IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020 and Marking Scheme
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020- Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released IBPS Clerk 2020 exam syllabus along with the exam notification. Exam pattern of IBPS Clerk 2020 released online on the official website- ibps.in on September 1, 2020. IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020 contains section-wise IBPS Clerk question pattern, marking scheme, the time allotted for each section and other relevant information. Candidates should go through the IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020 to have an idea about the IBPS Clerk exam. It is also advisable for the candidates to go through the IBPS Clerk syllabus to know the important topics in each section in IBPS Clerk 2020 exam pattern. IBPS Clerk exam 2020 will be held in two stages- prelims and mains. Only those candidates who qualify in the prelims results will be able to sit for the mains exam. IT may also be noted that only the marks scored in the mains exam will be considered in the final result. Read the complete article to know more about the exam pattern of IBPS Clerk 2020.
Latest: IBPS clerk prelims result 2020 has been released on the official website.

IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020- Important Dates
Candidates who are preparing for IBPS Clerk 2020 should keep track of all the important dates related to the exam so that they don’t miss any important event. The IBPS Clerk 2020 important dates are given in the table below-
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern Dates
Events | Dates |
IBPS Clerk exam notice 2020 | September 1, 2020 October 23 to November 6, 2020 *Reopened* |
IBPS Clerk Prelims Registration 2020 Start and End Date | September 2 to September 23, 2020 |
IBPS Clerk Mains Prelims Admit Card Release Date | November 18, 2020 |
IBPS Clerk Prelims exam 2020 | December 5, 12, and 13 |
IBPS Clerk Mains exam 2020 | February 28, 2021 |
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IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020- Prelims
IBPS Clerk 2020 exam pattern for the prelims stage of the examination had questions from 3 sections-
English Language
Reasoning Ability
Numerical Ability.
Each question in the exam pattern of IBPS Clerk 2020 Prelims consists of 1 mark. For each wrong attempt, 0.25 mark is deductible. The time allotted for the prelims exam is 60 minutes. Total marks allotted for the prelims stage of the exam is 100.
IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern
Serial no. | Sections | Medium | Question Type | No. of questions | Marks | Time |
1. | Reasoning Ability | English and Hindi | Objective | 35 | 35 | 20 Min |
2. | English Language | English | Objective | 30 | 30 | 20 Min |
3. | Numerical Ability. | English and Hindi | Objective | 35 | 35 | 20 Min |
Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Min |
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020- Mains
The mains round of IBPS Clerk 2020 exam pattern will have objective type questions in 4 sections-
General/Financial Awareness
General English
Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude
Quantitative Aptitude
Each question in the Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude section carries 1.2 marks and questions in the other 3 sections will consist of 1 mark each. 0.25 mark is deductible for each incorrectly attempted objective type question. The table below contains all important information on the exam pattern of IBPS Clerk 2020 mains exam.
IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Pattern
Serial no. | Sections | Medium | Marks Per Question | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time |
1. | Quantitative Aptitude | English & Hindi | 1 | 50 | 50 | 45 Min |
2. | General English | English | 1 | 40 | 40 | 35 Min |
3. | General/Financial Awareness | English & Hindi | 1 | 50 | 50 | 35 Min |
4. | Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | English & Hindi | 1.2 | 50 | 60 | 45 Min |
Total | 190 | 200 | 160 Min |
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020-IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern For Prelims and Mains Exam
IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020 prelims and mains exam has been summarised in the table bellow
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern-IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern For Prelims and Mains Exam
Particulars | IBPS Clerk Prelims | IBPS Clerk Mains |
Section | Numerical Ability Reasoning Ability English Language | General English Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude Quantitative Aptitude General/Financial Awareness |
Number of questions | 100 | 190 |
Maximum marks | 100 | 200 |
Duration | 60 | 160 |
Marking scheme | Correct answer: +1 Wrong answer: - 0.25 Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude in Mains Exam Correct answer: +1.2 | |
Type of questions | Objective | |
Language | English And Hindi |
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020- Marking Scheme
As per the IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020, each question in all sections of both prelims and mains test carries 1 mark each(except from Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude in Mains Exam). 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in IBPS Clerk exam
IBPS Clerk Syllabus 2020
After going through the exam pattern 2020, candidates should look at the IBPS clerk syllabus. Understanding the syllabus will give an idea about each section and important topics candidates should prioritize during their preparation. Thus, first going through the IBPS Clerk 2020 exam pattern and then the syllabus will give the candidates a complete idea about the exam.
IBPS Clerk Question Papers 2020
Candidates are also advised to go through the IBPS clerk question papers. These question papers contain questions asked in the previous sessions of exams. Thus understanding the IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020 and the previous years’ papers will help the candidates to formulate an idea about the IBPS Clerk exam’s question trends. Understanding the question trends may be helpful in predicting important questions for IBPS Clerk 2020 exam. Candidates should also practice solving previous years’ papers as it will help them to increase their speed and accuracy.
IBPS Clerk Preparation Tips
Candidates should plan their own preparation strategy in order to excel in the upcoming IBPS Clerk exam. It is important to study regularly, making notes of important topics and doing revision before the exam. Solving previous years’ question papers will help in realizing a candidate’s weaknesses and he/she will be able to work on them. It will also help candidates to increase their accuracy, speed, confidence and make them familiar with the IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020.
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2020 and Marking Scheme
Question: Is there any negative mark in IBPS Clerk 2020?
Answer:
Yes. 0.25 marks are deductible for each wrong answer in IBPS Clerk 2020.
Question: How many marks does each question in ‘Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude’ section carry?
Answer:
Questions in Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude section carry 1.2 marks each. Questions in other sections, according to IBPS Clerk exam pattern 2020, carry 1 mark each.
Question: What is the difference between IBPS Clerk Prelims and IBPS Clerk Main?
Answer:
Only those candidates who qualify in the prelims results will be able to sit for the mains exam. Marks scored in the mains exam will be considered in the final result.
Question: Can I write IBPS Clerk 2020 exam in Hindi?
Answer:
Yes. Candidates can appear for IBPS Clerk 2020 in both Hindi and English mediums.
Question: What is the time allotted for IBPS Clerk 2020?
Answer:
Candidates will get 60 minutes to complete the prelims paper, and 160 minutes to complete the mains paper of IBPS Clerk 2020.
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Questions related to IBPS Clerk
I am useless like curse to family i want to support my family but i am broke 21 old with no job&career no hopes just wasted life to fullest now surrounded by bulk of responsibility but failing to succeed i failed in Ibps Clerk scored 50/100. now being weak in all subjects it seems impossible to me
Hi,
The key thing to success is to understand and learn from your mistakes since there is no pint in crying over spilt milk. You have realised that you didn't do your part well and hence couldn't do well in your exams. Now what you have to do is focus and concentrate and study for the next exams with full dedication. Do not get demotivated. Do not underestimate yourself and loose confidence. Take it as a challenge and make sure that you work well and come out successful.
To be able to study well you need to have good concentration. I understand it becomes really difficult to concentrate on your studies, specially during this time.
Below I will share some tips that will help you to concentrate better:
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Find a time which is best suitable for you to study. Some find it better to concentrate in the morning while others find they can do better in the night.
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Decide what portions you would like to finish in that particular day
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Prepare a timetable according to the above, keeping slots for breaks
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Start studying with your favorite subject, so that you don’t get bored from the beginning itself
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Take breaks when you get bored, and try to avoid studying at a stretch for a longer duration.
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Always keep some time apart for your hobbies, exercise, etc.
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Eat healthy food, sleep well and also socialise. A healthy mind is the most important for good concentration
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Do some mind games like Sudoku, Crossword puzzles, Chess, etc
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Also try meditation
Following these I am sure you will be able to improve your concentration
Good Luck
My score in Ibps Clerk Prelims is just 53/100 i think i am waste to the world I dont see that anyone is more dumb than me i dont think i will be able to cover this gap i scored 18/30eng 19/35Quant 16/35Reas i am poor in English GK n lost touch from Quant Reas. too i am 21 old weak& late to start
Hello Aspirant,
First of all you need not get this disheartened just because you were not able to score well in IBPS Clerk Prilms. A score does not say your level of intelligence. Bank exams are usually very competitive. Every exam will test a candidate's basic language, quantitative, reasoning and GK and every such competitive exam will have different level of difficulty and clearing cutoffs based on the job position , number of vacancies and the number of applicants. So the preparation should be according to these factors.Therefore, along with good preparation , there bit of a luck factor involved. Even aspirants who prepare very well might have to give multiple attempts to clear one such exam. So the only reason why you could not reach the required score is due to the lack of appropriate and effective preparation. Preparation for IBPS clerk is not that difficult. If you follow an ideal strategy, you will definitely score better. Everyone will have their own strong and weak areas. Focus on your weak areas in each section and improve those topics before stepping into your strong areas. Use the internet source where several free learning platforms are available to understand the basic concept. After that you need to take daily mock tests and past year papers to monitor your preparation. If you follow a disciplined study routine , you will not require more than 2-3 months to overcome your difficulties. If a banking job is your dream, then there are several other exams coming up. You can prepare and clear them easily. Else ,if IBPS Clerk is your only aim , then start preparing from now you can definitely clear it next time. You are just 21, you have enough time to prepare and clear the exam you want. You can visit the below link to get preparation tips:
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/how-prepare-for-ibps-clerk
All the best
i am 21 today Ibps. clerk prelims result announced i failed bcoz i am weak in all aspects i do feel that now if i work than also in 1-2-3 yrs also i will not be able to crack any exams i dont have confidence as i am low in all subjects i dont even want to quit it what should i do,i am late weak
Make yourself strong.
Have a great eve!
I have done B.Sc in hotel management so, can i seat for bank exams like SBI PO, SBI clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS clerk, RRB, etc.
Hello Aspirant,
Yes, you can. As far as bank exams(Probationary and Clerk posts) are concerned , any candidate in age group of 20-30 can sit for the exam if he/she has a valid undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Based on your category reservation ,you will get age relaxation too which you can check in detail in the exam's eligibility section. Coming to RRB ,the following are the exams:
RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Exam
Under Non-Technical Popular Categories, there are many posts like:
Commercial Apprentice
Station Master
Goods Guard an dmany more.
Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist .
Senior Clerk Cum Typist Deg
RRB Junior Engineer (JE) Exam
RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Exam
RRB Group D Exam/RRC Level 1 exam
So in railways , you can apply for non technical posts which require either graduation or 12th qualification. Technical posts will require technical degrees such as engineering as qualification ,so you may not be eligible for that. The average age limit for the various exams is at 18 minimum and about 32-33 years at maximum. Similar to bank exams , the age relaxation is provided to some reserved categories. Therefore , kindly go through the complete eligibility criteria for all posts to find out which is apt for your level of qualification.
All the best
Sir my DOB is 7 December 1992. Can I Eligible for SBI CLERK & IBPS CLERK ??? PLZ Reply Sir
Hello,
The upper age limit to appear for SBI clerk entrance exam is 28 years. And the upper age limit to appear for IBPS clerk entrance exam is 28 years as on September 1st of the year in which the candidate is appearing for the exam. Relaxation on upper age limit is given to reserved categories. You haven't mentioned you category assuming that you belong to general category you are not eligible to appear for SBI CLERK 2021 or IBPS CLERK 2021 since your age as of today is 28 years 1 month 4 days.
The relaxation is as follows for SBI CLERK exam
- OBC: 3 years
- SC: 5 years
- General PWD: 10 years
- OBC PWD: 13 years
- SC/ST PWD: 15 years.
The relaxation is as follows for IBPS clerk entrance exam
- OBC: 3 years
- SC: 5 years
- PWD: 10 years
- Widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried: 9 years
- Persons ordinarily domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989/Persons affected by 1984 riots/Regular employees of the Union Carbide Factory, Bhopal retrenched from service (Applicable to Madhya Pradesh state only): 5 years