IBPS PO 2025 Notification: 5208 Vacancies Announced, New Exam Pattern Revealed!

The IBPS PO 2025 Notification has been released on June 30, 2025, announcing 5,208 vacancies for Probationary Officer/Management Trainee posts across 11 public sector banks. The online application process is open from July 1 to July 21, 2025, on the official website, www.ibps.in. Below is a detailed overview based on available information:

Key Details of IBPS PO 2025 Notification

• Vacancies: 5,208 posts for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees. Major banks with significant vacancies include Bank of Baroda, Bank of Maharashtra, and Canara Bank.
• Application Process:
• Online registration: July 1 to July 21, 2025.
• Application fee: ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, payable online only (non-refundable).
• Required documents: Photo, signature, handwritten declaration, and valid photo ID (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN, passport).
• Eligibility Criteria:
• Educational Qualification: A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Final-year students are eligible only if their results are declared before the registration deadline (July 21, 2025).
• Age Limit: 20–30 years as of July 1, 2025. Age relaxations: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
• Other Requirements: Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in the official language of the state/UT where applying.
• Selection Process: Three stages—Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview. Final merit is based on Main Exam and Interview scores in an 80:20 ratio. Preliminary scores are not considered for the final merit list.

Exam Dates

• Preliminary Exam: August 17, 23, and 24, 2025.
• Main Exam: October 12, 2025.
• Admit Card: Available 10–15 days before each exam phase.

Revised Exam Pattern

The IBPS PO 2025 exam pattern has been updated, with notable changes in the Main Exam:

• Preliminary Exam:
• Sections: English Language (30 questions, 20 minutes), Quantitative Aptitude (35 questions, 20 minutes), Reasoning Ability (35 questions, 20 minutes).
• Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
• Cutoff: Candidates must clear both sectional and overall cutoffs to qualify for the Main Exam.
• Main Exam:
• Objective Test (225 marks, 3 hours):
  • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45 questions, 60 minutes)
  • General/Economy/Banking Awareness (40 questions, 35 minutes)
  • English Language (35 questions, 40 minutes)
  • Data Analysis & Interpretation (35 questions, 45 minutes)
  • Change: Increased focus on Banking Awareness and Data Interpretation in the Main Exam.
• Descriptive Test (25 marks, 30 minutes): Essay and letter writing, conducted immediately after the objective test, typed on the computer.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer in the objective test.
• Interview: 100 marks, conducted by participating banks and coordinated by a nodal bank. Candidates are shortlisted based on Main Exam performance.

Syllabus Overview

• Preliminary Exam:
• English Language: Reading comprehension, cloze test, error spotting, sentence correction, etc.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, number series, data interpretation, arithmetic problems, etc.
• Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, seating arrangement, syllogism, coding-decoding, etc.
• Main Exam:
• Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: Logical reasoning, data sufficiency, computer basics (hardware, software, networking).
• General/Economy/Banking Awareness: Current affairs, banking terms, RBI policies, financial awareness.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation: Advanced data interpretation (charts, graphs), probability, statistics.
• English Language: Advanced comprehension, vocabulary, grammar.
• Descriptive Test: Essay and letter writing focusing on banking and socio-economic issues.

Preparation Tips

• Study Material: Use previous years’ question papers to understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.
• Mock Tests: Enroll in online test series from platforms like Career Power, Bankers Adda, or PracticeMock for practice with the latest pattern.
• Focus Areas: Emphasize Banking Awareness and Data Interpretation due to the revised Main Exam pattern.
• Time Management: Practice sectional timing (20 minutes per section in Prelims, varied timings in Mains) to improve speed and accuracy.

Additional Notes

• The final merit list is prepared based on Main Exam and Interview scores, sorted state-wise and category-wise. Candidates must meet medical fitness requirements for appointment.
• The IBPS PO Notification 2025 PDF is available on www.ibps.in under the “CRP PO/MT” section. Candidates should review it for detailed eligibility, vacancy breakdowns, and application guidelines.
• Salary: Starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹52,000–₹55,000 per month, including basic pay (₹48,480), Dearness Allowance, HRA, and other perks.
• Some sources mention a potential discrepancy in application start dates (e.g., July 7 vs. July 1). However, the majority confirm July 1–21, 2025, as the correct application window.

For further details, candidates should refer to the official IBPS website (www.ibps.in) or the notification PDF. If you need specific guidance on preparation strategies or have questions about a particular section, let me know