IBPS Clerk

Section-wise Analysis of IBPS Clerk 2021 Prelims- Dec 12

Here is the detailed section-wise topic-wise analysis of IBPS Clerk 2021 Prelims. This exam is going to take place throughout the day. Have a look:

IBPS Clerk 2021 Prelims Analysis- Dec 12- Shift II

Feedback from the students suggested that some questions varied for some aspirants.

Shift II- English Language Analysis

TopicNo. of Questions
Reading Comprehension (synonym/ antonym & filler based questions)8
Error Detection5
Single Fillers6
Para jumbles5
Word Swap6
Total30

Shift II- Numerical Ability Analysis

TopicNo. of Questions
Simplification 10
Missing Number Series5
Data Interpretation
-Tabular data on pens, pencils & erasers
-Caselet
8
Word Problems12
Total35

Shift II- Reasoning Ability Analysis

TopicNo. of Questions
Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
-Double Line Seating Arrangement of 10 people
-Floor-based Puzzle of 7 people
-Order-based Puzzle
-1 More Puzzle
18
Syllogism2
Numeric Series1
Alphanumeric Series5
Inequalities5
Coding-decoding1
Direction-sense3
Total35

Dec 12- Shift II- Good Attempts

SectionGood Attempts
English Language20-23
Numerical Ability26-29
Reasoning Ability25-28
Overall70-73

IBPS Clerk 2021 Prelims Analysis- Dec 12- Shift I

Feedback from the students suggested that some questions varied for some aspirants.

Shift I- English Language Analysis

TopicNo. of Questions
Reading Comprehension (antonym of stale & synonym of run)7
Error Detection5
Misspelt Words6
Para jumbles5
Sentence Rearrangement4
Word Swap4
Total30

Shift I- Numerical Ability Analysis

TopicNo. of Questions
Simplification 10
Wrong Number Series5
Data Interpretation
-Tabular data on hall & months
5
Word Problems15
Total35

Shift I- Reasoning Ability Analysis

TopicNo. of Questions
Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
-Linear Seating Arrangement of 8 people facing North
-Linear Seating Arrangement of Uncertain people
-Floor-based Puzzle of 8 people & 2 floors
-Comparison-based Puzzle
-Circular Seating Arrangement of 8 people facing inside
20
Syllogism3
Inequalities4
Alphanumeric Series5
Direction Sense3
Total35

Dec 12- Shift I- Good Attempts

SectionGood Attempts
English Language20-23
Numerical Ability25-28
Reasoning Ability25-28
Overall70-73

We sincerely hope that the analysis of IBPS Clerk 2021 Prelims will be useful to all banking aspirants.

Disclaimer

This exam analysis has been prepared using feedback from test-takers and insights from subject experts. The observations regarding section-wise difficulty levels, question trends, and “good attempts” are indicative estimates only and should not be interpreted as definitive or universally applicable. Actual exam experiences may vary across candidates. Wherever possible, references are drawn from reliable sources and past exam patterns to provide context. Readers are strongly encouraged to verify all details with official answer keys, notifications, and updates released by IBPS before making any conclusions or preparation decisions. This content is intended to serve as a guidance resource and not as an official or guaranteed representation of the exam.

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