Preliminary Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Exam consists of three sections, totaling 100 questions. You will have 1 hour to complete the exam. Each section will test different skills, including English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Each section has specific marks allocated, which contribute to your overall score.
| Test | Duration | Max Marks | No. of Questions |
|---|
| English Language | 20 minutes | 30 | 30 |
| Numerical Ability | 20 minutes | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 20 minutes | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 1 Hour | 100 | 100 |
Main Exam Pattern
The Main Examination comprises a total of 190 questions across four sections, requiring 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Each section tests different competencies, including General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude. You must manage your time efficiently to maximize your score in each area.
| Test | Duration | Max Marks | No. of Questions |
|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 35 minutes | 50 | 50 |
| General English | 35 minutes | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 45 minutes | 50 | 50 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 45 minutes | 60 | 50 |
| Total | 2 Hours 40 minutes | 200 | 190 |