The IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 is being conducted on October 10 and 11, 2026. Candidates who will be appearing should keep track of reporting instructions, shift timings, and exam guidelines. This live blog will provide important updates for the candidates, including the difficulty level of the exam, question patterns, and the number of attempts that should be made as information becomes available. The preliminary exam will test the candidates in three important sections, which are English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Candidates should follow the instructions that are printed on their call letter and reach the exam centre within the set reporting time.
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2026 Shift Timings
The IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam is scheduled to be held on October 10 and 11, 2026. The exam is being conducted in multiple shifts. Candidates should check their individual admit cards for the exact shift timings, reporting times, gate closing time, and the exam centre. Candidates are advised to not rely on another candidate's schedule, as timings may differ by shift. Given below are the exam shift timings for the IBPS Clerk Prelims 2026:-
|
Shift |
Reporting Time |
Exam Start Time |
Exam End Time |
|
1 |
8:00 AM |
9:00 AM |
10:00 AM |
|
2 |
10:30 AM |
11:30 AM |
12:30 PM |
|
3 |
1:00 PM |
2:00 PM |
3:00 PM |
|
4 |
3:30 PM |
4:30 PM |
5:30 PM |
IBPS Clerk Prelims 2026 Exam Pattern
The IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern will consist of 100 questions, which will carry 100 marks, with a total duration of 60 minutes. The paper is divided into three separately timed sections.
|
Section |
Questions |
Marks |
Time |
|
English Language |
30 |
30 |
20 minutes |
|
Numerical Ability |
35 |
35 |
20 minutes |
|
Reasoning Ability |
35 |
35 |
20 minutes |
|
Total |
100 |
100 |
60 Minutes |
Negative marking applies to incorrect answers; therefore, candidates are advised to attempt the questions carefully.