IBPS Clerk 2025 Notification Out | Exam Pattern, Dates, Eligibility, Apply Online
IBPS Clerk 2025 notification is out! Know about exam dates, eligibility, application process, exam pattern, and 60-day preparation strategy. Start your preparation now with Banker Biju.
🔔 Official Notification Out – IBPS Clerk 2025
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the much-awaited notification for IBPS Clerk 2025. With over 10000+ vacancies across all major public sector banks, this is a golden opportunity for banking aspirants aiming for a secure government job.
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IBPS Clerk is not just an exam, it’s your gateway to a respected career in the Indian banking system.
Let’s decode everything you need to know: important dates, eligibility, syllabus, selection process, and a 60-day smart preparation plan crafted especially for you.
📌 Key Dates at a Glance
Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 1 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | 14, 15, 21 September |
| Mains Exam | 19 October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | September (1st Week) |
🏦 Total Vacancies: 10000+ (State-wise breakup available in official PDF)
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: 20 to 28 years (as on 01.07.2025)
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline
Computer Knowledge: Basic knowledge required
Language Proficiency: Proficiency in the local language of the state applied for is mandatory
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| General/OBC | ₹850 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹175 |
🧾 IBPS Clerk 2025 Exam Pattern
📍 Prelims Exam
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 mins |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 mins |
Note: 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer.
📍 Mains Exam New Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
| General/Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 | 20 mins |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 mins |
| Reasoning . | 40 | 60 | 35 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 50 | 30 mins |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 120 mins |
🎯 High-Scoring Preparation Strategy (60-Day Plan)
📌 Phase 1 – Foundation (Days 1–20)
Cover all basic concepts from Reasoning, Quant, and English
Target weak areas: Puzzles, DI, Cloze Test, Simplification
Practice from previous year papers
1 sectional test daily
📌 Phase 2 – Strengthening Core (Days 21–40)
Practice moderate to high-level questions
Alternate day full-length mock tests
Analyze every test: time spent, accuracy, error topics
📌 Phase 3 – Final Push (Days 41–60)
Daily revision notes
Special focus on Current Affairs (last 6 months)
Practice + Strategy + Relax = Smart Revision
Bonus Tip: Maintain a mistake logbook and review it every Sunday.
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🏆 Must-Have Books & Resources
Quant: Fast Track Arithmetic (R.S. Aggarwal), Ashish Arora
Reasoning: R.S. Aggarwal, Puzzle Mania
Mock Tests: Oliveboard, PracticeMock, Testbook
Current Affairs: AffairsCloud, Adda247 capsule
🔗 How to Apply Online
Visit the official website: www.ibps.in
Click on “CRP Clerks XIV – Apply Online”
Register using your mobile/email
Fill in your details
Upload documents (photo, sign, etc.)
Pay the application fee and submit
🔥 Final Tips from Banker Biju
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📝 Conclusion
IBPS Clerk 2025 offers a solid chance to enter the banking industry. With a structured strategy, focused practice, and the right guidance, you can crack it in the very first attempt.
🎯 Trust your plan. Believe in consistency. Let Banker Biju guide you to success!
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. When will the IBPS Clerk 2025 prelims exam be held?
📅 The prelims exam is scheduled for 14, 15, and 21 September 2025.
Q2. What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2025?
🔞 Candidates must be between 20 to 28 years as of 1 July 2025.
Q3. How many vacancies are released under IBPS Clerk 2025?
📌 A total of 10000+ vacancies have been released across India.
Q4. Can I apply for multiple states?
🚫 No, candidates can apply for one state only. Proficiency in the local language of the selected state is mandatory.
Q5. What is the negative marking rule in IBPS Clerk?
❌ 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in both prelims and mains.
Q6. Is there any interview for IBPS Clerk?
🗣️ No, there is no interview. Final selection is based on Mains score only.
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Q7. Which are the best books for IBPS Clerk preparation?
📚 Refer to books like Plinth to Paramount, R.S. Aggarwal’s Reasoning, and Fast Track Arithmetic.
Q8. How should I start preparing if I’m a beginner?
📈 Begin with understanding the exam pattern, start daily practice with sectional tests, and follow a 60-day structured plan as shared above.