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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

Topic	No. of Questions
Reading Comprehension (synonym/ antonym & filler based questions)	8
Error Detection	5
Single Fillers	6
Para jumbles	5
Word Swap	6
Total	30

Shift II- Numerical Ability Analysis

Topic	No. of Questions
Simplification	10
Missing Number Series	5
Data Interpretation -Tabular data on pens, pencils & erasers -Caselet	8
Word Problems	12
Total	35

Shift II- Reasoning Ability Analysis

Topic	No. 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
Syllogism	2
Numeric Series	1
Alphanumeric Series	5
Inequalities	5
Coding-decoding	1
Direction-sense	3
Total	35

Dec 12- Shift II- Good Attempts

Section	Good Attempts
English Language	20-23
Numerical Ability	26-29
Reasoning Ability	25-28
Overall	70-73

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

Topic	No. of Questions
Reading Comprehension (antonym of stale & synonym of run)	7
Error Detection	5
Misspelt Words	6
Para jumbles	5
Sentence Rearrangement	4
Word Swap	4
Total	30

Shift I- Numerical Ability Analysis

Topic	No. of Questions
Simplification	10
Wrong Number Series	5
Data Interpretation -Tabular data on hall & months	5
Word Problems	15
Total	35

Shift I- Reasoning Ability Analysis

Topic	No. 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
Syllogism	3
Inequalities	4
Alphanumeric Series	5
Direction Sense	3
Total	35

Dec 12- Shift I- Good Attempts

Section	Good Attempts
English Language	20-23
Numerical Ability	25-28
Reasoning Ability	25-28
Overall	70-73

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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