IBPS RRB Clerk Mains Exam Analysis 2024: Difficulty, Good Attempts & Insights

Posted: Jun 11, 2026 03:03 PM IST
Updated: Aug 17, 2026 10:09 AM IST
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The IBPS RRB Clerk Mains Examination conducted on October 6, 2024, was a significant milestone for thousands of banking aspirants. Adhering to strict biometric protocols to ensure transparency and integrity, the examination followed the standardized structure set by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. Below, we provide a detailed performance assessment to help candidates gauge their standing.

IBPS RRB Clerk Mains Exam Overview

The examination was characterized by an overall Moderate difficulty level. Candidates were tested across 200 questions totaling 200 marks. For those seeking foundational knowledge or looking to prepare for future cycles, you can refer to our IBPS RRB Clerk resource page for general recruitment information.

IBPS RRB Clerk Mains Exam Pattern 2024

  • Reasoning Paper: 40 questions, 50 marks
  • General Awareness Paper: 40 questions, 40 marks
  • Numerical Ability Paper: 40 questions, 50 marks
  • English Language / Hindi Language: 40 questions, 40 marks
  • Computer Knowledge Paper: 40 questions, 20 marks

Exam Analysis and Good Attempts

Based on the feedback from test-takers and subject matter experts, the overall good attempts range between 113 and 133. The following table provides a breakdown by section to help you understand where the competitive threshold lies.

Sections Good Attempts Difficulty Level
English Language29-35Moderate
Reasoning24-27Moderate
Quantitative Aptitude17-22Moderate
Computer Knowledge23-26Easy to Moderate
General Awareness20-23Moderate to Difficult
Total113-133Moderate

Essential Resources for Candidates

After reviewing your performance against these benchmarks, we recommend focusing on your next steps, including tracking the View Expected IBPS RRB Clerk Cut Off 2024 to estimate your chances. To further solidify your preparation for upcoming banking exams, you may want to:

Understanding the Exam Structure

S. No. Section Question Marks
1Reasoning Paper4050
2General Awareness Paper4040
3Numerical Ability Paper4050
4English Language / Hindi Language4040
5Computer Knowledge Paper4020
TotalTotal200200

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