Understanding the Negative Marking Policy for RBI Grade B Exam

There has been a lot of speculation about the presence of negative marking in the RBI Grade B Exam. The latest notification from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the 2021 phase 1 and 2 examinations does not explicitly mention any negative marking. However, previous information and official notifications provide a clearer picture.

Your Preparation Strategies

Based on the official information, it appears that negative marking will indeed be applied in the RBI Grade B Exam. Here are some key points to consider:

Official Confirmation: The information handout provided with the admit card for the RBI Grade B Exam 2021 clearly indicates that there will be a negative marking of 0.25 for each incorrect answer. This is explicitly mentioned in the official notification, so it is safe to prepare under the assumption that negative marking will be in place.

Key Points for Successful Preparation

Given the presence of negative marking, here are some strategic tips to help you excel in the RBI Grade B Exam:

1. Time Management

One of the most critical aspects of your preparation is to manage your time effectively during the exam. Follow these steps to optimize your time:

Attempt Sure Questions First: Start with questions that you are confident about. Complete these questions within the first 3/4 of the time allocated for the exam. This ensures you capture easy marks early in the process. Half-Solution Questions: Then move to questions that can be answered with a halfway solution. These can be tackled in the next 1/4 of the available time. Questions like 48, 75, 96, and 134 fall into this category and can help you maximize your score. Full-Solution Questions: Finally, focus on questions that require full solutions with narrow answers and where judgement cannot be made. These questions include options like 13.42, 13.95, 14.25, and 15.24. These are more time-consuming but can significantly increase your score.

2. Study Materials

To help you prepare effectively, I have developed the following books:

Quantitative Aptitude Simplified: This book includes question sets with practice tests to help you refine your quantitative skills. MCQs Simplified: This book is designed with time slot question sets that closely follow the exam pattern, ensuring you are prepared for the actual exam.

Both of these books are available in paperback, e-books, and KINDLE formats on all major e-commerce platforms, making them readily accessible to you.

3. Final Wishes

Remember, the potential for negative marking should not deter you from attempting the exam. If there is no negative marking, the cutoff may be higher, but this also means there is less competition. Stay focused and prepared for both scenarios.

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