Is an IBPS RRB officer scale I different than IBPS PO?

IBPS conducts various exams and out of that IBPS RRB and IBPS PO are mostly preferred by the graduates as these give a good start for the beginners and freshers.

Though these exams are conducted by the same board yet there are some differences in the exam pattern, selection procedure, job profile, career path, salary package and post locations.

Most important factors are the exam pattern, job profile and selection procedure. Let us discuss these factors to benefit the aspirants.

1.         Selection Procedure:

Both the exams are carried out in three phases i.e  Prelims , Mains and Interview.

2.        Exam Pattern:

The Exam pattern of IBPS PO and IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 is different:

•   Prelims Exam:

Both the exams have objective type questions but IBPS PO has three sections namely Quantitative Aptitude ,English Language, and Reasoning Ability where as IBPS RRB has two sections namely Numerical Ability and Reasoning in the prelims section.

•     Mains Exam

IBPS PO mains exam comprise of four sections namely Reasoning and Computer aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and General Awareness.

IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 mains exam comprises of five sections namely, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and General Awareness and Computer Awareness. Candidates can either opt for English Language or Hindi Language in IBPS RRB officer scale 1 exam but English language is a must for IBPS PO Exam.

Aspirants who qualify both the phases of these exams are called for a common interview which is held by the concerned bank.

3.        Job Profile

·   IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 has a limited area of operation depending upon the geographical region of the State or districts they are posted at but IBPS PO in Nationalized banks the PO get lot of exposure because the posts and transfers are not limited to a geographical region. You may also go for Bank Coaching in Chennai  for more helpful study material.

·      IBPS PO of Public sector banks has to perform various functions such as corporate loans, treasury, forex, managing HNI's etc. RRB Officer Scale –I has a restricted function to provide credit and other services to the farmers having low credit, laborers artisans and small business houses of rural areas.

These are some of the main differences and one must know if one is planning to appear in any one or both the exams.

Detailed Syllabus and exam pattern of IBPS RRB 2018 Prelims

Hi Aspirants

Have you applied for IBPS RRB OFFICER GRADE EXAM 2018?

Have you started preparing for the exam?

If yes, then have you noted down the syllabus and analyzed previous year question paper to know the latest exam pattern followed in IBPS RRB PO prelims.

Allow me to share the same to make your exam preparation result oriented.

In preliminary phase, IBPS RRB exam has two sections namely Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude.

Syllabus of Reasoning for IBPS RRB Exam

Reasoning is a scoring subject and it stands a good chance in IBPS RRB PO Exam. Prepare it thoroughly by knowing the important topics which one must prepare. Practice them extensively.

Important topics of Reasoning are:

·        Series test

·        Number

·        Ranking and Time Sequence

·        Input Output

·        Assertion and Reason

·        Coding decoding

·        Blood relations

·        Alphabet test

·        Analogy

·        Odd Man Out

·        Syllogism

·        Causes and Effects

·        Direction Sense Test

·        Sitting Arrangement

·        Decision Making

·        Figure Series

·        Word Formation

·        Statement and Conclusions

·        Statement and Assumptions

·        Statement and Arguments

·        Statement and Action’s Courses

·        Passage and Conclusions

·        Figure Series Test

·        Analogy

·        Odd Figures

·        Miscellaneous Test

·        Mirror/water Image.

Below is given the break-up of the topics as followed in the question paper. It is better to understand the sequence and number of questions asked from each section. Below is give the table showing the analysis of question papers of past year to understand the exam pattern of reasoning section.

Topic	No of questions asked in previous    year question papers
Syllogism	6
Input-Output	0-4
Alphanumeric Series	0-5
Ranking / Direction / Alphabet Test	0-6
Seating Arrangement	8
Logical Reasoning	5-10
Tabulation	7
Puzzle	5-7
Coding Decoding	4
Blood Relations	6
Data Sufficiency	0-5
Inequalities	5

Therefore go through the same and prepare accordingly.

Syllabus of Quantitative Aptitude for IBPS RRB 2018

This section can be scoring if prepared thoroughly and practiced extensively. Learning and understanding the short tricks can enhance your speed and accuracy. Let us shortlist some important topics to prepare for IBPS RRB 2018 Exam.

 Important topics of Reasoning are:

·        Number System

·        HCF & LCM

·        Number Series

·        Approximation Wrong Number

·        Partnerships

·        Percentage

·        Ratio and Proportions

·        Average & Ages

·        Ratio & Proportion

·        Pie Charts

·        Bar Graphs

·        Square Root and Cube Root

·        Profit and Loss

·        Simple and Compound Interest Problems

·        Time and Work Problems

·        Time and Distance Problems

·        Average Problems

·        Simplifications

·        Finding Next Number in Series

·        Decimal Fractions

·        Line Graphs

·        Mixed Graphs

·        Case Study

·        Mensuration

·        Permutation & Combination

·        Data Tables

·        Probability.

Topic	No of questions asked in question paper
Data Interpretation	10
Permutation, Combination & Probability	5
Series & Sequence	5
Simplification	5
Ratio & Proportion, Percentage & Averages	3
Number System	5
Profit & Loss	5
Work & Time	2
Time & Distance	2
Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices	1-2
Sequence & Series	1-2
Mixture & Allegations	1-2

Hope this analysis will help you prepare for the exam through Bank Coaching in Chennai.

All the best!!!

THINGS TO CONSIDER TO PREPARE FOR IBPS RRB PRELIMS

IBPS conducts various exams such as IBPS PO, IBPS CLERK, IBPS Specialist Officers, RRB Grade I, II and III, etc. IBPS RRB exam pattern is different than other exams for preliminary examinations. There are two sections Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability. For Language section, local language is necessary therefore, English section is not there. There is a separate test for that after prelims.

IBPS RRB needs a different exam strategy as it has only two sections let us discuss.

Things  to remember while preparing For IBPS RRB Prelims 2018

1. Practice mock tests in such a way so that you are able to complete the test within a composite time of 45 minutes for both the sections i.e Q.A. AND L.A.

2.  Quantitative aptitude consists of 40 questions and reasoning ability consists of 40 questions.  Maximum time allowed for both the sections is 45 minutes. Speed is an essential feature to ace the exam. Practice accordingly.

3. It is comfortable rides for those who are find  English to be difficult. Prelims are easy for them but they have to face English in mains exam.

4. English not being the part of exam which makes the level difficult at times. Make the most of learning and practice to qualify the exam.

5. Join online test series and practice one mock test every day and improve your knowledge. And also, you may get Bank Coaching in Chennai. Enhance your strengths to gain confidence.

6. Practice from previous year preliminary examination papers to know the pattern extensively. Solve most of the previous year questions as there are chances of repetition.

List of important topics for IBPS RRB Exam 2018 with marks distribution

1.    QUANTITATIVE SECTION

·        Simplification – 5Q

·        Number Series – 5Q

·        Quadratic Equations – 5Q

·        Data Interpretation(Line/Table Graph) – 5Q

·        Data Interpretation(Bar Graph) – 5Q

·        Data Interpretation(Pie Chart) – 5Q

·        Miscellaneous – 10Q

2. REASONING

·        Syllogism – 5Q

·        Inequalities – 5Q

·        Directions & Distances – 3Q

·        Blood Relations – 2Q

·        Puzzle (Ordering & Ranking) – 5Q

·        Puzzle (Double Line Up) – 5Q

·        Seating Arrangement (Linear) – 5Q

·        Seating Arrangement (Circular) – 5Q

·        Alphabet Series – 2Q

·        Miscellaneous – 3Q

Go through these important topics and learn them thoroughly to get the maximum attempts accurate. Practice extensively to gain speed as time is less and questions are more. In this exam speed play a dominant role.

Prepare well and ace the exam!!!

All the best!!!!