IBPS - Clerk Exam Preparation
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IBPS Clerk 2026 Results & Cut Off
The IBPS Clerk 2026 result will be declared separately for each stage of the examination. Candidates can check their result and scorecard only through the official IBPS website.
Check IBPS Clerk 2026 Result & Scorecard
🔗 Visit Official IBPS WebsiteGo to “CRP Clerks” section → Click on Result Status.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Result Process
- Preliminary Result
- Mains Result
- Final Provisional Allotment
The final state-wise and category-wise merit list is prepared based only on the marks obtained in the Mains Examination. There is no interview stage in IBPS Clerk recruitment.
How to Check IBPS Clerk 2026 Result?
- Visit official website – ibps.in
- Click on “CRP Clerks”
- Select “Result Status” link
- Enter Registration Number & Password / DOB
- Download your Scorecard
Details Required
- Registration Number / Roll Number
- Password or Date of Birth
IBPS Clerk 2026 Cut Off
IBPS releases the IBPS Clerk Prelims Cut-Off & Score Card after declaration of result. Cut-off marks are the minimum qualifying marks required to move to the next stage.
- Sectional Cut-Off
- Overall Cut-Off
- State-wise Cut-Off
- Category-wise Cut-Off
IBPS Clerk Prelims Cut-Off 2024 (General Category Reference)
The table below shows previous year's cut-off (2024) for reference. This helps candidates estimate expected competition level.
| State / UT | General Cut-Off | Other Category Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 77.5 | — |
| Assam | 83.75 | OBC-82.25, SC-81.25 |
| Bihar | 79.5 | OBC-79.5 |
| Chandigarh | 81.50 | — |
| Delhi | 80.75 | OBC-78.25, SC-75.25 |
| Haryana | 83 | — |
| J & K | 86.25 | — |
| Jharkhand | 83.5 | — |
| Madhya Pradesh | 73 | SC-74.5 |
| Maharashtra | 73 | ST-69.50 |
| Odisha | 86.75 | — |
| Punjab | 81.25 | OBC-79.75 |
| Rajasthan | 83.25 | EWS-83.25 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 79 | OBC-79, SC-70.75 |
| West Bengal | 87.75 | SC-80.25 |
| Sikkim | 41 | — |
Factors Affecting IBPS Clerk Cut Off
- Total number of vacancies
- Difficulty level of exam
- Total candidates appeared
- State-wise competition
- Category reservation norms
Important Notes on Cut Off
- Prelims cut-off varies state-wise.
- Mains cut-off determines final selection.
- Scorecard is released separately after result.
- Marks normalization process may apply.
Provisional Allotment
After final result declaration, candidates are allotted banks based on:
- Mains Marks
- State Preference
- Available Vacancies
Selected candidates must complete document verification at the allotted bank.
To improve your score in IBPS Clerk 2026, focus on consistent mock practice, speed improvement, and previous year cut-off analysis.
Complete Syllabus
Updated 2026IBPS Clerk Syllabus
IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Syllabus
The IBPS Clerk 2026 syllabus is designed to test a candidate’s aptitude, reasoning ability, language skills, banking awareness, and computer knowledge. While IBPS provides only broad subjects in the notification, the detailed topics are based on previous year trends and exam analysis.
The syllabus differs slightly between Prelims and Mains. Below is a complete subject-wise breakdown.
IBPS Clerk 2026 – Section Overview
Quantitative Aptitude
This section tests numerical calculation ability and data interpretation skills.
- Simplification & Approximation
- Number Series
- Data Interpretation (Bar, Line, Pie, Caselet)
- Quadratic Equations
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time & Work
- Time, Speed & Distance
- Average
- Mixture & Allegation
- Permutation & Probability (Mains)
- Mensuration
Focus Area
- Data Interpretation forms 30–40% of Mains section
- Speed calculation and accuracy are critical
Reasoning Ability
This section evaluates logical thinking and analytical ability.
- Puzzles (Floor, Box, Scheduling, Circular)
- Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Inequality
- Coding-Decoding (New Pattern)
- Blood Relation
- Direction Sense
- Order & Ranking
- Alphanumeric Series
- Data Sufficiency
- Machine Input-Output (Mains)
- Logical Reasoning (Assumption, Conclusion, Argument)
Focus Area
- Puzzles dominate both Prelims & Mains
- Practice different puzzle types daily
English Language
This section checks grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Para Jumbles
- Paragraph Completion
- Word Swap
- Vocabulary (Synonyms / Antonyms)
Focus Area
- Reading Comprehension carries high weightage
- Grammar-based error spotting frequently asked
General / Financial Awareness (Mains Only)
This section is crucial for final merit ranking.
- Current Affairs (Last 6 Months)
- Banking Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- RBI Policies
- Government Schemes
- Static GK
- Budget & Economic Survey
Computer Aptitude (Mains Only)
- Basics of Computer
- Operating System
- MS Office
- Internet & Networking
- Computer Security
- Input & Output Devices
- Memory & Storage
- Basics of DBMS
IBPS Clerk 2026 Preparation Strategy by Section
- Quant: Practice DI sets daily
- Reasoning: Solve 2–3 puzzles daily
- English: Read editorials regularly
- GA: Revise monthly current affairs notes
- Computer: Focus on basics and shortcuts
IBPS Clerk 2026 – Subject-wise Weightage
The exact number of questions may vary slightly each year, but based on recent trends, the approximate weightage is given below:
| Section | Prelims Questions | Mains Questions | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 40 | Easy to Moderate |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 50 | Moderate |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 50 | Moderate to Difficult |
| General / Financial Awareness | — | 50 | Moderate |
| Computer Aptitude | — | Included with Reasoning | Easy to Moderate |
Weightage Insights
- Puzzles dominate Reasoning (40%+ weightage in Mains)
- Data Interpretation carries major weight in Quant
- Current Affairs (last 6 months) is crucial for GA
- English Reading Comprehension has high marks coverage
IBPS Clerk Syllabus 2026 Overview
Before starting detailed subject-wise preparation, candidates should understand the overall structure of the IBPS Clerk 2026 examination. The table below gives a quick overview of important parameters.
| Parameters | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Name of the Exam | IBPS Clerk 2026 |
| Post | Clerk (Clerical Cadre) |
| Selection Process |
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| Marks Segregation |
Prelims: 100 Marks Mains: 200 Marks |
| Number of Questions |
Prelims: 100 Questions Mains: 155 Questions |
| Duration of Exam |
Prelims: 1 Hour Mains: 2 Hours |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark for each correct answer (section-wise distribution in Mains) |
| Negative Marking | 1/4th of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer |
| Mode of Examination | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Language of Examination | English, Hindi, and 13 Regional Languages |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Download IBPS Clerk 2026 Syllabus PDF
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Complete IBPS Clerk 2026 Syllabus – Prelims & Mains
⬇ Download Syllabus PDFIncludes detailed topic list, exam pattern & preparation tips.
Key Points to Remember
- Prelims is qualifying but competitive
- Mains marks decide final selection
- Sectional timing makes time management important
- Speed + Accuracy = Success
Understanding the syllabus properly helps candidates plan a focused and strategic preparation approach for IBPS Clerk 2026.