The IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose) examination is conducted in two stages: Preliminary Examination and Main Examination. The Preliminary Exam consists of Reasoning Ability and Numerical Ability, while the Mains Exam includes Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, and Computer Knowledge.
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IBPS RRB Office Assistant Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 50 |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| English/Hindi Language | 40 | 40 |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
IBPS RRB Office Assistant Prelims Syllabus 2026
Reasoning Ability Syllabus
The Reasoning section tests logical thinking, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.
Verbal Reasoning
- Alphabet Series
- Alphanumeric Series
- Number Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test
- Order and Ranking
- Inequalities
- Syllogism
- Statement and Conclusion
- Statement and Assumption
- Cause and Effect
- Assertion and Reason
Seating Arrangement & Puzzles
- Linear Seating Arrangement
- Circular Seating Arrangement
- Square Arrangement
- Rectangular Arrangement
- Floor-Based Puzzle
- Box-Based Puzzle
- Scheduling Puzzle
- Day and Month Puzzle
- Comparison Puzzle
Miscellaneous Topics
- Input-Output
- Data Sufficiency
- Logical Reasoning
- Decision Making
- Miscellaneous Reasoning Questions
These topics form the core of the Reasoning syllabus for the Preliminary Examination.
Numerical Ability Syllabus
The Numerical Ability section evaluates calculation speed and mathematical aptitude.
Arithmetic Topics
- Simplification
- Approximation
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Partnership
- Average
- Profit and Loss
- Simple Interest
- Compound Interest
- Discount
- Time and Work
- Pipes and Cisterns
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Boats and Streams
- Ages
- Mixture and Allegation
Number-Based Topics
- Number Series
- Missing Number Series
- Wrong Number Series
- Quadratic Equations
- Quantity Comparison
Data Interpretation
- Tabular DI
- Bar Graph DI
- Pie Chart DI
- Line Graph DI
- Caselet DI
- Missing DI
Advanced Topics
- Data Sufficiency
- Probability (Basic)
- Permutation and Combination (Basic)
These topics are regularly asked in IBPS RRB Clerk Preliminary Exams.
IBPS RRB Office Assistant Mains Syllabus 2026
The Main Examination is the final stage of selection. The difficulty level is higher than the Preliminary Examination.
Reasoning Ability Syllabus
Puzzles & Arrangements
- Linear Arrangement
- Circular Arrangement
- Double Row Arrangement
- Square Arrangement
- Floor Puzzle
- Month-Based Puzzle
- Scheduling Puzzle
- Comparison Puzzle
Logical Reasoning
- Coding-Decoding
- Syllogism
- Inequalities
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Order and Ranking
- Input-Output
- Data Sufficiency
- Statement and Conclusion
- Cause and Effect
- Course of Action
- Assumption and Inference
Advanced Reasoning
- Machine Input Output
- Logical Sequence
- Critical Reasoning
- Analytical Reasoning
Numerical Ability Syllabus
Arithmetic
- Percentage
- Profit and Loss
- Ratio and Proportion
- Partnership
- Average
- Simple Interest
- Compound Interest
- Time and Work
- Pipes and Cisterns
- Time, Speed and Distance
- Boats and Streams
- Ages
- Mixture and Allegation
Advanced Mathematics
- Probability
- Permutation and Combination
- Mensuration
- Geometry (Basic)
- Coordinate Geometry (Basic)
Data Interpretation
- Tabular DI
- Pie Chart DI
- Bar Graph DI
- Line Graph DI
- Radar Graph DI
- Caselet DI
- Missing DI
Number-Based Questions
- Number Series
- Quadratic Equations
- Quantity Comparison
- Data Sufficiency
General Awareness Syllabus
This section mainly focuses on Banking Awareness, Financial Awareness, and Current Affairs.
Current Affairs
- National Current Affairs
- International Current Affairs
- Government Schemes
- Summits and Conferences
- Important Days
- Sports Events
- Awards and Honours
- Books and Authors
- Obituaries
Banking Awareness
- Banking Terminology
- RBI Functions
- Monetary Policy
- Repo Rate
- Reverse Repo Rate
- CRR
- SLR
- NEFT
- RTGS
- IMPS
- UPI
- Priority Sector Lending
- Financial Inclusion
Financial Awareness
- Budget
- Economic Survey
- Inflation
- GDP
- Fiscal Deficit
- Capital Market
- Money Market
- Insurance Sector
Static General Knowledge
- Indian Geography
- Indian History
- Indian Constitution
- Important Organizations
- Headquarters
- Currencies
- National Parks
- Dams
- Power Plants
English Language Syllabus
Candidates opting for English Language may prepare the following topics:
Grammar
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Cloze Test
Vocabulary
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- One Word Substitution
- Idioms and Phrases
Reading Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Para Jumbles
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Paragraph Completion
Miscellaneous
- Word Swap
- Phrase Replacement
- Connectors
- Match the Columns
Hindi Language Syllabus
Candidates opting for Hindi Language may prepare:
व्याकरण
- संधि
- समास
- उपसर्ग एवं प्रत्यय
- वाक्य शुद्धि
- मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्तियाँ
भाषा ज्ञान
- पर्यायवाची शब्द
- विलोम शब्द
- अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द
- वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द
गद्यांश
- अपठित गद्यांश
- रिक्त स्थान पूर्ति
- वाक्य पुनर्व्यवस्था
- त्रुटि सुधार
Computer Knowledge Syllabus
Computer Fundamentals
- History of Computers
- Generations of Computers
- Types of Computers
- Computer Hardware
- Computer Software
Operating Systems
- Windows
- Linux
- MS-DOS
MS Office
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Access
Internet & Networking
- Internet Basics
- Networking Concepts
- Web Browsers
- Search Engines
Computer Security
- Viruses
- Malware
- Cyber Security
- Antivirus Software
- Firewalls
Database Management
- DBMS Basics
- Data Storage
- Data Processing
Shortcuts & Abbreviations
- Important Computer Abbreviations
- Keyboard Shortcut Keys
Important Preparation Tips
- Focus heavily on Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, and Arithmetic as they carry significant weight in both Prelims and Mains.
- Prepare 6 months of Current Affairs before the Mains examination.
- Practice Data Interpretation and Quadratic Equations daily.
- Revise Computer Awareness and Banking Awareness regularly.
- Attempt at least 30–40 full-length mock tests before the exam.
- Maintain a formula notebook for Quantitative Aptitude.
This syllabus covers all major topics generally asked in the IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose) Prelims and Mains Examination