IBPS Clerk Prelims — Free Online Mock Test
100 Q / 60 min. English 30, Numerical 35, Reasoning 35. +1/-0.25. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
IBPS Clerk exam at a glance
IBPS Clerk full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length IBPS Clerk mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 100-question, 60-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
IBPS Clerk key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). |
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| Official website | ibps.in ↗ |
| Mode | A two-stage online selection — Preliminary and Main exams — with no interview; final selection is on the Main exam. |
| Frequency | Once a year. |
| Scoring & marking | Prelims: 100 marks (English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning) with sectional timing — qualifying only. Mains: 190 questions for 200 marks (General/Financial Awareness, English, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude), with 0.25 negative marking. |
| Score validity | Applies to that recruitment cycle only. |
| Language | English and Hindi. |
Who is eligible for IBPS Clerk?
A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, plus basic computer literacy. The age band is 20–28, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Last verified July 2026 against IBPS — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
IBPS Clerk section breakdown
The IBPS Clerk mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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English (30 Q)
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Numerical Ability (35 Q)
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Reasoning (35 Q)
IBPS Clerk scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: IBPS Clerk penalises wrong answers (-0.25 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: IBPS PO Prelims (out of 100).
How IBPS Clerk is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
IBPS Clerk time strategy
With 100 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 36 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- English (30 Q)
- Numerical Ability (35 Q)
- Reasoning (35 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
IBPS Clerk topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of IBPS Clerk, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
English (30 Q)
- English — Antonyms · 7
- English — One-word Substitution · 7
- IBPS Clerk — English · Prepositions · 3
- IBPS Clerk — English · Spelling · 2
- IBPS Clerk — English · Subject-Verb Agreement · 2
- IBPS Clerk — English · Synonyms · 2
- IBPS Clerk — English · Fill in the Blanks · 1
- IBPS Clerk — English · Tenses · 1
Numerical Ability (35 Q)
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 8
- Quant — Ratio & Proportion · 7
- IBPS Clerk — Numerical Ability · Number Series · 5
- IBPS Clerk — Numerical Ability · Percentage · 3
- IBPS Clerk — Numerical Ability · Average · 3
- IBPS Clerk — Numerical Ability · Ratio & Proportion · 2
- IBPS Clerk — Numerical Ability · Speed & Distance · 2
- IBPS Clerk — Numerical Ability · Profit & Loss · 1
Reasoning (35 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification · 7
- Reasoning — Coding–Decoding · 7
- IBPS Clerk — Reasoning · Coding-Decoding · 3
- Reasoning — Blood Relations · 3
- IBPS Clerk — Reasoning · Direction Sense · 2
- IBPS Clerk — Reasoning · Odd One Out · 2
- IBPS Clerk — Reasoning · Ranking · 2
- IBPS Clerk — Reasoning · Analogy · 2
IBPS Clerk difficulty calibration
Foundation tier. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers.
100 Q / 60 min. English 30, Numerical 35, Reasoning 35. +1/-0.25. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
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Expert take: what IBPS Clerk really tests
IBPS Clerk is won on sectional timing and accuracy — there is no interview, so the Mains score alone decides selection. With separate clocks per section in Prelims and a broad Mains, quick, accurate arithmetic and reasoning plus steady banking awareness are the levers.
Preparation tips
- Practise the strict per-section timing enforced in Prelims.
- Build reflexive quantitative and reasoning speed.
- Keep a daily banking- and current-awareness habit for the Mains.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Over-investing in one section and running its clock down.
- Neglecting General & Financial Awareness, which is fast, scoring Mains marks.
IBPS Clerk study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Build Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and English fundamentals
- Start a daily banking- and current-awareness habit
- Attempt topic questions after each area
- Practise under the strict per-section clock enforced in Prelims
- Drill Data Interpretation and puzzle sets
- Take timed Prelims mocks
- Move to Mains-level Quant, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude and General/Financial Awareness
- Take full Mains mocks — the Mains score decides selection
- Revise weak areas before the exam
Where IBPS Clerk can take you
A strong IBPS Clerk result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Clerk at public-sector banks
- Customer service & operations
- Promotion to officer cadre
- Stable public-sector career
Best books & official prep for IBPS Clerk
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations — R. S. Aggarwal
- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning — R. S. Aggarwal
- Objective General English — S. P. Bakshi
- Banking & Financial Awareness — Arihant / GK Publications
Official practice: IBPS releases an official online practice test; drill the strict sectional timing enforced in Prelims.
Previous-year papers: Previous IBPS Clerk papers and memory-based sets are widely available.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the IBPS Clerk exam pattern?
- IBPS Clerk Prelims contains 100 questions across 3 sections: English (30 Q), Numerical Ability (35 Q), Reasoning (35 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 36 seconds per question).
- Does IBPS Clerk have negative marking?
- Yes — IBPS Clerk carries negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is IBPS Clerk scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. IBPS PO Prelims (out of 100).
- How can I practise IBPS Clerk online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length IBPS Clerk mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of IBPS Clerk?
- IBPS Clerk is rated Foundation difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers. 100 Q / 60 min. English 30, Numerical 35, Reasoning 35. +1/-0.25. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the IBPS Clerk exam?
- IBPS Clerk runs for 60 minutes total across 3 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in IBPS Clerk?
- IBPS Clerk is split into: English (30 Q), Numerical Ability (35 Q), Reasoning (35 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 100 Q / 60 min. English 30, Numerical 35, Reasoning 35. +1/-0.25. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during IBPS Clerk?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the IBPS Clerk test adaptive?
- No — IBPS Clerk is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many IBPS Clerk mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct IBPS Clerk variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free IBPS Clerk test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge IBPS Clerk test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are IBPS Clerk previous year question–style papers included?
- Every IBPS Clerk mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free IBPS Clerk mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's IBPS Clerk mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the IBPS Clerk mock test on mobile?
- Yes. IBPS Clerk mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the IBPS Clerk syllabus?
- The IBPS Clerk syllabus maps to its 3 sections: English (30 Q), Numerical Ability (35 Q), Reasoning (35 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for IBPS Clerk?
- A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, plus basic computer literacy. The age band is 20–28, with relaxation for reserved categories. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic IBPS Clerk practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the IBPS Clerk exam and how should I prepare?
- Official IBPS Clerk exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free IBPS Clerk mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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