How to Score 30+ Marks in Quant Sections for IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025 Exam?

The IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025 exam is the first stage of the selection process and consists of three sections: English Language, Numerical Ability (Quantitative Aptitude), and Reasoning Ability. Among these, the Quantitative Aptitude section is considered to be the most challenging as it requires both accuracy and speed. To score good marks, candidates must prepare well for this section and practice with a variety of questions. In the actual exam, if you want to score 30+ marks in Quant, then you need to practice very diligently and analyse it along with the mock tests. If you are consistently scoring 30+ marks in practice tests, then you can easily score 28+ marks in the actual exam and easily clear the cut-off. Here we are providing a detailed preparation Strategy to boost your score in the quant section for the IBPS Clerk 2025 exam.

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Before starting preparation, you should know your Quant pattern & weightage

Pattern

• Total Questions: 35
• Total Marks: 35
• Time Allotted: 20 minutes
• Negative Marking: 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question

Since you get just 20 minutes, time management is the most important factor in the Quant exam. You must aim to solve 30+ questions with at least 90% accuracy to maximise your chances of clearing the cutoff and boosting your overall score.

Scoring Topics

Start smart, not narrow. Focusing on the most-scoring topics is a great way to build speed and confidence, but it doesn’t mean you should skip the one-mark questions. In the actual paper, if a Data Interpretation (DI) set has 10 questions and looks calculation-heavy or time-consuming, don’t get stuck. Move on, pick up the simple one-mark questions, and come back to DI later if time allows. That way you keep your accuracy high and your attempts ticking up.

Based on the last few years’ trends, these are the most important topics for the Quant section:

• Simplification/Approximation – 8 to 10 questions
• Number Series (Missing/Wrong) – 5 questions
• Quadratic Equations – 5 questions
• Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Table, Pie Chart, Line Graph, Caselet) – 5 to 7 questions
• Arithmetic Word Problems (Percentage, Ratio, Profit & Loss, SI-CI, Speed-Distance-Time, Age, Partnership, Mixture & Alligation, Probability, Mensuration) – 8 to 10 questions

How to attempt the Quant Section in the Examination (a simple process):

• Start with the quick wins: Simplification/Approximation → Number Series → Quadratics/Inequalities.
• Solve the short Arithmetic one-shots you are comfortable with.
• Solve the easiest DI set you see (clear numbers, minimum conversions).
• Repeat any remaining DI or long Arithmetic only if time permits.

How to Score 30+ Marks in Quant Sections for IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025 Exam?

The Quantitative Aptitude section of the IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam 2025 is often considered the toughest as it requires both speed and accuracy. The quant section contains 35 questions to solve in just 20 minutes; candidates must have a clear plan to score 30+ marks. Given below is a complete preparation strategy that will help you maximise your score.

Clear Your Basics First

The first step is to strengthen your fundamentals. Without basics, you’ll struggle with both speed and accuracy. Focus on:

• Number System (divisibility, remainders, HCF & LCM)
• Simplification & Approximation basics
• Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Averages
• Speed, Time, Distance, and Work concepts
  

Tip: Use one trusted YouTube channel or book for conceptual clarity instead of confusing yourself with multiple resources. Once you’re confident with the basics, move to short tricks and advanced methods.

Take a Free Mock Test to know the current level of Preparation

Before starting the preparation of random topics, you can attempt a free mock test to know your current level. This helps you identify:

• Strong areas (e.g., Simplification, Number Series)
• Weak areas (e.g., Data Interpretation, Arithmetic)

Mock test analysis will show whether you’re losing marks due to concept gaps, speed, or silly mistakes. This roadmap saves time and directs your preparation.

Prioritise High-Weightage Topics First 

Start your preparation with topics that carry maximum weightage and can be solved quickly in the exam.

Most Scoring Topics for Quant (IBPS Clerk Prelims):

• Simplification & Approximation (8–10 Qs)
• Number Series (5 Qs)
• Data Interpretation (5–10 Qs)
• Quadratic Equations (3–5 Qs)
• Arithmetic Word Problems (8–10 Qs)

Together, Simplification, Number Series, Quadratic Equations, and DI cover 70% of the Quant section. Mastering these areas will help you score quickly and accurately

Daily Practice Rule: Solve 20 Questions from Each High-Weightage Topic

After completing a topic, immediately solve different questions of each topic so that you can know your mistakes. For example:

• After Simplification → Solve 20 questions in 10 minutes.
• After DI → Attempt a small DI set with a timer.

Practice with our Mini mock Test and Sectional mock test to boost your quant preparations. This improves accuracy under time pressure and builds exam temperament.

Attempt Full-Length Mock Tests for Speed & Accuracy

Once confident in all sections, move to full-length mocks. IBPS Clerk Prelims gives you 100 questions to solve in 60 minutes, so train your brain accordingly.

After every test, analyse your mistakes and revise the concepts you got wrong. This process will help you reach the cut-off and score higher.

Make Your Revision Notes

In the last few days before the exam, when you don’t have enough time to revise the entire book, short notes are extremely useful. Prepare a short notebook with:

• Shortcut formulas (percentages, ratios, profit-loss, SI/CI)
• Square & cube values, tables up to 30, fraction-to-percentage conversions
• Quick DI approaches (ratio method, percentage method)

Before exam day, just revising this notebook can boost your confidence.

Final Words

Scoring 30+ in Quant is possible only with concept clarity + regular practice + smart strategy. Stick to high-weightage topics first, maintain a daily practice routine, and take mock tests seriously. By following this plan consistently, you’ll confidently clear the Quant sectional cut-off and boost your overall score.

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