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<p>Are you aiming for the <a href="https://ibps.in">IBPS</a> SO Exam 2024? Understanding the IBPS SO syllabus 2024 is essential for achieving success! We'll break down the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 in this blog, so you know precisely what to study. We'll go into extensive detail on the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 and offer a few tips on how to be prepared. Together, let's get started on the right path to clearing the IBPS SO exam 2024!</p>

<h2 id="content-id-115469-0"><strong>IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 - Overview</strong></h2>

<p>The official <a href="https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Advt.-CRP-SPL-XIV_final-1.pdf">IBPS SO 2024 Notification</a> has been released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) on 1 August 2024. This presents a wonderful opportunity for candidates who are eager to enter the banking industry in order to fill positions as Specialist Officers at 11 participating banks—including Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, and others. Read our blog to get all the information you need to know about the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024. The following infographic provides an overview of the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024:</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 " src="https://www.gargi.ai/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/IBPS_SO_Syllabus_2024_Pattern.webp" style="height:300px; width:600px"></p>

<p>[Source: Gargi.Ai]</p>

<ul>
	<li>To ace the IBPS SO preliminary exam 2024, you must be completely proficient in the following three areas: English Language, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude/General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry.</li>
	<li>The IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 for Mains Examination includes Professional knowledge.</li>
</ul>

<h2 id="content-id-115469-1"><strong>IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 - Preliminary Exam</strong></h2>

<p>As you prepare for the IBPS SO exam, candidates like you need to be fully aware of the exam pattern and IBPS SO syllabus 2024. The preliminary objective-based paper consists of three subjects, two of which are shared, namely Reasoning and English Language. For the Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari, the third subject is General Awareness with special reference to the Banking Industry; for the IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer, the third subject is Quantitative Aptitude. We have included the weightages for all the subjects that come under the IBPS SO syllabus 2024 for the preliminary exam below:</p>

<p><strong>English Language</strong></p>

<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width:320px">
	<tbody>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center"><strong>Topics</strong></div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center"><strong>Weightage</strong></div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Reading Comprehension</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">10-15</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Cloze Test</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">5-10</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Sentence Correction</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">5-10</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Error Detection</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">5-10</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Para Jumbles</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Fill in the Blanks</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

<p>According to the table, reading comprehension carries more weight than the other topics listed.</p>

<p><strong>Reasoning </strong></p>

<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width:320px">
	<tbody>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div><strong>Topics</strong></div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div><strong>Weightage</strong></div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Puzzles/ Seating Arrangement</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">10-15</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Coding-Decoding</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">5-10</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Verbal Reasoning</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">5-8</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Blood Relations</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Distance & Direction Sense</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Data Sufficiency</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Inequalities</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>Syllogism</div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

<p>The table above shows that Puzzles/ Seating Arrangement holds more weightage.</p>

<p><strong>General Awareness</strong></p>

<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width:320px">
	<tbody>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div><strong>Topics</strong></div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div><strong>Weightage</strong></div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>Banking & Financial Awareness</div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>15-20</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>Current Affairs</div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>7-10</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>General Knowledge</div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>5-10</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>Economy</div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div>3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

<p>Banking and financial Awareness are the frequently asked questions in the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 Preliminary exam.</p>

<p><strong>Quantitative Aptitude</strong></p>

<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width:320px">
	<tbody>
		<tr>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div><strong>Topics</strong></div>
			</td>
			<td style="text-align:center">
			<div><strong>Weightage</strong></div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Data Interpretation</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">10-15</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Arithmetic Questions</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">10-12</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Simplification & Approximation</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Data Sufficiency</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Number Series</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">Quadratic Equation</div>
			</td>
			<td>
			<div style="text-align:center">3-5</div>
			</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

<p>The table above clearly illustrates that data interpretation and arithmetic hold greater importance.</p>

<h2 id="content-id-115469-2"><strong>IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 - Mains Examination</strong></h2>

<p>The syllabus for the IBPS SO 2024 Mains varies by post. For Law Officer, IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer, it includes a single test on Professional Knowledge. However, for the Rajbhasha Adhikari post, the main examination comprises both an objective and a descriptive test on Professional Knowledge.</p>

<p>Now that you are familiarised with the IBPS SO Syllabus 2024, let's delve deeper into the IBPS SO Exam Pattern.</p>

<h2 id="content-id-115469-3"><strong>IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 - Exam Pattern</strong></h2>

<p>Understanding the format of the exam is essential, as it aids in efficient time and study management. The exam pattern serves as a guide for you as you embark on this challenging journey. The IBPS SO Examination consists of three phases: Stage 1 is the preliminary examination, Stage 2 is the main examination, and Stage 3 is the interview.</p>

<p>For your reference, we have included a few images below from the official IBPS SO notification 2024 that illustrate the exam pattern.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 Snip1" src="https://www.gargi.ai/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/IBPS_SO_Syllabus_2024_Snip1.webp" style="height:300px; width:500px"></p>

<p>[Source: ibps.in]</p>

<ul>
	<li>The total number of questions asked in the IBPS SO Prelims Exam is 150.</li>
	<li>The maximum mark allotted for the preliminary examination is 125.</li>
	<li>A negative mark of 1/4 of the allotted marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.</li>
	<li>The time duration of the preliminary examination is 120 minutes (two hours).</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>IBPS SO Mains Exam Pattern:-</strong></p>

<p><strong><img loading="lazy" alt="IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 Snip2" src="https://www.gargi.ai/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/IBPS_SO_Syllabus_2024_Snip2.webp" style="height:228px; width:500px"></strong></p>

<p>[Source: ibps.in]</p>

<ul>
	<li>The total number of questions in the IBPS SO mains examination is 60 for the post of Law Officer, IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer and Marketing Officer.</li>
	<li>Whereas, the total number of questions in the IBPS SO mains examination is 47 for the post of Rajbhasha Adhikari.</li>
	<li>The maximum mark for the examination is 60.</li>
	<li>A negative mark of 1/4 of the assigned mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.</li>
	<li>The duration of the examination is 45 minutes for the post of Law Officer, IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer and Marketing Officer.</li>
	<li>Whereas, the duration of the examination is 60 minutes for the post of Rajbhasha Adhikari.</li>
	<li>Candidates need to qualify for the preliminary examination to attend the main examination.</li>
</ul>

<p>For more information on the <a href="https://www.gargi.ai/exam-pattern/ibps-so-exam-pattern-2024-scheme-of-examination">IBPS SO Exam Pattern 2024</a>, check out our blog on the same by clicking on the embedded link.</p>

<h2 id="content-id-115469-4"><strong>IBPS SO Syllabus 2024 - Preparation Tips</strong></h2>

<p>Finally, how about we give you a few tips on how to prepare so that your exam preparation goes more smoothly? Thus, the following are some study tips for succeeding in the IBPS SO exam 2024:</p>

<ul>
	<li>The IBPS SO exam has three phases: Prelims, Mains, and an Interview. Each phase has its unique structure and requirements.</li>
	<li>Familiarize yourself with the pattern of both Prelims and Mains exams, including the types of questions, marking scheme, and time duration for each section.</li>
	<li>Break down your study plan into daily, weekly, and monthly goals. Track your progress regularly.</li>
	<li>You should make a thorough revision plan that goes over all the foundational material and important sections because the exam covers a wide range of topics. Take regular <a href="https://www.gargi.ai/free-mock-test/ibps-so">mock tests</a>.</li>
</ul>

<p>Finally, we have arrived at the end of our IBPS SO Syllabus 2024. We have provided every crucial information related to IBPS SO Syllabus 2024. If you have any queries regarding the IBPS SO exam 2024, you can read our blogs in the <a href="https://www.gargi.ai/free-preparation">free preparation</a> segment. Follow <a href="https://www.gargi.ai/">Gargi AI</a>, for any exam-related updates. All the best for your exam!</p>


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