IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025 Exam: The IBPS Clerk Preliminary Exam will be held on October 4 and 5, 2025, by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). Prior to the test, candidates must download their IBPS Clerk admit card from the official website. To be verified at the exam location, you must have your admit card and a legitimate photo ID.
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025: Exam date and time
Exam Dates
October 4, 2025
October 5, 2025
Shift-wise Timings
Shift 1: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Shift 2: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Shift 3: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Shift 4: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025: Exam pattern
1. Sections
English Language
Numerical Ability
Reasoning Ability
2. Question Type
All questions are objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
3. Total Questions
100 questions in total.
4. Time Duration
60 minutes (1 hour) to complete the exam.
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025: Required documents during examination
Admit Card: Printout of the IBPS Clerk Prelims Admit Card.
Valid Photo ID Proof: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, or Passport.
Photographs: Two recent passport-size photos.
Caste Certificate (if applicable): For candidates claiming reservation.
Note: Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License will not be accepted as valid ID proof
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025: Exam day guidelines
Dos
Arrive at the exam center at least one hour early to complete seating and security checks without stress.
Bring pencils and a ballpoint pen if allowed, for rough work or marking responses.
Don'ts
Do not be late, as candidates will not be allowed entry after the reporting time.
Do not bring electronic gadgets, including smartwatches, calculators, or mobile phones.
Do not carry Learner’s Driving License or Ration Card, as they are not accepted as valid ID proofs.
Dress Code
Avoid heavy or metallic accessories: Rings, earrings, nose pins, chains, necklaces, pendants, badges, brooches, and bangles can trigger security alarms.
Headgear: Do not wear hats, caps, or other headgear unless required for religious reasons.
Wrist accessories: Avoid smart bands, watches, or any electronic devices on the wrist.
Clothing: Dress comfortably and lightly; avoid multi-pocketed clothing or coats to ease security checks.
Footwear: Wear simple footwear that can be easily removed if required during security screening.
Bags and accessories: Avoid bulky purses, handbags, or extra accessories; carry only essentials like a ballpoint pen, ID proof, and admit card.
