IBPS RRB OA has a tight notification-to-exam window of 60–75 days. A 3-month preparation plan allows comfortable coverage of all sections with time for mock tests.
Phase 1: Foundation (Month 1)
- Reasoning: Master Puzzles and Seating Arrangements (15–20 questions in Prelims come from this area alone). Practice 5 puzzles daily.
- Numerical Ability: Revise Arithmetic (Percentage, Ratio, SI/CI, Profit-Loss, Time-Work). Solve 30 questions daily. Start DI (Bar + Line charts).
- Banking Awareness: Read Arihant Banking Awareness. Note key RBI rates, NABARD details, and banking schemes.
Phase 2: Mains Sections (Month 2)
- Advanced Reasoning: Machine Input-Output, Inequality, Advanced Puzzles (3D Seating, Box Puzzle, Blood Relation Puzzle).
- Language Section: Daily Reading Comprehension (1 passage), 10 Cloze Test questions, and error spotting practice.
- Computer Knowledge: Complete in 2 weeks – 1 hour daily. Focus on MS Office shortcuts and networking basics.
- Mock Tests: Start 2 Prelims mocks per week. Aim for 60+ out of 80 consistently.
Phase 3: Mocks + Revision (Month 3)
- Take 3 full Prelims mocks + 2 Mains mocks per week.
- Update Banking/Current Affairs to the current month (RBI policy rates, new government schemes).
- Target: 130+ in Mains mocks for a safe buffer above General category cutoff.
Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7–9 AM | Reasoning (Puzzles + new topic) |
| 10 AM–12 PM | Numerical Ability (DI + Arithmetic) |
| 2–3 PM | Banking/Current Affairs |
| 4–5 PM | Language Section + Computer |
| 7–9 PM | Mock test / PYQ analysis |