{"id":146591,"date":"2025-09-16T16:55:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T11:25:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=146591"},"modified":"2025-09-16T16:55:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T11:25:34","slug":"ibps-po-vs-rrb-po-which-exam-is-easier-to-crack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/ibps-po-vs-rrb-po-which-exam-is-easier-to-crack\/","title":{"rendered":"IBPS PO vs RRB PO, Which Exam is Easier to Crack?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb IBPS PO<\/a><\/span> \u00bb IBPS PO vs RRB PO, Which Exam is Easier to Crack?<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n

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Candidates who want to choose one of these two exams and prepare for it often ask this question: \u201cWhich is easier \u2013 IBPS PO or RRB PO?\u201d It\u2019s a common question, especially for first-time aspirants. Both exams are for Probationary Officer (PO) posts, and both are conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). But still, there are some major pattern-wise, difficulty level-wise, and selection criteria-wise differences between them. And these differences make one exam more suitable than the other, depending on a candidate’s interest or strengths. In this blog, we will break it down for you in simple terms and help you choose which one might be the better fit for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which is easier to crack: IBPS PO or RRB PO?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The answer depends on your strengths and weaknesses. If you are weak in English, then RRB PO can be easier, because English is not part of the Prelims exam in RRB PO. On the other hand, if you\u2019re comfortable with English and want to target national-level banks, then IBPS PO may offer better opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s look at a comparison between the two exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IBPS PO vs RRB PO, Main Differences <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here is how these two exams are different:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS PO vs RRB PO: Main Differences Explained<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Parameter<\/strong><\/td>IBPS PO<\/strong><\/td>RRB PO<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Conducting Body<\/strong><\/td>IBPS \u2013 Conducts exams for national public sector banks.<\/td>IBPS

\u2013 Also conducts RRB PO for regional rural banks.<\/td><\/tr>
Prelims Subjects<\/strong><\/td>

English, Quant, Reasoning \u2013 English adds a competitive layer.<\/td>		Quant, Reasoning

\u2013 Easier for non-English medium students.<\/td><\/tr>
English in Prelims?<\/strong><\/td>

Yes \u2013 Compulsory section with decent weightage.<\/td>		No

It is a big relief for candidates weak in English.<\/td><\/tr>
Exam Level<\/strong><\/td>Moderate to Tough

\u2013 More complicated puzzles and lengthy questions.<\/td>		Easy to Moderate

\u2013 More direct questions with simpler logic.<\/td><\/tr>
Job Posting<\/strong><\/td>Urban & Semi-Urban

\u2013 Usually in metros and tier-2 cities.<\/td>		Mostly Rural & Semi-Rural

\u2013 Postings in village-level or small towns.<\/td><\/tr>
Language Preference<\/strong><\/td>English\/Hindi

\u2013 No regional language requirement.<\/td>		Regional Language Required in Some States


\u2013 Important for interviews.<\/td><\/tr>
Final Interview<\/strong><\/td>Yes

\u2013 Weightage in final selection.<\/td>		Yes

\u2013 Includes regional language proficiency check in some banks.<\/td><\/tr>
Vacancies<\/strong><\/td>Moderate

\u2013 Varies year to year.<\/td>		High

\u2013 Often, more vacancies than IBPS PO in recent years.<\/td><\/tr>
Salary Structure<\/strong><\/td>Slightly Higher (Includes city allowance and benefits.)<\/td>Slightly Lower (Perks vary by bank and rural location.)<\/td><\/tr>
Work Culture<\/strong><\/td>Fast-paced with more growth opportunities in larger branches.<\/td>Promotions are available, but are generally slower than IBPS PO.<\/td><\/tr>
Career Growth<\/strong><\/td>Quicker promotions in competitive, high-performing environments.<\/td>Relatively relaxed, but with a strong community impact in rural banking.<\/td><\/tr>
Transfer Policy<\/strong><\/td>Frequent transfers across India.<\/td>Mostly limited to the same state or region.<\/td><\/tr>
Work Pressure<\/strong><\/td>High, due to sales targets and heavy workload in cities.<\/td>Moderate, less pressure compared to urban branches.<\/td><\/tr>
Eligibility for Exams<\/strong><\/td>Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.<\/td>Same, Graduate degree required, but knowledge of local language preferred.<\/td><\/tr>
Computer Knowledge Section<\/strong><\/td>Included in Mains as part of General Awareness.<\/td>Separate section in Mains, basic knowledge tested.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Which exam has an easier syllabus and pattern?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Both exams have similar subjects, like Quantitative Aptitude<\/strong> and Reasoning Ability<\/strong> in Prelims. But the main difference is the English section<\/strong>, which is only in IBPS PO Prelims<\/strong>. That makes RRB PO easier<\/strong> for students who are weak in English<\/strong> or come from a Hindi-medium background<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Mains, both exams include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n