The official IBPS SO 2026 prelims exam is conducted in 2 shifts (expected) on 29th August 2026. Check your admit card for individual shift timings. The official IBPS SO prelims shift timings 2026 are expected to be from 10 AM - 11.20 PM and 2 PM - 3.20 PM.

IBPS SO Mains Exam Shift Timings 2026 (Expected)

• IBPS SO Prelims 1st Shift Timings - Reporting at 9 AM | Exam From 10 AM - 11.20 AM
• IBPS SO Prelims 2nd Shift Timings - Reporting at 1 PM | Exam from 2 PM - 3.20 PM

Along with the IBPS SO prelims Shift Timings 2026, candidates can refer to the IBPS SO exam reporting time, exam start and end time, and other important instructions while appearing for the examination. Candidates should arrive at the exam venue 15 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. The IBPS SO prelims exam duration is 80 minutes.

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IBPS SO 2026 Important Dates

Check out the important dates regarding the IBPS SO examination tabulated below before proceeding to know the IBPS SO prelims Shift Timings 2026.

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IBPS SO Prelims Time Duration 2026

IBPS SO Exam Time Duration: As per the IBPS SO revised exam pattern released along with the notification pdf, the IBPS SO prelims exam duration is 80 minutes. Candidates appearing for the IBPS SO prelims examination should keep in mind the IBPS SO prelims exam time duration 2026 and finish the examination within the stipulated time. There will be separate sectional timing of 20 minutes for each section comprising the total IBPS SO Exam duration 2026 for prelims.

IBPS SO Exam Timings 2026

The shift-wise IBPS SO exam timings 2026 are tabulated below.

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IBPS SO Prelims Exam Instructions

Candidates can check their respective IBPS SO prelims shift timings 2026, exam date, and venue details. Reach the exam venue as per the IBPS SO exam time 2026. Apart from the IBPS SO prelims shift timings 2026, various instructions are available on the admit card. Here are some important instructions mentioned in the admit card.

• 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.

IBPS SO Prelims Examination Pattern 2026

FAQs

Q. When was the IBPS SO Prelims examination scheduled to be held?

A. The IBPS SO Prelims examination is scheduled to be held on 29.8.2026.

Q. What are the IBPS SO Prelims exam timings for shift 1?

A. The IBPS SO Prelims shift timings for shift 1 are expected to be from 10 AM to 11:20 AM.

Q. What is the IBPS SO Prelims reporting time for shift 2?

The IBPS SO Prelims reporting time for shift 2 is expected to be from 2 PM to 3:20 PM.