Last Minute Tips to Prepare for IBPS SO Mains 2022 Exam

 Let’s take a look at IBPS SO Mains Last Minute Preparation Tips 2022 which every aspirant must follow:

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Last-Minute Tips for IBPS SO Mains 2022 Exam

1. Exact Knowledge of Exam Pattern:

IBPS SO Mains Exam will be conducted for six different posts. For the post of IT Officer, Agriculture Officer, HR Officer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer, only 1 section exam will be conducted i.e. Professional Knowledge. For the post of Rajbhasha Adhikari, there will be an additional descriptive test. You can check the exam pattern for various posts of the IBPS SO Mains exam below:

a. Exam Pattern is the same for the posts of IT Officer, HR Officer, Marketing Officer, and Agricultural Field Officer

Name of the Test	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Medium of the Exam	Total Duration
Professional Knowledge	60	60	English and Hindi	45 minutes

b. Exam Pattern for Rajbhasha Adhikari

Name of the Test	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Medium of the Exam	Total Duration
Professional Knowledge (Objective)	45	60	English and Hindi	30 Minutes
Professional Knowledge (Descriptive)	2		English and Hindi	30 Minutes

1. For all the posts, Candidates have to keep in mind that there is a negative marking of 0.25 in the objective test.
2. In these remaining hours, BYJU’S Exam Prep advises you to practice 1-2 mock tests.

Also, Check

IBPS SO Exam Pattern

2. Revision of the Important Topics:

In this remaining crucial time, BYJU’S Exam Prep advises you to not start any new topic preparation, no matter how essential it is. This is the time to just revise the important topics of the paper which you’ve already gone through. Revision plays an important role in the last-minute exam strategy.

Plan a proper timetable, focus on proper study plan as well as the revision. Dedicate more time towards analyzing your performance in mock tests you take and learn from your mistakes.

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3. Stay cool and avoid last-minute cramming

Often students are seen engaged in heavy preparation at the last moment which results in muddling up of their thoughts. This will create undue stress which is not what you would want to do. We request you to stay calm and keep an eye on prepared topics.

Keep solving previous year’s papers and have faith in preparation. Don’t forget to go through the important topics asked in the professional knowledge section of the previous year’s paper.

Also, Check

IBPS SO Previous Year’s Questions

4. Start with Easy Topics to Boost up Yourself

Try to finish one of the topics you’ve chosen. Don’t leave half of the topics in the middle of the discussion. You will be able to cope with your lack of confidence during exam days in this manner. As a result, finish the topics on time while focusing on one at a time.

5. Complete the Scoring Topics First

IBPS SO is the most difficult exam, with a lower selection ratio than other IBPS exams such as PO. As a result, it is recommended that you concentrate on high-scoring areas such as verbal reasoning, blood relation, and professional knowledge of your field.

Also, Check

IBPS SO Syllabus

6. Eat Healthy & Sleep well

Our body needs the energy to work and perform efficiently. Healthy nutrition and ample sleep give an extra edge during the exam. Avoid junk food and drink an adequate amount of water to avoid dehydration. Also, try to get at least 8 hours of sleep during the exam days.

7. Maintain the Speed & Accuracy

When writing a paper, your pace is quite vital. In a CBT-style test, you must keep track of both the time and the speed. Try to avoid lengthy problems that need a lot of reading time, especially in reasoning, such as seated arrangement issues, which you can solve later if you have the time.

8. Do’s & Don’ts

• Read all the questions properly. You might get questions in different formats or languages.
• Be relaxed and stay calm. IBPS will decide the cut-off as per the level of difficulty of the exam.

Also, Check

IBPS SO Cutoff

• Attempt only those questions you are sure of. Don’t make wild guesses. There is negative marking in the exam and your guess can lead to deduction of marks.
• Pick and attempt those topics/questions first which seems easier.
• Accuracy can make and break your chances of selection in the exam. So, do not compromise with accuracy to increase your attempts.
• Maintain a proper speed. It is highly essential to attempt a good number of questions keeping in mind the rising level of exams.
• Do not get frustrated if you find a completely new pattern question. Try to understand it by reading its instructions properly and marking the answer accordingly.

• Do not forget to carry your passport size photographs (same as that on the admit card), photocopy, and original ID proof with you. 

General Last Minute Tips for IBPS SO 2022 

• To be physically fit, eat healthful foods and drink enough water.
• Relax and don’t be concerned.
• Before the exam dates, get plenty of rest.
• Keep an eye on your speed, accuracy, and time management.
• Take a printout of your to admit card and read through all of the instructions.
• If you’re not feeling confident in the test room, don’t worry, just keep a cheerful attitude.
• Take a printout of your admit card and photo identity proof in advance to avoid last-minute tension. Confirm the location and reach the exam center before time.