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Sectional Cutoff in IBPS PO Exam
Yes, there are sectional cutoffs in both the preliminary and mains exams of the IBPS PO (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Probationary Officer) Exam. The sectional cutoff is the minimum score that a candidate must obtain in each section of the exam in order to qualify for the next stage.
Preliminary Exam
The preliminary exam of IBPS PO consists of three sections:
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
There is a specified cutoff for each section, and candidates must score above the cutoff in each section to be eligible for the mains exam. If a candidate fails to meet the sectional cutoff in any of the sections, they will not be considered for further selection.
Mains Exam
The mains exam of IBPS PO also has sectional cutoffs. The exam consists of the following sections:
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
- General/Economy/Banking Awareness
- English Language
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)
Similar to the preliminary exam, candidates must score above the cutoff in each section to be shortlisted for the interview round. If a candidate fails to meet the sectional cutoff in any of the sections, they will be disqualified from the selection process.
Overall Cutoff
In addition to the sectional cutoffs, there is also an overall cutoff for both the preliminary and mains exams. The overall cutoff is the minimum score that a candidate must obtain in the entire exam (combining scores of all sections) to be eligible for further stages of the selection process.
It is important for candidates to prepare and perform well in each section of the IBPS PO exam to meet both the sectional and overall cutoffs. Focusing on weaker areas and practicing previous year question papers and mock tests can help candidates improve their performance and increase their chances of qualifying for the next stage of the exam.