http://ift.tt/29jYqWq Get all you need for Banking and Insurance Exam Preparation (IBPS PO, IBPS, LIC AAO) Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:20:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://ift.tt/2blNM1l http://ift.tt/2b2Qcna Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:12:31 +0000 http://ift.tt/2blNKqe Hello Aspirants,
SBI has declared the result of Mains Exam which was held for the post of Probationary Officer. The Exam was held on 31st July 2016.
Check your result from below link –
Check here for the result of SBI PO mains 2016
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]]> http://ift.tt/2blNk3c 6 http://ift.tt/2b2Qiv6 http://ift.tt/2blPAHk Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:02:15 +0000 http://ift.tt/2b2QudP Dear Aspirants,If you want to achieve success in your life, You need to work on two important factors which are – Belief and Dedication.
Belief – To achieve what seems difficult or impossible, it is important to maintain your belief in yourself and your abilities And Dedication – The dedication to give it all to give shape to your belief. There is no compromising with either of these two things.
Only 3 weeks are left RBI Grade B Officer 2016 Exam. Many of you are preparing hard to become an Officer in India’s Central Bank. The Reserve Bank of India is one of the most prestigious institutions of the country. The RBI Grade B Exam is considered to be one of the highly competitive exams in the Banking Sector.
As per the notification, this year RBI will recruit only 163 candidates for RBI Grade B Officer Post. Obviously, the competition is very high. Continuous preparation & positive attitude in every situation is needed to get into the final list. One of the most prominent thing which is confusing you is “What strategy should I follow?” to make my name under the final selection.
In previous article, we have already published the detail Syllabus & Exam pattern of the Exam. Hence, today we will discuss about the strategies to crack RBI Grade B 2016 Exam.
Prelims – The first phase of the exam consist of 4 sections i.e. – General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning. Many of the candidates take first phase exam casually and start preparation for Mains exam even before appearing in the exam. As per the previous year exam analysis, only 2000 – 3000 candidates get shortlisted from lakhs of candidates in Mains exam. So, prepare well for prelims exam.
Based on the paper pattern of last 3 years, this is the paper pattern for RBI Grade B Officer Exam 2016.
General Awareness Section
The General Awareness considered as one of the scoring section of the exam. This section consists of total 80 questions and has more weight – age as compared to other three sections. So, as to cover all the important Current + Banking + Financial Awareness news of last six months, you need to work hard on this section.
General Knowledge is something which you cannot mug up in one or two days. And this section is not similar like other sections (Quant or Reasoning) where you can use short tricks or formula to solve the questions during online exam. Most importantly, you need to be well aware about the news & current happenings which occurred in the last six months.
Strategy – Make habit of reading current affairs, Banking & Financial Awareness news from today. Note down all the important news on a topic wise – like – Cover all sports news under one heading – RIO Olympics 2016 – Under this heading you can note all the important news related to the Olympics, which can be asked during exam.
For Ex – Who among the following wins India’s first medal at RIO Olympics 2016? – Sakshi Malik (58kg category, Wrestler) Bronze.
Note: In 2015 Exam, most of the questions of Economic & Social Issues (ESI) & Finance Management (FM) were based on current affairs.
Cutoff – Last year the cutoff of General Awareness section was – 20 for General, 16 for OBC, 14.25 for SC & ST. So, try to attempt 55+ questions to get 30+ marks in this section. Try to devote 25 – 30 minutes in GK section.
Read this article –
How to Prepare for GK Section for RBI Grade B Exam?
Source – RBI website (guidelines, FAQ), Read All GK Digest, Monthly one liner, Weekly One Liner of GradeStack, Solve Daily Financial & Economy Quiz on GradeUp. Read Pratiyogita Darpan (Indian Economy edition), Banking Service Chronicle Magazine. Read Yojana and Economical and Political Weekly (EPW).
English Language
This section contains 30 questions and it is considered as one of the confusing sections of the exam. As candidates are always in a dilemma whether he/she will clear the sectional cutoff of this section or not, even after attempting good number of questions. If you have good command over Reading Ability and Grammar, then you can score 15-18 questions in this section. The level of this section is expected to be of Moderate to Tough difficulty. Ideally, you should not devote more than 25 minutes to English Section.
Cutoff – Last Year cutoff of English section was – 7.50 for General, 6 for OBC, 5.25 for SC & ST categories.
In Previous year question Papers; there was question on Comprehension of 8 questions, Fill in the Blanks for 12 questions, Sentence rearrangement and Sentence Correction of 5-5 questions.
The level of this section will be moderate. The questions in this section can be asked from different topics which are mentioned below-
(i) Reading Comprehension – 10 Questions (Lengthy) will based on Economy
(ii) Cloze Test – 10 Questions (Moderate)
(iii) Parajumbles (7 statements)– 5 Questions (Moderate)
(iv) Spotting Error – 5 Questions (Moderate)
How to score maximum marks in this section?
(i) If you are weak or average in this section you need to attempt previous year questions of various Banking exams.
(ii) You should focus on: Grammar Rules, Sentence Improvements and Comprehension and practice them daily.
(iii) For scoring high in the English Language section you need to attempt Reading Comprehension questions in the exam. One RCs is expected to be asked in Exam with 8-10 Questions. So if you manage to attempt 3 to 4 questions in RC, your chances of clearing the sectional cutoff will be good. Practice one RC on daily basis.
(iv) In Previous year Papers, RC questions were based on Central Banks of various countries and also on China Economic crisis. Here, it is expected that same types of questions can be asked in RBI Exam. So, try to read at least one Editorial of Newspaper in a day.
(v) Try to Practice 4-5 sets of following topics on a regular basis before the exam: Fill in the Blanks (Double Spacing), Sentence Correction and Sentence Improvement.
(vi) For improving your grammar part you can read Wren & Martin and S.P. Bakshi (Arihant)
Reasoning Ability
This section contains 60 questions and it is one of the most scoring sections in the exam. If you have good command over this section, you can score 30+ questions in just 40 minutes. All you need to do is attempt the questions with good accuracy. The level of this section is expected to be of moderate difficulty
The reasoning section tests your analytical and logical reasoning skills i.e. your ability to interpret data and information given in the form of puzzles, brain teasers or clues and sort it to arrive at a meaningful outcome. It does not generally test conceptual or theoretical knowledge (apart from one or two areas) but requires a lot of practice of different question types.
Cutoff – Last year of cutoff of Reasoning section was – 15 for General, 12 for OBC, 10.75 for SC & ST categories.
Following topics are important, because usually at least 4 questions come from each of these.
(i) Syllogism (Moderate)
(ii) Seating Arrangement (Circular) (Inward Outward) Blood Relation based – (Tough)
(iii) Linear Arrangement – (Moderate)
(iv) Puzzle – (Tough)
(v) Input Output – (Tough)
(vi) Logical / Analytical Reasoning – (Tough)
(vii) Data Sufficiency – (Moderate) mostly on seating arrangement
(viii) Inequality – (Moderate)
(ix) Coding Decoding – (Moderate)
(x) Miscellaneous Questions – (Moderate)
Note: Must practice Previous Papers question papers of banking Exams namely IBPS, SBI and RBI exams.
Quantitative Aptitude
This section contains 30 questions and generally students find it as one of the most difficult sections in the Grade B exam. As far as quant is concern speed matters a lot but don’t forget that it should be with 100% accuracy that will enhance your marks and save time. If you are weak or average in Quant section than it is always preferable to devote maximum time to the quant section so that you can attempt maximum questions and manage to clear the sectional cutoff. Try to devote 30 minutes in this section and attempt 14-16 questions with accuracy.
Cutoff – Last year cutoff of Quant section was – 7.50 for General, 6 for OBC, 5.25 for SC & ST categories.
The Quant section is more oriented towards data interpretation rather than conventional profit-loss type stuff. Go through the old papers of banking exams and prepare topics accordingly.
The level of this section will be moderate to tough . The questions in this section can be asked from different topics which are mentioned below
(i) Number Series – (Moderate to Tough)
(ii) Data Interpretation – includes – Missing DI, Pie Chart , Caselet DI , Mix DI – (Tough)
(iii) Quadratic Equation – (Moderate to Tough)
(iv) Miscellaneous Questions – (Tough)
Miscellaneous Questions consist of questions from different topics such as – Profit loss, Average, SI & CI, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Time, Speed & Distance, Boats & Streams, etc.
Important tips for preparation in last three weeks
(i) Try to solve practice paper sets with a stop watch and then analyze your performance and scores. Do practice concepts of each and every section.
(ii) Mock Tests are the best way to check your performance. Try to solve at least 2 or 3 Mock papers daily as it will help you find any difficult areas in the test papers that you have covered and need revision.
(iii) High scores in Reasoning and Quants section can be obtained only through time management and clear concepts. So, daily practice is required to get perfection in these subjects.
(iv) Mock Tests will also help you increase your speed in solving the paper, along with smooth and easy movement across sections.
Follow Time Management –
(i) The main weapon to crack RBI Grade B Officers exam is the proper Time Management.
(ii) Time management and Question selection are two aspects which are a part of every RBI Grade B Officers exam.
(iii) Keep a STOP WATCH with you while you are solving the paper.
(iv) Make sure that you do not get stuck on any question and focus on going through all the questions in the section at least once. Also, be careful with your selection of the questions in each section. You are not under any compulsion to solve all questions.
(v) Fix the TIME while attending papers. Make proper Schedule for your Study and follow it with passion.
Read below –
A Detailed Syllabus of RBI Grade B Exam 2016 – 17 Exam
All the best
Team GradeUp
]]> http://ift.tt/2blO2gx 2 http://ift.tt/2b2QbzK http://ift.tt/2blNhnX Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:26:09 +0000 http://ift.tt/2b2Rf6K Dear Aspirants,Today we are providing quiz on Static Gk. This quiz will help you in your preparation for upcoming exams like IBPS PO & Upcoming Banking Exams etc. Must attempt the Quiz to score good marks in GA section of upcoming exams.
GradeUp is conducting a FREE mock test for IBPS PO and you can pre-register. The test is based on the latest exam pattern.
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]]> http://ift.tt/2blO5Jj 5 http://ift.tt/2b2QfzB http://ift.tt/2blO6NF Fri, 19 Aug 2016 09:30:22 +0000 http://ift.tt/2b2Rgro Dear Readers,As you all know, next most important exam in banking is IBPS PO & RBI which is going to be held in the month of September & October. We will start focusing on IBPS PO & RBI 2016 Exam. Thus, we are providing you Important Mini Mock test based on Previous Years Question Papers which will help you to get a perfect score in the Exam.
GradeUp is conducting a FREE mock test for IBPS PO and you can pre-register. The test is based on the latest exam pattern.
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]]> http://ift.tt/2blNzLx 3 http://ift.tt/2b2QT01 http://ift.tt/2blNiIC Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:30:59 +0000 http://ift.tt/2b2QfQb Dear ReadersAs you all know, SBI PO exam is over and next most important exam in banking is IBPS PO which is going to held in the month of October. We will start focusing on IBPS PO Mains 2016 Exam. Thus, we are providing you important Quiz on Reasoning which will help you to get a perfect score in the IBPS PO & Other Banking Exams.
GradeUp is conducting a FREE mock test for IBPS PO and you can pre-register. The test is based on the latest exam pattern.
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]]> http://ift.tt/2blNhEt 15 http://ift.tt/2b2RbUG http://ift.tt/2blNqYi Fri, 19 Aug 2016 07:30:54 +0000 http://ift.tt/2b2QgDK Dear ReadersAs you all know, SBI PO exam is over and next most important exam in banking is IBPS PO which is going to held in month of October. We will start focusing on IBPS PO Mains 2016 Exam. Thus, we are providing you important Quiz on Quantitative Aptitude which will help you to get a perfect score in the IBPS PO & Other Banking Exams.
GradeUp is conducting a FREE mock test for IBPS PO and you can pre-register. The test is based on the latest exam pattern.
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]]> http://ift.tt/2blNmIa 4 http://ift.tt/2b2QJWa http://ift.tt/2blNuaF Fri, 19 Aug 2016 06:15:07 +0000 http://ift.tt/2b2Qdrb IBPS Clerk VI Online Registration process will begin from 22nd August 2016. As per the notification, there were around 19, 243 vacancies across various states for 2017 – 18 recruitment. The Clerk vacancies are based on State wise. If you are selected as a Clerk, your training will be conducted in the same state by the allotted bank and will be posted in branches of the bank across any district of the same state. So, before filling the application form you should have complete information about the total number of vacancies in various states & in participating banks.Selection Process – The selection will be based on two phases –
1. Prelims Exam – The candidates have to qualify both sectional & overall cutoff of the prelims exam to get a call for next phase. Marks obtained in the prelims exam will not be considered for final merit list.
2. Mains Exam – The final selection of the candidates totally depends on the marks obtained in the Mains Exams. Each candidate has to qualify both sectional & overall cutoff of the Mains exam. If candidates clear the final merit list he/she will be considered for the further process. The cutoff will be decided on the total number of vacancies in different states.
During online registration, you have to fill the preference order of the 19 Nationalized Banks, and to decide which bank to fill on the first order is an important factor. In this article, we will help you to choose the right bank in your preference order of the banks.
There are 19 participating organizations which are as follows:
Here we are putting some important suggestions to help you to make your preference list which will clear out your confusion and you can select your most preferable banks.
1. Willingness to work in your home state:
As IBPS Clerk is a state level job, and if you wish to work in your home state, so try to give preference of those banks first which have maximum branches in your state. After selection, your training will be conducted in the same state by the allotted bank and you will be absorbed in the bank as Clerk. You will be posted in any bank branch across any district of the same state.
For example: If you wish to apply from Bihar, so after the selection, you will be posted in any branch of the allotted bank in any city or district of the Bihar state.
2. Should have proficiency in local or official language of the state?
It is important to note that IBPS Clerk exam is of state level exam and you have to choose the particular state to apply from. As per the notification, you need to have a proficiency of the local or official language of the State/UT from where you are wishing to apply for clerical cadre post.
Proficiency of language means: You should know how to read/ write and speak the Official Language of the State/UT.
For example: If you have Proficiency in Hindi language, then you can apply from different states also, rather than to apply only from home state only. It is not necessary to show the domicile of the particular state.
List of Hindi Language States & UT:
Bihar, Delhi, Chattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand.
Note: Some questions may be put at the time of Language Proficiency test to ascertain the candidate’s familiarity with the Official Language of the State/UT.
3. Bank Ranking
A good bank ranking has better chances of career growth and exposure for its employees. For a post in the top ranking banks, it is essential to secure a position among the top in the examination.
List of banks based on their ranking:
Also read –
IBPS Clerk 2016: Bank wise Vacancies
4. Preference & Transfer Policy
Different banks will have different policies regarding transfer from one location to another, during the course of employment. Also, some banks may consider your preferences for location, while others may not work that way. You must go through the transfer policies of the banks you are interested in to make a preference list, based on what you think will work best for you.
List of top 10 Banks which have number of branches in different States of India:
Below we are providing the list of top 10 banks which have maximum number of branches in different states of India. The list will help you in filling the preference order of the bank, applying online registration for IBPS Clerk V exam.
Top 10 banks which have maximum branches in North States –
- Punjab National Bank
- Bank of Baroda
- Union Bank of India
- Bank of India
- Allahabad Bank
- Oriental Bank of Commerce
- Canara Bank
- Corporation Bank
- Central Bank of India
- UCO Bank
Note: North States of India includes: Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir.
Top 10 banks which have maximum branches in East & North – Eastern States –
- Punjab National Bank
- Bank of Baroda
- Allahabad Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India
- Bank of India
- United Bank of India
- Canara Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- Corporation Bank
Note: East & North – Eastern states includes: Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Maipur, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Shillong, etc.
Also read –
IBPS Clerk VI: Know Vacancies in Your State
Top 10 Banks which have maximum branches in Western & Central states –
- Bank of Baroda
- Union Bank of India
- Punjab National Bank
- Indian Bank
- Bank of India
- Canara Bank
- Corporation Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Allahabad Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
Note: Western & Central states – Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh,
Top 10 Banks which have maximum branches in South states –
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Bank of Baroda
- Syndicate Bank
- Canara Bank
- Corporation Bank
- Andhra Bank
- Vijaya Bank
- Union Bank of India
- Dena Bank
Note: South States of India includes; Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka.
Go with your personal choice
You can also choose a bank if you dream to be a part of bank. Most of the PSU Banks (under IBPS) offer similar kind of salary structure and also follow a similar kind of promotion policy. So, which bank is good for you, you have to do little research for your dream bank and you can give it preference than others.
At last before making your final list keep in your mind that after final selection you have to serve the particular bank for at least 30 years or more, so it’s better to do little homework on your own to choose the best banks for you.
Read below –
IBPS CWE VI: Check Official Notification Here
Note: The tentative date of Prelims Exam is 26 & 27 Nov and 3rd & 4th December 2016.
Date of Mains Exam is – 31 December 2016 & 1st January 2017.
All the best!
]]> http://ift.tt/2b2QJFI 23 http://ift.tt/2blNSGg http://ift.tt/2b2QBWV Fri, 19 Aug 2016 05:00:21 +0000 http://ift.tt/2blPD5Y Dear ReadersAs you all know, next most important exam in banking is IBPS PO which is going to held in month of October & November. Thus, we are providing you Important English Quiz on Reading Comprehension which will help you to get a perfect score in the IBPS PO & other Banking Exam 2016.
GradeUp is conducting a FREE mock test for IBPS PO and you can pre-register. The test is based on the latest exam pattern.
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]]> http://ift.tt/2b2RFtN 10 http://ift.tt/2blNjMB http://ift.tt/2b2QZ7F Fri, 19 Aug 2016 03:25:31 +0000 http://ift.tt/2blNt6q Dear Aspirants,The General Awareness section includes Banking Awareness and Current Affairs questions which plays an important role in competitive exams like IBPS, RBI, Bank of Baroda Manipal PO, etc. We, therefore, presenting you a Banking Awareness Quiz which will enhance your GA section.
Today we are providing quiz on General Knowledge (Miscellaneous). This quiz will help you in your preparation for upcoming exams like IBPS PO & Upcoming Banking Exams etc. Must attempt the Quiz to score good marks in GA section of upcoming exams.
GradeUp is conducting a FREE mock test for IBPS PO and you can pre-register. The test is based on the latest exam pattern.
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