Tips to qualify IBPS PO Prelims without coaching


We all should believe in the magic of preparations. After all, conquest of any goal is a result of preparations and determination. The great success stories have taught us that there is no shortcut to success. It is basically a mix and match of preparation, hard work and learning from our mistakes.
If one is trying to ignore the importance of preparations then one is overlooking the logic behind success. To crack IBPS Prelims is difficult but not impossible task, for a strong-willed, determined and hard working aspirant.

Yes, we can prepare successfully for any banking competitive exams even without the help of any bank coaching classes. It can be definitely be true for any aspiring candidate but would require a systematically designed time-table, great efforts, learning skills, lots of hard work and time management tactics.

The coaching classes can be cumbersome at times as they can be time- consuming, uninspiring, uncompetitive and expensive.  Let me add further, the successful and unsuccessful do not vary much in their abilities but greatly vary in their desires to reach the potential. It’s a fact that it’s your mental approach and attitude, which makes you triumphant in the end.

Let us discuss common mistakes which a student do and also tips to overcome them and prepare well for the IBPS PO exams.
1. Don’t use old methods of solving or learning
In IBPS PO (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability and English Language) recruitment exam, there are many questions asked which are of 10th standard level. It does not imply that we should use older or primitive methods shown in 10th standard textbook to solve them.

These methods are only for the understanding of the concepts. In competitive exams, time management is the biggest factor. So, you have to solve maximum questions in minimum time. It’s time factor which decides success rate in competitive exams where millions of candidates compete for their single seat.

The rate of solving maximum questions correctly really makes all the difference. If a candidate is using textbook methods then he will not be able to solve sufficient questions in restricted time. Therefore, he has to learn and use shortcuts and smart methods of solving to qualify the exam.

2. Practice Hard
The topics of IBPS PO exam demands lots of understanding of basic concepts. To become perfect in them, the aspirants should practice harder and harder. They should not waste time in studying basics but should practice hard with previous year’s papers. They should be aware of latest examination pattern.

3. Accurateness and speed of answering the questions
While practicing, they should always try to solve them in restricted time. This practice will enhance their question solving skills and will make them conscious about time management in exams. During solving the question paper, accuracy and speed of calculation speed will play a central role. It has been observed that candidates preparing for IBPS PO exam for the first time usually don’t work on their calculation speed. It results in failure which discourages them. So, both accurateness and speed of answering the questions will be the main reasons for cracking this exam.

4. Attempt sufficient mock tests
Let’s be clear, to qualify computer based online exam of IBPS PO Prelims and Mains, aspirants will have to qualify sectional as well as overall cut-off marks. So, this is where they mistake and are many a time half-prepared, as they are not aware of qualifying method.

There are many cases where some candidates clear sectional cut-off but are unable to clear overall cut-off and vice-versa. This happens due to lack of awareness and lack of practice through Bank Coaching Pala.

Do not jump to mock tests directly as you might lose confidence if you fail to score well. Do start with topic wise quizzes first. This will help you in mastering the topic well and gives you time-bound practice. After mastering all the topics, do attempt mock tests.

To make your chances stronger in the exam, you should attempt ample of mock tests, as it will boost your confidence. It will give you the basic idea of examination pattern and will make you aware of the time management.

5. Proper Analysis of previous exams
The aspirants should thoroughly analysis previous exams and learn about the difficulty level of the questions. They should also learn about the cut-off of the previous exam.
Thereafter, they should develop a strategy for the exam preparation. This strategy should be properly applied while solving mock tests before the exams.

6. Work hard on your weakness
While preparing, you might confront difficulties such as low calculation speed or confusion or problem in any particular topic of mathematics. The candidates should first identify their weakness by attempting sufficient mock tests. After identifying their weakness, they should rectify them by working hard in most accurate way. While working on weakness, they should stress on fundamentals and modes operand of solving them in time with correctness.

7. Proper Time-Table for Study, Practice and Revision
In the final phases of preparations, the revision of all the topics should be done properly. Besides studying and practicing, the importance of revision also plays a significant role. If you are studying new topics and are not revising them from time to time then there is a possibility that you might forget them later.

The syllabus of IBPS PO Prelims exam is elaborate, descriptive and comprehensive. So, the aspirants should develop a proper time-table of studying, practicing and revising all the topics before the exam. The revision will brush their memories and will give them a proper overview of the entire syllabus.
We hope that you have thoroughly understood the strategy of preparation for IBPS PO Prelims through this article. We have also discussed the problems faced and mistakes done by the aspirants. The solutions are provided in the article. It’s time to follow them religiously and make your preparations successful, without the help or support of any coaching classes. In case you need any help to give an extra push to any of your topics you can join online IBPS PO Course which will save your time and energy.

So push yourself hard, as there have been many success stories before you, who have cracked this exam, on their own. Study hard, plan a strategy and be strong-willed, success will be yours.
Wishing you all a Successful Banking Career!

All the Best!!!

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