IBPS PO (IBPS Probationary Officer Prelims) — Free Online Mock Test
English (30) + Quant (35) + Reasoning (35) = 100 Q / 60 min. +1/-0.25. Mains has banking awareness. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
IBPS PO exam at a glance
IBPS PO full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length IBPS PO 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.
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| Conducting body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
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| Official website | ibps.in ↗ |
| Mode | A three-stage selection — online Preliminary exam, online Main exam, and a common Interview — for Probationary Officer posts across participating public-sector banks. |
| Frequency | Once a year. |
| Scoring & marking | Prelims: 100 marks (English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning) with sectional timing — qualifying only. The Main exam (objective + a descriptive English paper) and the interview decide the final merit (weighted 80:20 Mains-to-interview), with 0.25 negative marking on objective questions. |
| Score validity | Applies to that recruitment cycle only. |
| Language | English and Hindi. |
Who is eligible for IBPS PO?
A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, plus basic computer literacy. The age band is 20–30, 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 PO section breakdown
The IBPS PO 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 Language (30 Q)
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Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q)
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Reasoning Ability (35 Q)
IBPS PO scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: IBPS PO 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 PO is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
IBPS PO 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 Language (30 Q)
- Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q)
- Reasoning Ability (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 PO topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of IBPS PO, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
English Language (30 Q)
- English — Antonyms · 7
- English — One-word Substitution · 7
- IBPS PO — English Language · Sentence Improvement · 2
- IBPS PO — English Language · Synonyms · 2
- IBPS PO — English Language · Antonyms · 2
- IBPS PO — English Language · Spelling · 2
- IBPS PO — English Language · Fill in the Blanks · 2
- IBPS PO — English Language · Cloze / Word Usage · 1
Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q)
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 8
- Quant — Ratio & Proportion · 7
- IBPS PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Number Series · 3
- IBPS PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Quadratic Equations · 3
- IBPS PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Percentage · 2
- IBPS PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Profit & Loss · 2
- IBPS PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Simple Interest · 2
- IBPS PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Time & Work · 2
Reasoning Ability (35 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification · 7
- Reasoning — Coding–Decoding · 7
- Reasoning — Blood Relations · 6
- IBPS PO — Reasoning Ability · Direction Sense · 3
- IBPS PO — Reasoning Ability · Coding-Decoding · 3
- IBPS PO — Reasoning Ability · Order & Ranking · 3
- IBPS PO — Reasoning Ability · Blood Relations · 2
- IBPS PO — Reasoning Ability · Puzzle / Ranking · 2
IBPS PO difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
English (30) + Quant (35) + Reasoning (35) = 100 Q / 60 min. +1/-0.25. Mains has banking awareness. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's IBPS PO bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for IBPS PO
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what IBPS PO really tests
Bank PO exams are won on sectional timing and accuracy, not deep theory. IBPS PO Prelims enforces a separate time limit per section, so the ability to switch gears quickly — and to recognise which Data Interpretation sets or puzzles to skip — is the real skill under test.
Preparation tips
- Practise with the exact sectional timing enforced in Prelims — managing three separate clocks is a skill in itself.
- In Reasoning, learn to identify and skip the most time-consuming puzzles rather than getting stuck defending one set.
- Keep a daily banking-awareness and current-affairs habit for the Mains General Awareness section.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Over-investing in one section and running its clock down at the expense of easier marks elsewhere.
- Getting emotionally stuck on a hard puzzle instead of moving on and returning if time allows.
IBPS PO 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 and Reasoning (puzzles, seating arrangements)
- Strengthen English — reading comprehension, error spotting, cloze
- Start a daily banking- and current-awareness habit
- Practise under the strict per-section clock enforced in Prelims
- Master Data Interpretation sets and a skip-the-hardest-puzzle strategy
- Take timed Prelims mocks and review attempt selection
- Move to Mains-level DI and General/Banking Awareness
- Practise the descriptive English (essay + letter) to time
- Prepare for the interview — banking awareness and current affairs
Where IBPS PO can take you
A strong IBPS PO result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Probationary Officer at public-sector banks
- Branch management & scale promotions
- Specialist & administrative roles
- Stable public-sector banking career
Best books & official prep for IBPS PO
- 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 & Static/Current Awareness — Arihant / GK Publications
Official practice: IBPS releases an official online practice-test link before the exam; use it to get used to the strict sectional timing enforced in Prelims.
Previous-year papers: Previous IBPS PO papers and memory-based sets are widely available for realistic practice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the IBPS PO exam pattern?
- IBPS Probationary Officer Prelims contains 100 questions across 3 sections: English Language (30 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q), Reasoning Ability (35 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 36 seconds per question).
- Does IBPS PO have negative marking?
- Yes — IBPS PO carries negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is IBPS PO scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. IBPS PO Prelims (out of 100).
- How can I practise IBPS PO online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length IBPS PO 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 PO?
- IBPS PO is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. English (30) + Quant (35) + Reasoning (35) = 100 Q / 60 min. +1/-0.25. Mains has banking awareness. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the IBPS PO exam?
- IBPS PO 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 PO?
- IBPS PO is split into: English Language (30 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q), Reasoning Ability (35 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. English (30) + Quant (35) + Reasoning (35) = 100 Q / 60 min. +1/-0.25. Mains has banking awareness. Practise each subject and topic separately below. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during IBPS PO?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the IBPS PO test adaptive?
- No — IBPS PO is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many IBPS PO mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct IBPS PO 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 PO test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge IBPS PO 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 PO previous year question–style papers included?
- Every IBPS PO 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 PO mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's IBPS PO 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 PO mock test on mobile?
- Yes. IBPS PO 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 PO syllabus?
- The IBPS PO syllabus maps to its 3 sections: English Language (30 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Q), Reasoning Ability (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 PO?
- A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, plus basic computer literacy. The age band is 20–30, with relaxation for reserved categories. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic IBPS PO practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the IBPS PO exam and how should I prepare?
- Official IBPS PO 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 PO mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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