The IBPS RRB PO Prelims exam is scheduled to be conducted on 21st and 22nd November 2026 in 4 separate shifts. The Shift Timings 2026 are 9 AM - 9.45 AM, 11.15 AM - 12 PM, 1.30 PM - 2.15 PM, and 3.30 PM - 4.15 PM. The complete information and instructions for the IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam 2026 are provided here for the candidates appearing for the exam. Also, this page includes the reporting time, exam start and end time, handwriting sample time, etc. Candidates must arrive at the exam centre 15-30 minutes before the reporting time stated on the admit card.

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IBPS RRB PO Prelims Shift Timings 2026

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Shift Timings 2026: The IBPS RRB PO prelims examination is scheduled for the 21st and 22nd November 2026. The IBPS RRB PO prelims examination is scheduled to be held in four shifts. Candidates can check the IBPS RRB PO prelims shift timings 2026 provided here.

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IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam - Important Dates

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IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Time Duration 2026

The IBPS RRB PO prelims exam time duration is 45 minutes. The IBPS RRB PO prelims exam consists of 2 sections, namely, Reasoning and Numerical Ability.

Is There Negative Marking In IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam 2026?

IBPS RRB PO Negative Marking 2026: For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-fourth or 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty to arrive at the corrected score. If a question is left blank, i.e. no answer is marked by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.

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Exam Instructions For IBPS RRB PO

Candidates can check the exam-related instructions from the IBPS RRB PO admit card 2026 along with the shift timings. Check the important instructions for the IBPS RRB PO prelims exam below.

• Candidates need to bring their call letter with a photo pasted in the box specified.
• A photocopy of photo identity proof stapled with admit card, and the same photo ID in original with 1 additional photograph - THIS IS ESSENTIAL.

Valid ID Proofs

• 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
• Valid recent 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

ID Proof - Not Valid

• Ration Card
• Learner’s Driving License

Candidates reporting without one photograph pasted on the Call Letter and one additional photograph will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

FAQs

Q. In how many shifts will the IBPS RRB PO prelims examination 2026 be held?

The IBPS RRB PO prelims exam 2026 will be held in four shifts.

Q. What are the IBPS RRB PO prelims 2026 shift timings?

The IBPS RRB PO prelims shift timings 2026 are 9 AM - 9.45 AM, 11.15 AM - 12 PM, 1.30 PM - 2.15 PM, and 3.30 PM - 4.15 PM.