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Important Reasoning Topics for Bank Prelims Exam

Let us discuss the important Reasoning topics asked in IBPS PO, IBPS RRB PO and SBI PO exams and get a clear idea about the topics from where most questions are asked and prepare smartly for bank exams.

TopicsIBPS PO No. of QuestionsIBPS RRB PO No of QuestionsSBI PO No of Questions
Puzzles and Seating Arrangement202019
Coding Decoding553
Blood Relations334
Inequality543
Miscellaneous (Pair Based Question, alphabetical Question)286
Total354035

Important Reasoning Topics for Bank Mains Exam


We are discussing the important Reasoning topics of IBPS PO, IBPS RRB PO and SBI PO Mains Exam, after qualifying the preliminary exam, students need a proper strategy to crack the mains exam, so we are providing you the Important Reasoning Topics. Providing topics. Are here to give information about. Reasoning topics are asked in the main exam so that you can prepare accordingly.

TopicIBPS PO MainsIBPS RRB MainsSBI PO Mains
Seating Arrangement and Puzzles251620
Direction Sense with Coding Decoding30506
Blood Relation2
Inequality205
Logical Reasoning503
Alphabet Series101
Machine Input Output (coding based with 3 steps)40505
Machine Input Output with 4 steps305
Others059
Total454045


Some key points and topics that are often covered in reasoning sections of banking exams:

Also read:

Verbal Reasoning:

  • I.    Analogy
  • II.    Classification
  • III.    Series completion
  • IV.    Blood relations
  • V.    Coding-decoding
  • VI.    Puzzle tests
  • VII.    Logical Venn diagrams
  • VIII.    Alphabet test
  • IX.    Direction sense test
  • X.    Logical sequence of words
  • XI.    Data sufficiency
  • XII.    Assertion and reasoning

Non-Verbal Reasoning:

  • I.    Series
  • II.    Analogy
  • III.    Classification
  • IV.    Analytical reasoning
  • V.    Mirror images
  • VI.    Water images
  • VII.    Embedded figures
  • VIII.    Completion of incomplete pattern
  • IX.    Figure matrix
  • X.    Paper folding
  • XI.    Paper cutting
  • XII.    Rule detection


Logical Reasoning:

  • I.    Syllogism
  • II.    Statement and assumptions
  • III.    Statement and arguments
  • IV.    Statement and courses of action
  • V.    Statement and conclusions
  • VI.    Deriving conclusions from passages
  • VII.    Cause and effect reasoning
  • VIII.    Analytical reasoning


Quantitative Reasoning:

  • I.    Number series
  • II.    Simplification and approximation
  • III.    Quadratic equations
  • IV.    Data interpretation (Tables, Pie charts, Bar graphs, Line charts, etc.)
  • V.    Data sufficiency
  • VI.    Percentage
  • VII.    Profit and loss
  • VIII.    Simple and compound interest
  • IX.    Time, speed, and distance
  • X.    Time and work
  • XI.    Probability
  • XII.    Permutation and combination
  • XIII.    Ratio and proportion
  • XIV.    Average
  • XV.    Age-based problems


Critical Reasoning:

  • I.    Strengthening and weakening arguments
  • II.    Assumption-conclusion
  • III.    Inference-based questions
  • IV.    Evaluating arguments
  • V.    Paradox questions

General Tips:

  • I.    Read the questions carefully and understand what is being asked.
  • II.    Practice mental calculations to save time during the exam.
  • III.    Eliminate options systematically, especially in multiple-choice questions.
  • IV.    Focus on accuracy rather than attempting a large number of questions.
  • V.    Develop strategies for different types of reasoning questions.

Practice and Time Management:

  • I.    Regular practice is essential for reasoning as it helps in enhancing problem-solving abilities and speed.
  • II.    Time management is crucial during the exam. Candidates should learn to allocate time wisely to each section and question.

Bank Practice Set: PDF

Previous Year Papers and Mock Tests:

Solving previous year papers and taking mock tests help in understanding the exam pattern and types of questions asked. It also aids in identifying strengths and weaknesses.

Bank Previous Year Reasoning Paper 

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