Introduction
Preparing for the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Preliminary Examination requires consistent practice and familiarity with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) format. This mock test has been specially created for aspirants preparing for IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer posts.
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This practice set follows the latest exam pattern and contains 100% original questions prepared exclusively for Bhism Yadav Books. The questions are designed to improve speed, accuracy, and conceptual understanding while reflecting the level of the actual examination.
IBPS Specialist Officer Preliminary Mock Test
IBPS SO Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Special Reference to Banking Industry) | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
Total Questions: 150
Total Marks: 125
Mode of Examination: Computer Based Test (CBT)
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IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Preliminary Exam 2026 Syllabus (Latest)
The IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Preliminary Examination is the first stage of the recruitment process for posts such as IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer. The Preliminary Exam is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
IBPS SO Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Special Reference to Banking Industry) (For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari) / Quantitative Aptitude (For IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer & Marketing Officer) | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
Total Questions: 150
Total Marks: 125
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every incorrect answer.
English Language Syllabus
The English Language section evaluates grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and language usage.
Reading Comprehension
- Factual passages
- Banking and finance-based passages
- Inference-based questions
- Vocabulary-based questions
- Tone and theme identification
Cloze Test
- Grammar-based blanks
- Vocabulary-based blanks
- Contextual sentence completion
Error Detection
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Tenses
- Articles
- Prepositions
- Conjunctions
- Pronouns
- Modifiers
Sentence Improvement
- Grammar correction
- Appropriate word replacement
- Sentence structure improvement
Para Jumbles
- Rearranging sentences
- Logical sequence
Fill in the Blanks
- Single Blank
- Double Blank
Vocabulary
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- One Word Substitution
- Idioms & Phrases
- Phrasal Verbs
- Word Usage
Sentence Connectors
Word Swap
Column Matching
Phrase Replacement
Reasoning Ability Syllabus
The Reasoning section tests logical thinking and analytical ability.
Seating Arrangement
- Linear
- Circular
- Square
- Rectangular
- Triangular
Puzzles
- Floor Puzzle
- Box Puzzle
- Scheduling Puzzle
- Month & Date Puzzle
- Ranking Puzzle
- Comparison Puzzle
Syllogism
- Traditional
- Venn Diagram
- Possibility-based
Inequalities
- Direct
- Coded
Coding-Decoding
- Letter Coding
- Number Coding
- Symbol Coding
- Mixed Coding
Blood Relations
Direction Sense Test
Order & Ranking
Alphanumeric Series
Number Series
Alphabet Series
Missing Characters
Analogy
Classification (Odd One Out)
Statement & Conclusion
Statement & Assumption
Statement & Argument
Cause & Effect
Data Sufficiency
Logical Reasoning
Input-Output
Machine Input
General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry
(Applicable for Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari)
Banking Awareness
- History of Banking in India
- Types of Banks
- Commercial Banks
- Public Sector Banks
- Private Sector Banks
- Small Finance Banks
- Payments Banks
- Cooperative Banks
Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
- Functions
- Monetary Policy
- Repo Rate
- Reverse Repo Rate
- Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR)
- Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)
- Bank Rate
- Open Market Operations
Financial Institutions
- NABARD
- SIDBI
- EXIM Bank
- NHB
- NPCI
- SEBI
- IRDAI
- PFRDA
Digital Banking
- UPI
- IMPS
- NEFT
- RTGS
- BBPS
- AEPS
- Mobile Banking
- Internet Banking
- Digital Wallets
- QR Code Payments
Banking Products
- Savings Account
- Current Account
- Fixed Deposit
- Recurring Deposit
- Loans
- Credit Cards
- Debit Cards
- Bank Guarantees
- Letters of Credit
Financial Inclusion
- PM Jan Dhan Yojana
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- RuPay Cards
- Financial Literacy
- Banking Correspondents
Banking Terminology
- NPA
- CASA
- EMI
- KYC
- IFSC
- MICR
- SWIFT
- Core Banking Solution (CBS)
- Basel Norms
- Priority Sector Lending
Government Schemes
- Stand-Up India
- Start-Up India
- Mudra Yojana
- PM SVANidhi
- PM Vishwakarma
- Atal Pension Yojana
- National Pension System (NPS)
Economy
- Inflation
- GDP
- Fiscal Policy
- Monetary Policy
- Budget Basics
- Economic Survey
- Balance of Payments
- Foreign Exchange
Current Affairs
- National Current Affairs
- International Current Affairs
- Banking News
- Economy
- Awards
- Appointments
- Sports
- Science & Technology
- Important Days
- Books & Authors
- Government Policies
- Business & Finance
Quantitative Aptitude
(Applicable for IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer & Marketing Officer)
Simplification
Approximation
Number Series
Quadratic Equations
Data Interpretation
- Table DI
- Line Graph
- Bar Graph
- Pie Chart
- Caselet DI
- Missing DI
Arithmetic
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Simple Interest
- Compound Interest
- Ratio & Proportion
- Partnership
- Average
- Time & Work
- Pipes & Cisterns
- Time, Speed & Distance
- Boats & Streams
- Mixture & Allegation
- Ages
- Probability
- Permutation & Combination
- Mensuration
- Number System
Quantity Comparison
Data Sufficiency
Preparation Tips
- Practice sectional mock tests regularly.
- Focus on accuracy before attempting speed.
- Revise banking and financial awareness topics daily.
- Read newspapers and monthly current affairs magazines.
- Strengthen grammar and vocabulary through daily practice.
- Solve reasoning puzzles and seating arrangements consistently.
- Analyze every mock test to identify weak areas.
- Stay updated with RBI notifications, government schemes, and financial developments.
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Score Interpretation
| Score | Performance Level |
| 120–125 | Excellent – Ready for the IBPS SO Preliminary Exam |
| 105–119 | Very Good – Minor revisions required |
| 90–104 | Good – Focus on weak areas |
| 70–89 | Average – Increase practice and speed |
| Below 70 | Needs Significant Improvement |
Last-Minute Preparation Tips
- Practice sectional mock tests daily to improve speed.
- Revise grammar rules, vocabulary, and reading comprehension techniques for English.
- Strengthen reasoning concepts such as puzzles, syllogisms, coding-decoding, inequalities, and seating arrangements.
- Stay updated with banking awareness topics including RBI functions, monetary policy tools, digital banking, payment systems, and financial institutions.
- Analyze every mock test to identify recurring mistakes and improve accuracy.
- Practice under timed conditions to simulate the CBT environment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is this mock test based on the latest IBPS SO Preliminary pattern?
Yes. The structure and question style are designed to closely match the latest IBPS SO Preliminary CBT format.
2. Is this mock test suitable for all IBPS SO posts?
Yes. It is useful for candidates preparing for IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer Preliminary examinations.
3. Are these questions original?
Yes. Every question in this mock test has been created specifically for Bhism Yadav Books and is free from plagiarism.
4. How often should I attempt mock tests?
Aspirants should ideally take at least 2–3 full-length mock tests per week, along with daily sectional practice.
Conclusion
Success in the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Preliminary Examination depends on a combination of conceptual clarity, regular revision, and consistent practice with exam-oriented mock tests. This four-part mock test series has been designed to provide aspirants with a realistic CBT experience while strengthening their understanding of English Language, Reasoning Ability, and Banking Awareness.
Continue practicing, review your mistakes carefully, and monitor your progress after each mock test. Regular exposure to high-quality questions will improve both speed and accuracy, increasing your confidence for the actual examination.
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