IBPS PO Exam Schedule for 2025: Examine Shift Details, Test Duration, and Regulations Revealed
IBPS PO 2025 Exam Day Guidelines: A Comprehensive Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the guidelines for the IBPS PO 2025 exam, scheduled on August 17th, 23rd, and 24th. The exam aims to fill 5208 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks.
Exam Day Timings and Reporting
The IBPS PO 2025 exam will be held in four shifts:
- Shift 1: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- Shift 2: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Shift 3: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- Shift 4: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Candidates must report at the designated IBPS PO exam centres one hour prior to their shift timings. Reporting times are as follows:
- Shift 1: 8:00 AM
- Shift 2: 10:30 AM
- Shift 3: 1:00 PM
- Shift 4: 3:30 PM
It is crucial for candidates to arrive at least 15 to 30 minutes before the reporting time to allow for security and verification checks. The gates close strictly on the listed gate closing times.
Documents Required
Candidates must bring the following documents to the examination hall:
- Printed IBPS PO 2025 Admit Card with a pasted passport-size photograph identical to the one used during registration.
- Valid Original Photo ID Proof and Photocopy (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence) with name matching the admit card.
- Additional Passport-size Photographs for identity verification purposes.
- Scribe-related Documents (if applicable): Candidates availing scribe assistance must bring the declaration or undertaking form for the scribe.
Exam Structure
The IBPS PO 2025 exam consists of three sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. Each section has a total duration of 20 minutes and contains 35 questions, except for the English Language section which has 30 questions to be completed in 20 minutes. The total duration of the exam is 60 minutes for 100 marks.
Additional Guidelines
- Follow the prescribed dress code (usually simple, no accessories) and avoid carrying banned items (bags, electronic devices, stationery except permitted ones).
- Carry only the necessary stationery items if allowed; no electronic gadgets or mobile phones permitted inside the exam hall.
- During the exam, each section has a strict time limit (20 minutes per section), and candidates cannot return to previous sections once completed.
- Candidates are advised to focus on revising rather than learning new topics just before the exam and practice time management to maximize correct attempts rather than attempting all questions blindly.
By adhering precisely to these guidelines, candidates ensure a smooth exam experience without delay or risk of disqualification.
Remember, the IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2025 is on 12th October 2025. Candidates are advised to prepare well and follow the instructions carefully to secure their place in one of the 11 participating public sector banks.
[1] IBPS PO 2025 Exam Day Guidelines: https://ibps.in/po/exam-day-guidelines/ [2] IBPS PO 2025 Shift Timings, Reporting Time, and Shift Timings: https://ibps.in/po/shift-timings/ [3] IBPS PO 2025 Dress Code and Prohibited Items: https://ibps.in/po/dress-code/ [4] IBPS PO 2025 Gate Closing Times: https://ibps.in/po/gate-closing-times/ [5] IBPS PO 2025 Required Documents: https://ibps.in/po/required-documents/
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