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The IBPS CRP Clerks XIV exam is a gateway for candidates aspiring to join various public sector banks as clerks. This exam is conducted annually, and the notification outlines all the essential details candidates need to know.
Important Dates
Mark your calendars with these crucial dates to ensure you don’t miss any deadlines:
- Release of Notification: June 28, 2024
- Start of Online Registration: July 1, 2024
- End of Online Registration: July 21, 2024
- Preliminary Exam Date: August 26, 2024
- Main Exam Date: October 7, 2024
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility criteria:
Educational Qualification:
- A degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent.
Age Limit:
- Minimum age: 20 years
- Maximum age: 28 years
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Nationality:
- Must be a citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the IBPS CRP Clerks XIV exam:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to IBPS Official Website.
- Register Online: Click on the ‘Click here for New Registration’ link, and provide basic information to obtain a provisional registration number and password.
- Upload Documents: Upload a scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the application form with your personal, educational, and other required details.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee through online mode. The fee structure is:
- General/OBC: ₹850
- SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen: ₹175
- Submit the Form: Review all details and submit the application form. Save a copy for future reference.
Exam Pattern
Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. The IBPS CRP Clerks XIV exam consists of two stages:
Preliminary Exam:
- English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks, 20 minutes
- Numerical Ability: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes
- Reasoning Ability: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes
Main Exam:
- General/Financial Awareness: 50 questions, 50 marks, 35 minutes
- General English: 40 questions, 40 marks, 35 minutes
- Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude: 50 questions, 60 marks, 45 minutes
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions, 50 marks, 45 minutes
Syllabus
The syllabus for the IBPS CRP Clerks XIV exam is extensive. Here is a brief overview:
Preliminary Exam:
- English Language: Reading comprehension, cloze test, para jumbles, error spotting, fill in the blanks.
- Numerical Ability: Simplification, number series, data interpretation, quadratic equations, arithmetic problems.
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, seating arrangement, blood relations, coding-decoding, syllogism.
Main Exam:
- General/Financial Awareness: Current affairs, banking and financial awareness, static GK.
- General English: Advanced comprehension, vocabulary, grammar.
- Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude: Logical reasoning, input-output, data sufficiency, computer fundamentals.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Advanced arithmetic, data interpretation, probability.
Preparation Tips
Create a Study Plan: Divide your time effectively between subjects and stick to a study schedule.
Practice Regularly: Solve previous years’ papers and take mock tests to understand the exam pattern and time management.
Focus on Weak Areas: Identify your weak areas and devote more time to improving them.
Stay Updated: Regularly read newspapers and current affairs magazines for the General/Financial Awareness section.
Revise Thoroughly: Keep revising the topics you have covered to ensure better retention.
Join Study Groups: Engage in discussions with peers to gain different perspectives and solutions to problems.
The IBPS CRP Clerks XIV exam is a significant opportunity for those looking to build a career in the banking sector. With proper preparation and a strategic approach, candidates can clear the exam and secure a position in a public sector bank. Stay updated with the official IBPS website for any further updates or changes in the exam schedule.
