{"id":58164,"date":"2023-08-28T17:06:22","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T11:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=58164"},"modified":"2023-08-28T17:06:22","modified_gmt":"2023-08-28T11:36:22","slug":"cracking-the-reasoning-section-a-26-day-study-plan-for-ibps-po","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/cracking-the-reasoning-section-a-26-day-study-plan-for-ibps-po\/","title":{"rendered":"Cracking the Reasoning Section: A 26-Day Study Plan for IBPS PO"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you aspiring to become a Probationary Officer (PO) in the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)? If so, you&#8217;re likely aware of the importance of the reasoning section in the IBPS PO exam. This section evaluates your logical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for a career in the banking sector. To help you excel in the reasoning section, we&#8217;ve prepared a comprehensive 26-day study plan that covers essential reasoning topics. Let&#8217;s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt IBPS PO 2023 Free Mock Test <\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I<strong>BPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2023<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total no. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total marks<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Time Duration<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English language<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>20 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Logical reasoning<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>35<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>20 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Quantitative aptitude<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>35<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>20 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>100<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>100<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>60 Minutes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day 1-5: Introduction to Reasoning and Basic Concepts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Understand the reasoning section&#8217;s structure, question types, and scoring pattern. Gather study materials and previous years&#8217; question papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 2-3:<\/strong> Focus on understanding basic concepts like the analogy, classification, series, and coding-decoding. Practice a variety of questions to solidify your understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 4-5:<\/strong> Dive into topics like blood relations, directions, and ranking. Solve different types of problems to become comfortable with these concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IBPS PO 2023 Free Mock Test &amp; Analyze Your Performance<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day 6-10: Logical Reasoning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 6:<\/strong> Begin with the fundamentals of syllogisms. Practice different types of syllogism questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 7-8:<\/strong> Study input-output, seating arrangement, and puzzles. These topics require regular practice, so allocate time for daily practice sets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 9-10:<\/strong> Master the concepts of assumptions, arguments, and conclusions. Practice questions from critical reasoning to enhance your logical thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day 11-15: Verbal Reasoning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 11-12:<\/strong> Start with the basics of coding-decoding, including letter shifting and coding in fictitious language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 13-14:<\/strong> Move on to topics like statement and course of action, statement and inference. Understand how to analyze statements and draw valid inferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 15:<\/strong> Study topics like cause and effect, statement, and assumption. Practice scenarios where you need to identify cause-effect relationships accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free Quizzes &amp; Mini Mocks<\/a><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day 16-20: Analytical Reasoning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 16-17:<\/strong> Focus on topics like data sufficiency and decision-making. Learn to solve problems using minimal data and make quick decisions based on given information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 18-19:<\/strong> Study topics like inequalities and numerical operations. These are essential for solving problems related to age, time, and distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 20:<\/strong> Revise all the topics covered so far. Solve mock tests and previous years&#8217; papers to gauge your progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day 21-24: Advanced Reasoning Concepts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 21-22:<\/strong> Understand concepts related to double line-up, circular seating arrangement, and scheduling. These are challenging topics that require thorough practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 23-24:<\/strong> Study the basics of critical reasoning, including assumptions, arguments, and inferences. Practice critical reasoning questions to sharpen your analytical skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/ibps-po\/?ref=8919\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Take a Free Mock Test of IBPS PO 2023<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day 25-26: Mock Tests and Revision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 25:<\/strong> Take a full-length mock test for the reasoning section. Analyze your performance and identify areas that need improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 26:<\/strong> Revise all topics and focus on your weaker areas. Solve a few practice questions to boost your confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, cracking the reasoning section requires a combination of understanding concepts, practice, and strategic preparation. Follow this 26-day study plan diligently, and you&#8217;ll be well on your way to mastering the reasoning section of the IBPS PO exam. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you aspiring to become a Probationary Officer (PO) in the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)? If so, you&#8217;re likely aware of the importance of the reasoning section in the IBPS PO exam. This section evaluates your logical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for a career in the banking sector. 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