IBPS PO 2025 Prelims is going to be conducted on 17th, 23rd, and 24th August. In such a situation, when less than a month is left for preparation and revision. Students have started to prepare for high-scoring topics that are easy to solve and do not take much time, as it is a race against time where you cannot make mistakes. Talking about the English section, which is quite underrated among the aspirants, but can be a game-changer. One of the many high-scoring topics is Fill in the Blanks, which requires minimal effort and maximum scores. In this blog, we are going to decode a strategy that can help you achieve the same.
Types of Fill in the Blanks for IBPS PO Prelims and Mains
In prelims, you will mostly find questions that are of a basic to moderate level, whereas in mains, you will find questions that are of an advanced level. In the table given below, we have discussed the types along with examples for better understanding.
IBPS PO Prelims Pattern – Fill in the Blanks
| Type | Strategy | Example | Correct Answer |
| A. Single Blank (5 options) | – Predict the word before checking options- Eliminate grammatically or contextually wrong choices | The idea was ______ but not practical. Possible Answers: brilliant, innovative, ambitious | b) rational |
| B. Double Blank (5 options) | – Both words should make sense- Check for logical connection or collocation | The manager was known for his ______ decisions that boosted team morale. Options: a) impulsive, b) rational, c) vague, d) ignorant, e) hostile | b) stimulate, under control |
| C. Multiple Possible Fills | – Vocabulary-based- More than one word may fit logically | The idea was ______, but not practical. Possible Answers: brilliant, innovative, ambitious | All three acceptable |
IBPS PO Mains Pattern – Fill in the Blanks
| Type | Strategy | Example | Correct Answer |
| A. Phrase/Phrasal Blank | – Read the sentence’s tone and flow- Select the phrase that completes it naturally | The country has seen significant improvement in renewable energy investment. Solar installations doubled, and wind energy capacity surged. Which follows next? Options: a) Increased pollution,ution c) Fossil fuels rose, c) Commitment to clean energy | b) come to terms |
| B. Dual Sentences, One Word/Phrase | – Ensure one word fits both blanks- Positive/negative tone must be consistent | – Read the entire paragraph- Pick the sentence that logically fits and maintains tone | e) promote |
| C. Paragraph Completion (One Sentence) | The country has seen significant improvement in renewable energy investment. Solar installations doubled, and wind energy capacity surged. Which follows next? Options: a) Increased poll,ution c) Fossil fuels rose, c) Commitment to clean energy | The country has seen significant improvement in renewable energy investment. Solar installations doubled, and wind energy capacity surged. Which follows next? Options: a) Increased pollution, c) Fossil fuels rose, c) Commitment to clean energy | c) These efforts reflect… |
Strategy to solve Fill in the Blanks with Example.
The complete step-by-step strategy, along with examples, is given below along with examples.
Read the Complete Sentence First
Read the sentence and try to understand the tone, inference, and context in which the sentence is all about.
Example:
The scientist was ______ for his contribution to medical research.
By reading the sentence, you get a positive vibe, then expect a positive word like honoured, applauded, etc. to be fitted here.
Predict the Missing Word Yourself
Before heading towards the options, try to predict the missing words by yourself; you will get better at this by practicing on alternate days. Think of a word which is grammatically and in contextually can be correct or fitted in the blanks given.
Eliminate Wrong Options
Start eliminating options that are not grammatically correct or do not match the tone of the sentence. Suppose if the sentence is in a negative tone, and you get an option which indicates a positive response, then eliminate that option first.
Watch Out for Common Traps
Words like effect vs affect, advice vs advise create a lot of difference in the meaning of the sentence, so choose wisely. Also, if you find any fancy vocabulary it is not coincide with the sentence, drop that option on a first-hand basis.
Check Collocations & Phrases
The words that go along naturally are called collocations. Example- Do a mistake is a wrong phrase, and the correct one is make a mistake. Similarly, not deeply appreciated is wrong, and the correct one is highly appreciated.
Common Verbs, Connectors & Adjectives for Fill in the Blanks – IBPS PO 2025
Here is a table that shows the word categories one should focus on while solving Fill in the Blanks.
| Type | Word | Usage Example |
| Positive Verb | Applaud | The audience applauded the performer. |
| Positive Verb | Appreciate | We appreciate your hard work. |
| Positive Verb | Support | She supported the new policy. |
| Positive Verb | Praise | He was praised for his honesty. |
| Positive Verb | Promote | The company promoted him to a managerial position. |
| Negative Verb | Criticize | The media criticized the delay. |
| Negative Verb | Blame | The player was blamed for the loss. |
| Negative Verb | Ignore | He ignored the warning signs. |
| Negative Verb | Condemn | The act was condemned by leaders worldwide. |
| Neutral Verb | Announce | The results were announced yesterday. |
| Neutral Verb | Include | The team includes several new players. |
| Neutral Verb | Suggest | Experts suggest a balanced diet. |
| Neutral Verb | Choose | She chose the red dress. |
| Connector | Although | Although he was late, he apologized. |
| Connector | Therefore | He studied hard; therefore, he passed. |
| Connector | However | She wanted to go; however, it rained. |
| Adjective | Efficient | He is an efficient worker. |
| Adjective | Reliable | This is a reliable source of information. |
Conclusion
In this blog, we have discussed all the important points on which one should focus while solving the Fill in the Blanks questions in IBPS PO 2025 exam. For better understanding, examples are also given along with a list of words to focus on. To better yourself, you need to practice rigorously. To help you in practicing questions, we have come up with a mock test series in which you get one full-length mock test absolutely free. Hurry up! The link is given below.
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FAQs
Try to focus on the tone, inference, and context of the given sentence if you are not able to get the exact meaning of a word, and do not try to guess, as this can result in negative marking.
No, not necessarily as it all depends on your understanding and practice. If you get the context correctly then you will be able to get the right answers.
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