Banking exams like IBPS PO, SBI PO, IBPS Clerk, and SBI Clerk are highly competitive. Lakhs of candidates apply every year, but only a few manage to secure their dream job in the banking sector. What makes the difference? It's smart preparation and knowing which topics carry maximum weight and are easiest to score from.
In this blog, we will discuss 5 easy and scoring topics from key sections like Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, and General Awareness. Whether you're just starting your preparation or already into it, focusing on these topics can help you score better and qualify for the next stage.
Why Focus on Easy and High-Scoring Topics?
Most students fall into the trap of attempting to master all topics equally. However, in banking exams, there is limited time and stiff competition. A wiser approach is to prioritize topics that:
- Oftentimes recur in the exams
- They are easy to learn and implement
- Take less time to solve
- Can be practiced and mastered fast
This makes it easy to score good marks in less time, and you are left with sufficient time to try the more difficult questions or revisit.
Let's now learn about these 5 subjects and how you can prepare them well.
1. Simplification and Approximation – Quantitative Aptitude
This is one of the most scoring and easiest subjects in the Quantitative Aptitude section. There are about 5-10 questions on this subject in almost all banking exams.
Why it's important:
- Formula-based questions have predetermined patterns.
- Needs simple calculation and not sophisticated logic.
- With sufficient practice, you should be able to answer each question within 30 seconds.
Preparation tips:
- Practice BODMAS, squares, cubes, converting percentages to decimals, etc.
- Practice tricks such as approximating numbers by rounding off.
- Practice mental mathematics and enhance your speed of calculations.
2. Reading Comprehension – English Language
Although it might take a while, reading comprehension (RC) is something where you can do well using simple techniques.
Why it matters:
- 7-10 questions are framed from a single passage.
- From direct comprehension, it does not involve memorizing rules of grammar.
- No negative marking if done judiciously with elimination.
Preparation tips:
- Read editorials, articles, or newspapers on a daily basis for practice.
- Attempt to comprehend the tone and format of the passage.
- Master eliminating extraneous or irrelevant alternatives in MCQs.
- Do fact-based and vocabulary-based questions first.
3. Puzzles and Seating Arrangements – Reasoning Ability
These are fairly tough topics, but if you grasp common patterns, they are your strength.
Why it's significant:
- Minimum 10–15 questions are from puzzles and seating arrangements.
- Typically based on common formats (linear, circular, floor-based, etc.).
- After cracking the logic, you can answer several questions simultaneously.
Preparation tips:
- Begin with simple puzzles such as day-based or box-based arrangements.
- Practice diagrammatic drawing quickly and legibly.
- Don't get stuck—skip if a puzzle is too slow in the start.
- Prioritize accuracy first, and then try to be faster.
4. Error Detection – English Language
This is a direct and scoring question from the English part.
Why it's significant:
- Basic grammar knowledge can help you identify the mistake easily.
- Approximately 5 questions come in almost every test.
- Set grammar rules work, so the learning is systematic.
Tips to prepare:
- Learn basic grammar rules: subject-verb agreement, tenses, articles, and prepositions.
- Practice 10 questions every day with explanations.
- Attempt the elimination technique by reading each component of the sentence separately.
- Enhance your vocabulary to identify improper usage of words.
5. Current Affairs (Last 3–6 Months) – General Awareness
This is the scoring section with the maximum marks if well prepared. You don't require logic or calculations—only normal revision.
Why it's important:
- Static and current affairs questions are generally straightforward.
- Approximately 25-30 questions in the General Awareness (GA) section.
- Can be done in under 10 minutes during the exam.
Tips to prepare:
- Read monthly current affairs PDFs and daily news analysis.
- Give more emphasis on banking & financial awareness, government schemes, and appointments.
- Make study materials of current affairs for the past 6 months prior to the exam.
- Short notes and quizzes must be practiced.
Subject-Wise Focus Strategy
Here’s a quick overview of how to integrate these topics in your preparation strategy:
|
Section |
Easy Topics to Focus On |
Questions Expected |
|
Quantitative Aptitude |
Simplification, Approximation |
5–10 |
|
Reasoning Ability |
Puzzles, Seating Arrangements |
10–15 |
|
English Language |
Reading Comprehension, Error Detection |
10–15 |
|
General Awareness |
Current Affairs |
25–30 |
By focusing on these key areas, you can attempt nearly 60-70% of the paper with confidence.
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What We Offer:
- Live and recorded sessions: We offer both live interactive sessions and recorded classes so you can learn at your own pace. Whether you're a working aspirant or a student, you can attend sessions as per your comfort and revise as many times as needed.
- Topic-specific mock tests and quizzes with live analysis: Our platform gives you access to topic-wise practice sets and full-length mock tests that match the real exam level. After each test, you get a detailed performance report that highlights your weak areas, helping you improve with every attempt.
- Special sessions on simplification, puzzles, and RC to command these subjects: We conduct dedicated sessions on high-scoring areas like Simplification, Seating Arrangement Puzzles, and Reading Comprehension. These classes include shortcuts, concept drills, and plenty of practice to help you score full marks in these sections.
- Current affairs capsules and weekly quizzes to master General Awareness: For the General Awareness section, we provide monthly capsules, weekly updates, and daily quizzes focused on the most expected current affairs for banking exams. This keeps you prepared for the latest questions without the need to read multiple newspapers.
- Personal mentorship and doubt-clearing service: You don’t just study alone—we offer one-on-one guidance and timely doubt-solving sessions with our expert mentors.
With expert teaching, structured content, and exam-focused strategy, Powermind Institute makes sure that even the toughest topics feel easy. Our mission is to help you stay consistent, confident, and fully prepared for the Banking Exams 2025.
Conclusion
Don’t let the vast syllabus overwhelm you. Instead, build your preparation around the most scoring topics. Mastering simplification, puzzles, reading comprehension, error detection, and current affairs can help you crack IBPS PO, SBI Clerk, and other banking exams with ease.
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