The IBPS RBI Assistant Exam syllabus is designed to assess a candidate’s proficiency in various subjects, including reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general awareness, and computer knowledge. Below is the detailed syllabus for both the Preliminary Exam and the Main Exam.
1. Preliminary Exam Syllabus
1.1 English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar (Spotting Errors, Sentence Correction)
- Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms, Word Usage)
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Idioms and Phrases
- Para Jumbles
1.2 Numerical Ability
- Number Series
- Simplification
- Profit and Loss
- Averages
- Ratio and Proportion
- Mixtures and Allegation
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Time and Work
- Time, Speed, and Distance
- Mensuration
- Percentages
- Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Line Graph, Pie Chart, Tabulation)
- Number Systems
1.3 Reasoning Ability
- Verbal Reasoning (Odd One Out, Syllogism, Statement and Assumption)
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (Series, Analogy)
- Coding and Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test
- Number, Letter, and Symbol Series
- Seating Arrangement
- Input-Output
- Puzzle (Arrangement-based, Linear, Circular, etc.)
2. Main Exam Syllabus
2.1 Reasoning Ability
- Syllogism
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Coding-Decoding
- Puzzle (Linear, Circular, Seating Arrangement)
- Input-Output
- Data Sufficiency
- Ranking and Order
- Alphabet Test
- Statement and Conclusion
- Odd One Out
- Mirror and Water Images
- Classification
2.2 English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
- Sentence Correction
- Error Detection
- Fill in the Blanks
- Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms, One-word Substitution)
- Sentence Rearrangement
2.3 Numerical Ability
- Number Series
- Simplification and Approximation
- Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Line Graph, Pie Chart, Tables)
- Profit and Loss
- Time and Work
- Time, Speed, and Distance
- Averages
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportions
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Mixtures and Allegations
- Mensuration (Area, Volume)
- Number System
2.4 General Awareness
- Banking and Financial Awareness (RBI, Banking System, Financial Terms, etc.)
- Current Affairs (National, International, Economy, Sports, Politics)
- Important Government Schemes
- Static General Knowledge (History, Geography, Polity, Culture)
- Awards and Honors
- Science and Technology
- Books and Authors
- Countries, Capitals, and Currencies
- Committees and Recommendations
2.5 Computer Knowledge
- Basic Computer Terminology
- Computer Hardware and Software
- Operating Systems
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Internet and Email
- Basic Networking
- Security and Cyber Awareness
- Computer Shortcuts
- Web Browsers
3. Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
The Language Proficiency Test (LPT) will test the candidate’s proficiency in the local language of the state/UT they are applying for. The LPT is mandatory for all candidates who qualify the Main Exam. It is qualifying in nature and is not used to calculate the final merit.
Preparation Tips:
- Practice regularly: Solve practice papers and previous year questions to get a feel of the exam pattern.
- Focus on weaker sections: Identify areas where you're lagging behind and work on them.
- Time management: Learn to manage your time effectively by taking mock tests.