About the Examination
National banking competitive examination for Probationary Officers and Management Trainees across 11 public sector participating banks.
Selection Pattern Overview
3-Tier Selection: Preliminary Online Examination (100 marks), Main Online Examination + Descriptive Writing (225 marks), and Common Interview (100 marks).
Examination Stages & Marks Distribution
Detailed tier-by-tier breakdown of test duration, total marks, qualifying cutoffs, and mode.
Preliminary Online Examination
online cbt
60 Mins
100 Marks
50 Marks
Main Online & Descriptive Examination
online cbt
210 Mins
225 Marks
90 Marks
Common Interview
hybrid
20 Mins
100 Marks
40 Marks
Syllabus & Marking Guidelines
Syllabus Breakdown
Prelims: English Language (30), Quantitative Aptitude (35), Reasoning Ability (35). Mains: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (60), General Economy & Banking Awareness (40), English (40), Data Analysis & Interpretation (60), English Descriptive Essay/Letter (25).
Marking & Negative Marking Rules
Negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in Prelims and Mains.
Eligibility, Age & Educational Qualifications
20 to 30 Years
Unlimited
Citizen of India
A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University.
Standard relaxation: SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs), PwD (10 yrs), Ex-Servicemen as per government directives.
Milestone Timeline
Application Fee Structure
Gazettes & Circulars
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