IBPS PO Quant Master Strategy 2025, Know Tips to Score 30+ Marks in Maths Section

IBPS PO 2025 Exam: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the IBPS PO exam annually to recruit Probationary Officers (PO) posts. This competitive exam is known for its dynamic pattern and challenging sections, particularly the Quantitative Aptitude section. Scoring high in this section requires preparing a detailed, structured plan for the quantitative section. Here we are providing the IBPS PO Quant Master strategy along with the topic-wise preparation techniques and time management strategies to help you achieve 30+ marks in the Prelims and excel in the Mains.

IBPS PO Quant Section

The Quantitative Aptitude section tests your numerical ability, problem-solving skills, and time management under pressure. Quantitative questions assess your ability to handle mathematical calculations and interpret data accurately and quickly. Here we are providing the detailed information for IBSP PO Quant prelims and mains pattern along with the most scoring topics.

• Prelims Exam:
  • Number of Questions: 35
  • Total Marks: 35
  • Time Allotted: 20 minutes
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
  • Most Scoring Topics: Simplification/Approximation, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Percentage, etc.)
• Mains Exam:
  • Number of Questions: 35
  • Total Marks: 60
  • Time Allotted: 45 minutes
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
  • Mains Quant Scoring Topics: Data Analysis & Interpretation (advanced DI), Arithmetic, Data Sufficiency, Quadratic Equations, Number Series, Probability, and Mensuration

The Quant section contains sectional timing, with a sectional cut-off for both Prelims and Mains.

Topic-wise Weightage for IBPS PO Quant (Based on Previous Year Papers)

Before starting the Preparation, it is important to know the Quant frequently asked topics and their approximate weightage based on the previous year trends

Prelims:

• Simplification/Approximation: 10-12 questions
• Number Series (Missing/Wrong/Quadratic): 5-6 questions
• Data Interpretation (Table, Pie, Line, Bar): 10-15 questions
• Arithmetic Word Problems: 10 questions
  

Mains:

• Data Interpretation (Caselet, Bar, Pie, Line, Tabular, Radar, Mixed Graph): 20-25 questions
• Arithmetic Word Problems: 10-12 questions
• Missing/Wrong Number Series: 3-5 questions
• Data Sufficiency (2/3 statements): 4-5 questions
• Quadratic Equations: 3-5 questions

Understanding these trends helps aspirants focus their preparation on high-yield areas.

IBPS PO Quant Master Strategy 2025: Section-wise Tips

Here we are providing the section quant topic-wise master strategy. Candidates can check the topic-wise master strategy in the section below.

Simplification and Approximation (Focus on Prelims)

Why Important: High scoring, easy to moderate difficulty, and less time-consuming.

Master Tips:

• Revise basic calculation techniques: BODMAS, squares up to 30, cubes up to 20, percentage conversions.
• Learn Vedic Math shortcuts to perform multiplication, addition and squaring.
• Practice 15-20 questions daily from previous years’ papers and mock tests.

Number Series (Prelims and Mains)

Why Important: Conceptual and pattern-based tests calculate speed as well as reasoning ability.

Master Tips:

• Familiarise yourself with the common patterns: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, square/cube series, and alternate numbers.
• Focus on pattern recognition within 30 seconds.
• Solve 5-10 questions daily.

Data Interpretation (Focus on Prelims and Mains)

Why Important: Maximum weightage in Mains, moderate to difficult level.

Master Tips:

• Strengthen ratio, percentage, average and calculation skills.
• Practice different DI sets: Bar, Pie, Table, Caselet, Radar, Mixed Graphs.
• Focus on approximation techniques to save time.
• Practice sets with missing values ​​and comparison-based DI.
• Attempt 3-5 DI sets daily for Mains.

Arithmetic Word Problems (Prelims and Mains)

Why Important: Application-based tests assess conceptual clarity.

Master Tips:

• Focus on high-frequency topics: Time and Work, Profit and Loss, SI and CI, Boats and Streams, Time-Speed-Distance, Pipes and Cisterns, Mixtures.
• Revise formulas regularly.
• Solve 10-15 word problems daily, increasing the difficulty progressively.
• Practice previous year PYP questions for better understanding.

Data Sufficiency (Mains exam focus)

Why Important: Conceptual + Reasoning mix, moderate to difficult level.

Master Tips:

• Understand when one, both or none of the statements are sufficient.
• Revise core Arithmetic, Algebra and Number System concepts.
• Practice 10 questions every other day.

Quadratic Equations (Prelims and Mains)

Why Important: Quick and high scoring.

Master Tips:

• Revise factorisation and the quadratic formula method.
• Memorise squares and cubes for faster calculations.
• Solve 5-10 questions regularly.

Year	Paper PDF Links
2024 Question Paper	Download Free PDF with Detailed Solution
2023 Question Paper	Download Free PDF with Detailed Solution
2022 Question Paper	Download Free PDF with Detailed Solution
2021 Question Paper	Download Free PDF with Detailed Solution
2020 Question Paper	Download Free PDF with Detailed Solution
2019 Question Paper	Download Free PDF with Detailed Solution

Step-by-Step Master Plan to boost your score 30+ in the Quant Section

To boost your Marks in the Quant section, we have provided step-by-step guidance to boost your score 30+ in the Quant section:-

Step 1: Know the Pattern and Syllabus

Before starting your preparation, it is important to understand the latest exam pattern and detailed syllabus. Check the official notification and understand the number of questions, marks, and topics to be covered. 

Step 2: Take a free mock test to know your current level of preparation

Taking a full-length mock tests initially gives you a real idea of ​​your current preparation. It highlights your strong and weak areas, helping you know which topics need immediate attention. Also, it familiarises you with the exam interface and time management.

Step 3: Take topic tests and mini mock tests to enhance your performance in topic-wise preparation

After identifying the weak areas, take topic-wise tests for each chapter, such as Number Series, Simplification, and Arithmetic. Follow this up with mini mock tests to test assorted topics under timed conditions. This will gradually improve your accuracy and confidence in different sections.

Step 4: Take a sectional mock test to increase your speed

Once you are comfortable with the topics, attempt sectional mocks for the quant section only. Focus on improving your speed and accuracy by solving 35 questions within the given time. This helps build exam stamina and improves your ability to quickly switch between question types.

Step 5: Solve previous year papers to know the difficulty level of the exam

Previous year papers are the best source to understand the difficulty and question trends of the actual exam. Solve them regularly to analyse the question pattern, frequently asked topics and tricky areas. It also prepares you for exam pressure and real-time challenges.

Step 6: Download free PDFs to solve different levels of Questions

Gather a good collection of free PDFs available online containing important Quant questions. Solve questions ranging from easy to medium and difficult levels. This ensures that you are prepared for any surprises in the exam and improves problem-solving skills.

Step 7: Revise formulas for all scoring topics

Formulas are the backbone of Quant preparation. Make it a habit to revise all the important formulas daily, especially for topics like SI and CI, Time and Work, and Profit and Loss. A quick formula revision can save precious seconds in the exam and increase your number of attempts.

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