IBPS Clerk Syllabus 2026 - Check Prelims and Mains Exam Pattern & Negative Marking

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the IBPS Clerk exam every year to recruit Clerks for participating public sector banks across India. Knowing the IBPS Clerk Syllabus 2026 along with the exam pattern is the first step for any serious aspirant, since the Prelims and Mains papers test the same core subjects but with different question counts, marks, and timing. This article covers the subject-wise syllabus, stage-wise exam pattern, marking scheme, selection process, and preparation tips for IBPS Clerk 2026.