IBPS SO Prelims Exam Analysis 2025: August 30 Shift 1 & 2 Review
New Delhi, August 30, 2025 — The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) successfully conducted the Specialist Officer (SO) Prelims Exam 2025 across multiple centers in India. Held in two shifts, the exam tested candidates on English Language, Reasoning Ability, and Quantitative Aptitude/General Awareness. Based on candidate feedback and expert reviews, the overall difficulty level was rated as moderate, with a few sections leaning toward the easier side.
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Shift-Wise Difficulty Level
| Section | Shift 1 Difficulty | Shift 2 Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | Moderate | Easy to Moderate |
| Reasoning Ability | Moderate | Moderate |
| Quantitative Aptitude / GA | Moderate | Moderate |
| Overall | Moderate | Moderate |
Candidates who managed their time well and maintained accuracy were able to attempt a good number of questions, potentially placing them above the expected cut-off.
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✅ Good Attempts (Estimated)
| Section | Good Attempts (Shift 1) | Good Attempts (Shift 2) |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 31–34 | 29–31 |
| Reasoning Ability | 28–30 | 26–28 |
| Quantitative Aptitude / GA | 25–28 | 25–27 |
| Total | 84–95 | 80–86 |
📚 Memory-Based Questions Overview
English Language
- Reading Comprehension (Topics: Online Gaming, Lakes)
- Cloze Test
- Error Detection
- Word Usage & Rearrangement
- Sentence Arrangement
- Phrase Connectors
- Swap the Word
Reasoning Ability
- Floor-Based Puzzle
- Parallel Row Seating Arrangement
- Square Seating Arrangement
- Input-Output
- Direction Sense
- Blood Relation
- Coding-Decoding
- Inequalities
- Data Sufficiency
Quantitative Aptitude / General Awareness
- Data Interpretation (Pie Chart, Bar Graph)
- Arithmetic Word Problems
- Simplification
- Number Series
- Time & Work
- Profit & Loss
- Current Affairs (for GA section in applicable posts)
📝 Final Thoughts
The IBPS SO Prelims 2025 maintained a balanced level of difficulty across both shifts. Candidates who focused on speed, accuracy, and smart question selection had a clear advantage. With the prelims being a qualifying stage, aspirants are now gearing up for the Mains exam, where professional knowledge will be key.
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