The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will conduct the IBPS RRB PO Prelims exam on November 22 and 23, 2025 . This exam is for candidates seeking jobs as Probationary Officers (PO) in India's Regional Rural Banks. There are 3,583 job openings available through this recruitment drive. Candidates must download and bring their admit card to the exam centre. It is also necessary to check the exact shift timings mentioned on the admit card.
IBPS RRB PO Exam 2025: Key Details
Here are the main details about the exam:
| Exam Name | IBPS RRB PO Exam |
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection |
| Exam Dates | November 22 & 23, 2025 |
| Number of Shifts | 4 shifts each day |
| Reporting Time | 1 hour before each shift |
| Exam Duration | 45 minutes |
| Sections | Reasoning Ability and Numerical Ability |
| Total Questions | 80 |
IBPS RRB PO Prelims 2025: Shift Timings
The exam will be held in four shifts daily. Candidates should check their admit card for their specific shift. Here are the timings for each shift:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Timings |
| 1 | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM |
| 2 | 10:15 AM | 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM |
| 3 | 12:30 PM | 1:30 PM to 2:15 PM |
| 4 | 2:45 PM | 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM |
What to Bring to the Exam Centre
Candidates must carry the required documents and items to the exam centre. Without these, entry to the exam might be denied. Please make sure you have the following:
- A printed copy of your admit card . Make sure it is clear and easy to read.
- One original photo ID card . You can bring your Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License. A photocopy will not be accepted.
- One recent passport-sized photograph . This photo should be the same one you used when you filled out your application form and uploaded to your admit card.
- A transparent water bottle.
Important Exam Day Rules
All candidates must follow these rules on the exam day:
- Arrive at the exam centre at least 1 hour before your shift's reporting time . This allows time for security checks, document verification, and biometric registration.
- Follow all instructions given by the exam staff.
- Do not carry electronic devices like mobile phones, smartwatches, or calculators into the exam hall.
- The exam has two sections: Reasoning Ability and Numerical Ability . There will be a total of 80 questions , and candidates will have 45 minutes to complete the test.
- The photo on the admit card must match your appearance on the exam day for verification.
- Keep your admit card and ID proof ready for checking at all times.
Understanding these rules and preparing well will help candidates for the exam. This exam leads to jobs in the banking sector, particularly in regional rural banks that serve many communities.
