IBPS clerk exam

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The previous IBPS notification was for the selection of probationary officers and management trainees to fill the forthcoming job openings in 19 Indian banks. We got a lot responses from people inquiring about the feasibility of an IBPS exam for clerical cadre. Finally, they have declared the eligibility, exam dates and began accepting  online applications for IBPS bank clerk exam 2011-2012, which is planned to be conducted on for 27.11.2011.

The following banks participate in IBPS Clerk Exam:

IBPS participating banksIBPS Clerk exam eligibility: Aspirants with 60% marks from a government-approved matriculation system are eligible for appearing IBPS clerical cadre exam. Another option provided is 50% in a higher secondary exam or a degree. Although this is the basic retirement for appearing IBPS CWE, the respective banks (given above) may set their own criteria for selecting candidates. Now regarding the nationality, IBPS mandate allow Indians, Nepalis, Bhutanese and Tibetans, who are settled and in India. The minimum age required for application is 18 years as of 18.01.2011 and maximum is 28. Relaxation is provided for ST (5 yr), other backward communities( 3yrs), disabled (10yrs), widows (9 yr) and some other classes.

IBPS Clerk exam pattern and syllabus:

IBPS exam patternA typical pattern of the IBPS Clerk exam is given above. You can take the test in Hindi/English language. More details of the syllabus will be available on the information bulletin provided with the exam call letter-from IBPS website. A special pre examination training is planned for ST/disabled and aspirants from other backward classes. If you’re one of them tick the required option in the online application form. The training is totally free and will be conducted in state capitals and other big cities-but you have to arrange, lodging, travel and other expenses. Each question carries one mark and there is negative (1/4) marking too. After examination and publishing results, IBPS will provide all applicants with a CWE score card. This score is valid throughout the year for all clerical job notifications from supported banks.

Apply for IBPS Clerk exam online: ( 25.08.2011 to 24.09.2011 )

You can fill and submit IBPS Clerk exam application here. But before proceeding make sure that you have arranged the following basic requirements. The fees ( 350/- for general, 50/- RS for reserved) can be paid online or offline. In case if you’re planning to pay it offline, download  and print the CBS challan or NEFT receipt and approach the respective banks. Six banks participating IBPS Clerk exam supports CBS, and others are enabled with NEFT payment option.

CBS account number

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After depositing cash in one of the accounts, get the challan/receipt signed by bank agent. The details in the challan can be used to fill the online application form. Those who are opting online option can pay the fees using the integrated payment system provided in IBPS website. Applicants should create an email address for receiving communications from IBPS and also prepare scanned copies of a recent photograph and signature. Then submit the application with all relevant details and documents. If everything is correct you will be provided with a username and password that can be later used to download the exam call letter.

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IBPS clerk exam books:

IBPS clerk exam bookIt is clear from the pattern that the IBPS clerk exam is very similar to other bank tests in India. One book we suggest for our readers is Bank Clerk Exam Solved Papers by Kiran publications. This question bank contains questions from previous clerk exams (2003-2011) conducted by various banks (including IBPS members) and its answers. You can buy it online from Flipkart here. It costs only 156 RS, including shipping charges-but you can browse through their site for other related/better books.

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370 Responses to “IBPS clerk exam”

  1. Nihal says:

    Sir,
    How many Bank are established in our country/Commerical Bank..
    I am waiting for your reply..

  2. CHAUHAN HIREN J says:

    dear sir
    I WANT TO KNOW,HOW CAN I FACE(PREPARATION OF) CLERCK EXAM , AND SO THAT I GET SUCCESS IN THIS EXAM.

  3. anugill says:

    dear sir plz tell me about clerk syllabus n i want to know that about whose is best book for us

  4. akash says:

    sir,
    I am undergraduat student can i apply for ibps clerk exam? I pass Matriculation exam in 69.69% and H.S.C exam 56%

    • Admin says:

      Sure you can apply for IBPS clerk exam.

      • Rahul says:

        Sir,
        I am Pranav s, doing final year graduation. As i applied for the syndicate bank po/clerk exam i came to know about IBPS test, and i tried everywhere to know about this exam. But i didnt got an exact answer. I would like to know what exam is this . I am a bcom finance student , Is it possible to write this exam?, When it will be conducted? What is the use of writing this exam? Is there any validity for this exam?

        waiting for your valuable reply.

        With Regards
        Pranav s

    • payal says:

      hey the same with me .. i’ve passed my secondary exam with 70% & H.S with 53%.. currently studying BCA (5th sem). can i also apply for this ?

  5. Shweta says:

    4 po exam is best or other book for preparing IBPS clerk exam.

  6. rani says:

    topics in english in ibps clerk exam & required books

  7. Anonymous says:

    sari tyari to ho gyi hai lekin english kisme se padna hai.

  8. sree says:

    suggest me books for the ibps exam

  9. Anonymous says:

    Thank you for giving this valuable information with nice explanation.

  10. Vinod Sondhi says:

    Is it compulsary to pass all subjects (Reasoning,English,Numeric….etc) for qualify..

  11. Vinod Sondhi says:

    Kindly provide the information regarding venues of exams

  12. kiranmai says:

    how many marks do we have to get in the entrance exam of ibps

  13. somnil says:

    muze pass kara do.

  14. suresh says:

    plz give me the guidence to how to prepare for clerk exam

  15. ram says:

    sir,
    i scored 51% in my matriculation and 59% in my higher secondary exam ,so am i eligible for this bank clerk exam

    sir please kindly let me inform about it so i can fill the form for clerk exam

  16. mayank says:

    how minmum ques. clear in each section of clercial cader exam

  17. VIDYA RANI says:

    Namaskar Sir,
    Am i eligible for IBPS EXAM ?.My D.O.B is 19-10-1973

  18. sanu says:

    sir/madam did final year student can apply for this post ?

  19. Ritesh Kumar says:

    SIR I AM IN LAST SEM OF BCA FROM IGNOU. AM I ABLE TO FILL THE FORM FOR CLERK EXAM.

    THANKS

    • Admin says:

      I think you have to fill your degree marks in online application. Do you have 50% in plus one/HSE? or wait for the next IBPS notification.

  20. Ritesh Kumar says:

    Thanks for providing me the knowledge.

  21. ashwini kumar says:

    I m under age by 5 days for this exam.Please reply .can this be considered or not?Plese reply to my mail

  22. ashwini kumar says:

    Sir,My age will be 18 years by 05/8/2011.I m becoming under age by 5 days.Can it not be
    considered,please reply on my email.

  23. sonali says:

    wat are the fees for obc categary.

  24. sonali says:

    sir
    please tell me about the centers of exam.

  25. Birendra prasad says:

    IBPS clerk exam Solved Papers

  26. ramabrahmam says:

    Thank you for giving this valuable information with nice explanation..Thank you very much

  27. limcy says:

    very. happy. intezar khatam hua. mubarak ho.lag jao prep.me.all d best.

  28. Rohit Pandey says:

    It is first time in India,all bank are dicleare our forms in togather

  29. Vishal says:

    upkar 4 po exam is best or other book for preparing IBPS clerk exam.

  30. amala says:

    sir please refer me the reference books for cwe clerk exam

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