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1. Login/Register PWCentres PWSkills All Courses Home / Blogs / Banking / How to prepare for SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO simultaneously? Latest Blog HOW TO PREPARE FOR SBI BANK PO AND IBPS RRB PO SIMULTANEOUSLY?  One Stop Plan For NEET Aspirants UPSC Examination has evolved & you should too: 5 aspects about it. Both SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO are recruitment exams for the Probationary O?cer(PO) profile. The only di?erence is that while the SBI Bank PO exam is for the  SBI Bank branches, the RRB exam is for Regional Rural Banks. These exams can be How to remain Consistent during UPSC Preparation prepared together as the syllabus for all banking exams is almost similar.  The di?erence, however, is in the di?culty level of both exams. Hence, while How less sleep can impact your UPSC result: 3 things to know about it preparing for the exam, you’ll have to level up your preparation for SBI Bank PO. In this article, we will understand how to prepare for SBI Bank Po and IBPS RRB PO  together. Harsh reality of NEET? Must read if you are preparing for NEET examination  How has the pattern of UPSC changed in the last few years  How much role does coaching play in the preparation of UPSC  5 proven self-study tips for clearing UPSC 2023  6 Reasons Why it is Completely Normal to take 1 Year Gap for UPSC Exam  What is the Right Age to Start Preparing for JEE Exam  Table of Content Overview SBI Bank PO Exam Pattern SBI Bank PO Exam Syllabus IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern IBPS RRB PO Exam Syllabus Common Preparation Strategy for SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Overview Most banking aspirants apply for the banking exams like IBPS PO, SBI PO and IBPS RRB PO simultaneously. Since the timeline of these exams is also in close proximity, often these aspirants wonder if the preparation of any of two or all of these exams can be done together. The short answer to the question - Can the preparation of SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO be done together? yes! In this article, we have shared the strategy to prepare for these exams together. The first and foremost requirement for that is to have a crystal clear understanding of the expectations of the exam. It will help you in assessing the similarities and di?erences in the exam. Once you develop this understanding, the next step is to chalk out a personalized preparation strategy to ace both of these exams. Let’s get started! SBI Bank PO Exam Pattern Let’s first understand the exam pattern and exam syllabus for SBI PO Exam. The SBI PO exam has three phases namely SBI PO Prelims, SBI PO Mains and Interview round. Each round is an elimination round. The SBI PO Prelims is qualifying in nature which means the marks obtained in Prelims is not considered while preparing the final merit. Let us look at the SBI PO exam structure for both Prelims and Mains exam: Name of the Section Number of Questions Total marks Time

2. English Language 30 30 20 Minutes Login/Register PWCentres PWSkills All Courses Reasoning Ability 35 35 20 Minutes Quantitative Aptitude 35 35 20 Minutes Total 100 100 60 Minutes (1 Hour) Name of the Section Number of Total Time Questions Marks Reasoning & Computer Aptitude 40 50 50 Minutes Data Analysis & Interpretation 30 50 45 Minutes General/Economy/Banking 50 60 45 Awareness Minutes English Language 35 40 40 Minutes Total 155 200 3 Hours Descriptive Test (Letter Writing & 02 50 30 Essay) Minutes SBI Bank PO Exam Syllabus Now, let us look at the section-wise syllabus for both Prelims and Mains: Name of the Section Topics Included Quantitative Aptitude Simplification/ Approximation Profit & Loss Mixtures & Alligations Permutation, Combination & Probability Work & Time Sequence & Series Simple Interest & Compound Interest Surds & Indices Mensuration – Cylinder, Cone, Sphere Time & Distance Data Interpretation Ratio & Proportion Number Systems Percentage Reasoning Ability Alphanumeric Series Directions Logical Reasoning Data Su?ciency Ranking & Order Alphabet Test Seating Arrangement Coded Inequalities Puzzle Syllogism Blood Relations Coding-Decoding Input-Output Tabulation English Language Reading Comprehension Fill in the blanks Cloze Test Para jumbles Vocabulary Paragraph Completion Multiple Meaning /Error Spotting Sentence Completion Tenses Rules

3. Login/Register PWCentres PWSkills All Courses Name of the Section Topics Covered Data Analysis & Interpretation Tabular Graph Line Graph Bar Graph Charts & Tables Missing Case DI Radar Graph Caselet Probability Data Su?ciency Let it Case DI Permutation and Combination Pie Charts Reasoning Ability Verbal Reasoning Syllogism Circular Seating Arrangement Linear Seating Arrangement Double Lineup Input Output Blood Relations Directions and Distances Ordering and Ranking Data Su?ciency Coding and Decoding Code Inequalities Course of Action Critical Reasoning Analytical and Decision Making General/Economic/Banking Current A?airs Awareness Financial Awareness General Knowledge Static Awareness Banking Terminologies Knowledge Banking Awareness Principles of Insurance English Language Reading Comprehension Grammar Verbal Ability Vocabulary Sentence Improvement Word Association Para Jumbles Error Spotting Cloze Test Fill in the blanks Computer Aptitude Internet Memory Keyboard Shortcuts Computer Abbreviation Microsoft O?ce Computer Hardware Computer Software Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies Networking Number System Operating System Basic of Logic Gates IBPS RRB PO Exam Pattern Next, let’s understand the exam structure for IBPS RRB PO exam. The IBPS RRB PO exam is also a three-stage exam consisting of Prelims, Mains and the Interview. Each round is an elimination round, and the Prelims round is qualifying in nature. Let’s look at the structure of both IBPS RRB PO Prelims and Mains round: Name of the Number of Total Time

4. Section Questions Marks Login/Register PWCentres PWSkills Reasoning All Courses 40 40 Composite time of 45 Minutes Numerical Ability 40 40 Total 80 80 45 Minutes Name of Section Number of Total Time Questions Marks Reasoning Ability 40 50 Composite time of 120 Minutes (2 Hours) Numerical Ability 40 50 General Awareness 40 40 English 40 40 Language* Hindi Language* 40 40 Computer Knowledge 40 20 Total 200 200 2 Hours *Candidate can choose between Hindi & English language IBPS RRB PO Exam Syllabus Now, let us look at the syllabus for IBPS RRB PO Prelims & Mains: Name of the section Topics Covered Reasoning Ability Puzzles Seating Arrangements Direction Sense Blood Relation Syllogism Order and Ranking Coding-Decoding Machine Input-Output Inequalities Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series Data Su?ciency Logical Reasoning, Statement, and Assumption, Passage Inference Conclusion & Argument Numerical Ability Simplification and Approximation Basic Calculation Quadratic Equation Time & Work Speed Time & Distance Simple Interest & Compound Interest Data Interpretation Number Series Arithmetic Problems Volumes Problems on L.C.M and H.C.F Quadratic Equations Probability Profit and Loss General Awareness Banking Awareness International Current A?airs Sports Abbreviations Currencies & Capitals Financial Awareness

5. Govt. Schemes and Policies Current A?airs PWSkills Login/Register PWCentres All Courses Static Awareness Bank Management Infrastructure and Project Finance Management Control System Money and banking English & Hindi Language Reading Comprehension Cloze Test Fillers Sentence Errors Vocabulary based questions Sentence Improvement Jumbled Paragraph Paragraph Based Questions Paragraph Conclusion Paragraph /Sentences Restatement Common Preparation Strategy for SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO Now that you know the exam pattern and syllabus for both SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO, it can be deduced that the syllabus and pattern for both the exam is more or less similar. Hence, the preparation for both exams can be e?ectively done together. Know the step-by-step approach on how to prepare for SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO together. Go through the previous year's questions First and foremost, it is important to go through the previous year's question paper of each of these exams. This will allow you to understand the type of questions asked. It will further allow you to analyze the di?culty level of the questions asked in these exams. Topic-wise coverage of each section As you can see from the above list of topics for both these exams, most of the topics are common. To ease your preparation, make a comprehensive list of topics covering all of them and then start covering each of the topics one by one. Since the SBI PO exam is of a higher di?culty level, make sure you keep the di?culty benchmark till that level. Mock-test-based learning approach Once you’ve covered about 60% of the syllabus, start with the full-length mock tests. The mock test will further help you in dealing with these exams separately. You will be able to e?ectively manage time during the exam. The SBI Bank PO exam has a sectional time limit, while the IBPS RRB PO exam follows a composite time rule. Hence, it is important to familiarize yourself with both of these. Write at least 20 mock tests for each of these exams to completely get hold of the strategy. Analyze each mock and tweak your strategy to make further amends. Revision Revision is the key to the preparation for any exam! Keep revising each exam separately, specifically the General Awareness section. The questions asked in the General Awareness section will be distinctly di?erent because of the nature of the exam. Hence, be mindful of the di?erences and cover the regional GK of your selected region in case of the RRB PO exam. Conclusion This is how you can prepare for both SBI Bank PO and IBPS RRB PO together. In fact, all the banking exams can be prepared together using this strategy. If you face any di?culty in preparing for these exams, you can always rely on expert mentors at PW. Our mentors have years and years of experience in training and mentoring banking aspirants. Hence, seeking guidance for them will truly make you one step closer to your dream banking job! Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1. Which is tough SBI PO or RRB PO?

6. Ans. The questions asked in SBI PO are slightly more di?cult than the ones asked in RRB PO. Further, the sectional time limit in the case of the SBI PO exam makes it tougher. Login/Register PWCentres PWSkills All Courses Q2. Is the syllabus for IBPS PO and RRB PO the same? Ans. The syllabus for both exams is similar with few additional topics in IBPS RRB PO. However, the type of questions and di?culty level for both exams is slightly di?erent. Q3. Can I prepare for other exams while working as SBI PO? Ans. Yes, you can prepare for other banking as well as non-banking exams while working for SBI PO. However, at the time of appearing in the Interview, you may need a no-objection certification form from your bank manager. Q4. Can I give IBPS PO and SBI PO exams together? Ans. Yes, you can prepare for both IBPS PO and SBI PO exams together. Since the syllabus and overall di?culty level of both exams are similar, you will be able to prepare for both exams together e?ectively. However, make sure to write the full- length mock test for each of these exams to complete your preparation. Get Access To Our Free Batches Now Get instant access to high-quality material Enter Mobile Numbe +91 - NCERT Solutions Reference Books Study Resources State Boards Our Channels Online Test Notes Physics Wallah We understand that every student has different needs and capabilities, which is why we create such a wonderful and unique Follow curriculum that is the best fit for every student. Us: For media enquiries : pr@pw.live Know about Physics Wallah Physics Wallah is India's top online ed-tech platform that provides a?ordable and comprehensive learning experience to students of classes 6 to 12 and those preparing for JEE and NEET exams. We also provide extensive NCERT solutions, sample papers, NEET, JEE Mains, BITSAT previous year papers, which makes us a one-stop solution for all resources. Physics Wallah also caters to over 3.5 million registered students and over 78 lakh+ Youtube subscribers with 4.8 rating on its app. We Stand Out because We successfully provide students with intensive courses by India's top faculties and personal mentors. PW strives to make the learning experience comprehensive and accessible for students of all sections of society. We believe in empowering every single st dent ho co ldn’t dream of a good career in engineering and medical field earlier

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