be required at the time of joining here - IBPS Important documents for Joining in Banks.
Question 3: Can any candidates claim his Interview Marks as well?
Answer: No! Candidates can’t claim their interview marks. Those marks are decided on the basis of their performance and abilities assessed by the Interviewers.
Provisional Allotment and Joining Procedure FAQ’s for IBPS Recruitment Exams
Question 1: Can the candidates change their bank preferences?
Answer: Once the bank preferences are submitted, the candidates can’t change it then.
Question 2: What if the candidate didn’t receive the email containing further joining details by the allotted bank?
Answer: IBPS is not responsible after provisional allotment. The candidates may wait for the email confirmation or contact the allotted bank itself.
Question 3: Do the IBPS release waiting list for candidates who didn’t get finalized in the result?
Answer: The official website of IBPS releases the notification regarding waiting list after few days of Result Declaration. So candidates are advised to visit the IBPS site regularly or they can also stay tuned with Eduncle for all the latest updates regarding IBPS Exams.
Question 4: Is there any further procedure to join IBPS Banks after clearing all the 3 rounds – Prelims, Mains and Interview?
Answer: Yes! After the Result Declaration, the shortlisted candidates are provisionally allotted the banks in which they’ll have to join as PO.
After that IBPS will not be responsible for joining procedure. The allotted banks will intimate candidates about their Joining Dates and further process.
The joining date will be given within 6 months of Result Declaration.
The candidates are required to carry documents & certificates specified in intimation letter at the time of joining.
If the candidate has to undergo any medical tests or similar exams, the letter will detail the same as well.
All the candidates will have to appear in Training Programs of 10-15 days before joining as a PO in the concerned bank. The training will be conducted by the allotted bank in their respective training center.
After successfully completing their training, candidates are absorbed in the bank as Probationary Officers (JMG Scale-I) and posted in branches of the bank across India.
Others Frequently Asked Questions for IBPS Banks
Question 1: How many vacant seats are available for IBPS PO in 2022?
Answer: This year the recruitment is for 6932 IBPS PO Vacancies in total.
Question 2: How much salary does a PO own from IBPS Banking Jobs?
Answer: INR 37,360 -38,700 per month.
Question 3: Which is better IBPS PO or SBI PO?
Answer: Both are better. We can’t say that IBPS PO is better or SBI PO is better because SBI PO wins in the aspects of Job Benefits and Salary Structure whereas IBPS PO Recruitment is easier than SBI PO.
You can check the complete comparison here and decide it by yourself – SBI PO vs IBPS PO | Which to choose any Why?
Question 4: Which Banks are participating in the PO Recruitment Process 2022?
Answer: Total 11 banks are participating in IBPS PO 2022 Recruitment.
Check out the list here – IBPS PO Participating Institutes.
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Question 5: Are there any benefits for ST/SC/OBC/PWD Candidates in IBPS PO Recruitment?
Answer: Yes, IBPS benefits reserved candidates with the Age Relaxations and the application fee is also minimal for them.
PWD candidates get extra time in exam to attempt questions.
To know about the Age Relaxation Benefits, you may visit to – IBPS PO Eligibility Criteria.
So, in this article we have answered to the Most Asked Questions regarding IBPS Bank Exam. If you still have queries regarding the IBPS Exams, then you can leave your comment in the comments section below.
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