Dear aspirants, the IBPS PO mains shift timings 2025 for 12th September, shift 1 is 9 AM to 12:10 PM. The IBPS PO mains examination is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) on 12th September 2025 in a single shift. The total time duration for the IBPS PO mains exam is 3 hours 10 minutes (160 minutes + 30 minutes = 190 minutes). The selection process for the IBPS PO will be conducted in three distinct stages: the prelims, mains, and interviews. Candidates who have cleared the prelims examination will proceed to the mains exam (the second stage of the selection process). The reporting time will be 1 hour before the actual exam timings. Candidates should arrive at the exam venue 15 minutes before the reporting time specified on their admit card. Knowing the IBPS PO mains slot timings 2025 helps the candidates reach the exam venue on time without any hassle. This page provides all the necessary details about the IBPS PO mains shift timings 2025 as well as other important information. For any queries, kindly visit the FAQs listed below.

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IBPS PO Mains Shift Timings 2025

The IBPS PO mains examination is scheduled to be held on the 12th September 2025 in a single shift. Candidates can check the IBPS PO official mains shift timings 2025 from the table below.

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Important Dates For IBPS PO Exam 2025

Candidates can check the important dates of the IBPS PO exam 2025 from the table below.

IBPS PO Mains Exam Timings 2025

Here are the IBPS PO mains Exam Timings of 2025.

• The IBPS PO mains Exam timings are 3 hours 10 minutes (160 minutes + 30 minutes = 190 minutes).

• The IBPS PO mains exam consists of 5 sections, i.e., Reasoning (40 Questions), General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness/ Digital/ Financial Awareness, including RBI circulars (35 Questions), English Language (35 Questions), Data Analysis and Interpretation (35 Questions), and Descriptive Paper (2 Questions).

• There are separate IBPS PO mains exam timings for each section. Check the IBPS PO mains timings for each section in the table given below.

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Is There Negative Marking In IBPS PO Mains Exam 2025?

IBPS PO Negative Marking 2025: One-fourth or 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty for each wrong answer.

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IBPS PO Mains Exam Instructions

Check the important instructions related to the IBPS PO mains exam 2025 provided below.

• Candidates can check the exam-related instructions from the IBPS PO admit card 2025 along with the shift timings. 

• Valid Call Letter for the respective date and session of the Examination. Those candidates who are called for the Main Exam will also be required to bring an authenticated/stamped call letter of Preliminary Exam (along with an authenticated/ stamped copy of the ID proof) - THIS IS ESSENTIAL.

• Photo-identity proof (as specified) in original bearing the same name as it appears on the call letter/ application form.

• Candidates reporting late, i.e. after the reporting time specified on the call letter for the Examination, will not be permitted to take the examination.

• The reporting time mentioned on the call letter is before the Start time of the test.

• For the Online Main examination, the duration of the examination is 3 hours 10 minutes, and candidates may be required to be at the venue for about 4 hours or more, including the time required for completion of various formalities such as verification and collection of various requisite documents, logging in, giving of instructions, etc.

• Candidates have to produce, in original, the same photo identity proof bearing the name as it appears on the online application form/ call letter and submit photocopy of the photo identity proof along with Examination call letter as well as the Interview Call Letter while attending the examination/ interview respectively, without which they will not be allowed to take up the examination/ interview.

• To avoid any dispute, the name recorded at the time of application should be identical to the authorised, valid identity proof.

• Candidates need to bring one additional photograph (same as pasted on the call letter) along with the call letter and other requisite documents as per the information provided in the information handout and call letter.

• Candidates reporting without a photograph pasted on the call letter or without one additional photograph (same as pasted on the call letter) will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

• Currently valid photo identity proof  (bearing the same name as it appears on the call letter) such as PAN Card/ Passport/ Permanent Driving License/ Voter’s Card with photograph/ Bank Passbook with photograph/ Photo identity proof issued by a Gazetted Officer or People’s Representative on official letterhead/ Identity Card issued by a recognised college or university/ Aadhaar card/ E-Aadhaar card with a photograph/ Employee ID/Bar Council Identity card with photograph should be submitted to the invigilator for verification.

• In case of candidates who have changed their name, they will be allowed only if they produce the original Gazette notification / their original marriage certificate/affidavit in original.

• Please note: Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License will NOT be accepted as valid ID proof.

• Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS will not be accepted.

• Candidates must bring a blue ink stamp pad and glue to affix the left thumb impression and paste the photograph on the attendance sheet.

• The candidate’s identity will be verified with respect to his/her details on the call letter, in the Attendance List and the requisite documents submitted.

• If the identity of the candidate is in doubt, the candidate may not be allowed to appear for the Examination.

FAQs

Q. When will the IBPS PO mains 2025 exam be held?

The IBPS PO mains Examination will be conducted on 12th September 2025, for candidates who have successfully cleared the prelims stage.

Q: What is the total duration of the IBPS PO mains exam?

The time duration for the IBPS PO mains exam 2025 is 3 hours 10 minutes (160 minutes + 30 minutes = 190 minutes).

Q: What are the section-wise timings for the mains exam?

Reasoning Ability – 50 minutes, General Awareness – 25 minutes. English Language - 40 minutes, Data Analysis and Interpretation - 45 minutes, and Descriptive Paper - 30 minutes.

Q: What time should I report to the exam centre?

Always arrive at least 15 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card. This helps you complete formalities without last-minute stress.

Q: Is there a handwriting sample session during the exam?

Yes. Candidates will be asked to write a handwriting sample, typically before the exam starts. Follow the invigilator’s instructions carefully.

Q: Will the mains exam be conducted in multiple shifts?

No, depending on the number of candidates, IBPS conducts the mains exam in a single shift.