Common Subjects for All Bank Exams

In Indian banking job exams (conducted by IBPS, SBI, RBI, and other banks), the main subjects tested are similar across most exams but vary slightly based on the post (PO, Clerk, SO, or Assistant)

Quantitative Aptitude (Maths)

Topics:

  • Number SystemTest
  • Simplification & ApproximationTest
  • Percentage, Ratio & ProportionTest
  • Profit & LossTest
  • Time, Speed & DistanceTest
  • Algebra & Geometry (Basics)Test
  • Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts)Test

Reasoning Ability (Logical & Analytical)

Topics:

  • Puzzles (Seating Arrangement, Floor-Based)Test
  • SyllogismTest
  • Coding-DecodingTest
  • Blood RelationsTest
  • InequalitiesTest
  • Direction SenseTest
  • Alphanumeric SeriesTest

English Language

Topics:

General Awareness (GA) & Banking Awareness

Topics:

  • Current Affairs (Last 6-12 Months)Test
  • Banking Terms (Repo Rate, NPA, KYC, etc.)Test
  • RBI Policies & CommitteesTest
  • Economic Survey & Union BudgetTest
  • Important Government SchemesTest

Computer Knowledge

Topics:

  • Computer FundamentalsTest
  • Networking BasicsTest
  • Internet ConceptsTest
  • MS OfficeTest
  • Cyber SecurityTest

Additional Subjects for Bank PO/SO/RBI Grade B (Mains Exam)

For higher-level exams (e.g., SBI PO, RBI Grade B), extra sections are added

Computer Awareness

  • Basics of Hardware/Software Test
  • Internet & Networking Test
  • Cybersecurity Test
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT) Test
  • Banking Software (FinTech, NPCI, UPI) Test

Descriptive Writing (English/Hindi)

  • Essay Writing (Banking/Economy/Social Issues) Test
  • Letter/Application Writing Test
  • Precis Writing Test

Professional Knowledge

  • IT OfficerDBMS, Programming, Cybersecurity Test
  • Law OfficerBanking Regulations, SARFAESI Act Test
  • HR OfficerLabor Laws, Recruitment Processes Test