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The IBPS Bank Clerk CWE Preliminary Exam is the primary step for all aspirants who would like to get into clerk post in the Banking sector. Only qualified candidates will be able to go for the Mains Exam. So you need to focus more on Preliminary exam preparation. Here are the top tips for your success.
1. Start right: First understand the exam you wish to attempt. Know the complete syllabus, type of questions and question paper format before preparing for the exam. Know the weightage of the sub-topics asked in each section. Check SuccessLynk portal to know about notifications, important dates, syllabus, updates and much more. Then get the right material. It’s important to refer a few right books rather than overloading yourself with too many books. Click http://blog.successlynk.com/ leading-reference-books-banking-exams/ to view the list of best books. Make a timetable to cover all subjects and topics and stick to it. Allot enough time for revision and practice to reinforce your learning. Then apply a different strategy to prepare for each section. In the Preliminary exam, you have to attempt English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability sections. With the right strategy, you can easily clear the exam in first attempt itself.
2. English section: If you are strong in English, start your preparation with it. Focus on Grammar and Comprehension. For Reading comprehension, first understand the meaning of passage before trying to answer. Read good English magazines and newspaper to improve your reading skills and vocabulary. Write down new words and their synonyms and antonyms. Also, know how to use them in sentences. Do not overlook Spotting the Error, Idioms and Phrases and Para jumbles. Practice well Click https://www.successlynk.com/exams/bank-exams/clerk/general-english to view the range of tests that will help you for improving your English and score better.
3. Reasoning section: This section is based on logical thinking and mental ability of the aspirant. You need to have good practice to score good marks. Speed and accuracy matter a lot. Do not spend too much time on a single topic. Learn short tricks. Prepare as per the approximate weightage given below.
Seating arrangement 3 – 10 Qs
Coding-Decoding 3 – 5 Qs
Blood relations 2 – 5 Qs
Syllogism 2 – 5 Qs
Mathematical Inequalities 2 – 5 Qs
Arrangement and Pattern 0 – 3 Qs
Scheduling 0 – 5 Qs
Direction and Distance 1 – 2 Qs
Classification/Analogy 0 – 2 Qs
Series 0 – 5 Qs
Ordering and ranking 1 – 2 Qs
Check previous year question papers. Practice more with SuccessLynk tests. Click https://www.successlynk.com/exams/bank-exams/clerk/reasoning to view the different tests for reasoning.
4. Quantitative Aptitude section: For this section you should be well-prepared for formulas, concepts, properties, shortcuts tricks, etc. Study different topics as per the weightage of marks as given below.
Data Interpretation 5 – 10 Qs
Data Sufficiency 2 – 5 Qs
Simplification 2 – 5 Qs
Mensuration 1 – 3 Qs
Profit and Loss 1 – 3 Qs
Time and Work 1 – 3 Qs
Ratio and Proportion 1 – 2 Qs
Percentage 1 – 2 Qs
Number Series for IBPS 0 – 5 Qs
Quadratic Equations 0 – 5 Qs
Mixture Problems 1 – 2 Qs
Be thorough in the concepts, formulas and short tricks, else this section takes up a lot of your time. Practice previous question papers, analyse and understand the pattern and the questions that are most repetitive. Focus on increasing your speed and accuracy. Practise questions from previous papers as well as tests from https://www.successlynk.com/exams/bank-exams/clerk/quantitative-aptitude.
5. Face the exam confidently: Avoid learning anything new just before exam. Revise important topics, formulas, tricks, points, etc. Don’t stress yourself on your weak topics. Instead, focus on your strong topics and will do much better in the exam. In the last week of the exam, focus only on the practice sessions. Click https://www.successlynk.com/exams/bank-exams/clerk to view the range of exams you can take up before your exam. Take up as many mock tests as possible. As you have negative marking, do not guess blindly. Last but not least, take healthy diet and sleep well.
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