The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will hold its IBPS PO 2025 Mains exam on October 12, 2025 . This important online exam will take place at various centers across India. Only candidates who passed the preliminary exam are allowed to take the Mains exam.
The IBPS PO exam helps select Probationary Officers (PO) for different public sector banks. These officers play a key role in bank operations and customer service.
Exam Date and Time
The Mains exam is set for October 12, 2025 . It will start at 9 AM and finish at 12:10 PM . The total exam time is three hours and ten minutes . Students must report to their exam center at least one hour before the exam begins to complete entry procedures.
Exam Pattern and Marks
The IBPS PO Mains exam has two parts: an objective test and a descriptive paper. The exam is for a total of 225 marks . The objective test is for 200 marks, and the descriptive paper is for 25 marks.
Objective Test Sections
The objective test has 145 questions across four sections:
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: This section tests your logical thinking and basic computer knowledge.
- General/Economy/Banking Awareness: This section checks your knowledge of current affairs, economic news, and banking rules.
- English Language: This section assesses your English grammar, vocabulary, and reading skills.
- Data Analysis & Interpretation: This section tests your ability to understand and work with data presented in tables or charts.
Each of these four sections has a separate time limit. Candidates need good time management skills to complete all parts.
Descriptive Paper
The descriptive paper is worth 25 marks . In this part, candidates typically write an essay or a letter. This tests their writing ability and how well they can express their thoughts clearly.
Important Exam Day Rules
Students taking the exam must follow these rules:
- No Electronic Devices: Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, pagers, calculators, and other electronic gadgets are not allowed in the exam hall.
- Assigned Seats: Sit only at the seat given to you before the exam starts.
- Checks and Verification: You must follow all security checks, including fingerprint scans (biometric verification), document checks (like admit card and ID), and attendance processes.
- Handwriting Sample: Be ready to provide a handwriting sample or signature if requested before the exam begins.
- Stay in Hall: Do not leave the exam hall before the entire exam ends.
- Invigilator's Instructions: Listen carefully to all guidelines given by the invigilator.
Admit Cards and Exam Analysis
The admit cards for the IBPS PO 2025 Mains exam have already been released. Candidates should download and print them. After the exam on October 12 , an analysis will be available. This analysis will share information about how difficult the exam was, what a good number of attempts would be, and the main topics covered, based on student feedback.
