IBPS Clerk Exam is a time-bound exam & Speed and Accuracy are the two pillars of success in this Exam. You need to attempt the maximum number of questions in a limited amount of time to lead the competition. This is where the role of good speed comes into play. On the other hand, no matter how many questions you attempt, if your answers are incorrect, you will not be able to clear the cutoffs as the negative marking would significantly reduce your score.

Therefore, to crack the IBPS Clerk Exam, you need to strike the right balance between speed and accuracy. While attempting the questions quickly, you must also be careful not to compromise on accuracy. To fulfil this purpose, Smartkeeda IBPS Clerk Mock Tests are an excellent tool. By attempting IBPS Clerk mock tests regularly, you can improve your speed, accuracy, and time-management skills, & easily get an edge over your competitors.

In this article, we will discuss the importance of IBPS Clerk Mock Tests and how you can master time management using these mock tests.

The Importance of IBPS Clerk Mock Tests

Do you realize the significance of diligent and focused practice before entering the battlefield? Do you understand the power of simulating exam-like conditions before your actual IBPS Clerk Exam?

Just as a skilled archer never enters the battlefield without first practicing their aim and technique, without practice, the battlefield of the IBPS Clerk Exam can be daunting. Mock tests have an exceptional capacity to reduce examination anxiety and boost your score in the actual exam. By providing a realistic and challenging testing environment, IBPS Clerk mock tests help you develop the required skills to achieve to perform well on the exam.

Here are how IBPS Clerk Mock Tests can impact your exam preparation:

1. Knowing the latest exam format is key to performing well, and Smartkeeda provides you with IBPS Clerk Mock Tests designed on the latest exam pattern so that you can familiarize yourself with the current exam format.
 
2. In the solution tab, you can identify your mistakes and avoid making the same mistakes in the actual exam and correct any loopholes in your preparation. By identifying your mistakes and learning from them, you can refine your skills and strategies, ultimately creating a masterpiece of success in the IBPS Clerk Exam.
 
3. In the smart analysis tab your time spent on correct, incorrect, and skipped questions is displayed in a graphical format  therefore you can get a clear idea of the topics that consumed most of your time.
 
4. By attempting IBPS Clerk mock tests, you can experience the pressure and stress of the actual exam, and prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for the big day.

Mastering Time Management through Mock Tests

The IBPS clerk exam consists of multiple sections with a fixed time limit for each section, and you are required to attempt a good number of questions in a limited amount of time. This makes effective time management a critical factor in determining your success. A well-planned strategy that optimizes time utilization while maintaining accuracy and speed is key to acing this exam. 

Smartkeeda IBPS Clerk mock tests provide an excellent platform to develop time management skills required to crack the IBPS Clerk Exam. By attempting these mock tests, you can learn to make the optimal use of the available time.  The time management section of Smartkeeda IBPS Clerk mock tests tracks your spent time on each question and helps you resolve the following queries:
 

  • Which questions aren't worthwhile of your time?
  • In order to save time, which questions should be approached first?
  • Which question should be attempted later?
  • What proportion of time should be assigned to each type of question?
  • Which questions aren’t worth spending time on?

 


After working on the most time consuming topics, it allows you to apply new techniques on the same questions through the “Reattempt Mode”. You can reattempt the questions you skipped or marked incorrect in the previous attempt and try to match the topper’s time.

Strategies for Improving Speed in IBPS Clerk Exams

Speed is a vital factor in competitive exams such as IBPS Clerk because it enables you to attempt more questions within the allotted time, increasing your chances of getting a higher score. Therefore, you need to develop the ability to apply concepts quickly and accurately.

Here are some tips to improve speed in IBPS Clerk Exams:

  • Begin with the easy topics: Begin with the easy topics asked in this section like Syllogism, Inequalities, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Ranking, Direction Tests, Alphanumeric Series, or whatever you consider as your strength. Scoring well in these topics will boost your confidence and also save you time for the tricky ones.
 
  • Attempt Puzzles daily: You must understand that if you’re good at solving puzzles, you’re always going to score well in the reasoning section because more than half of this section consists of puzzles. To become good at solving puzzles there's just one thing that u have to do and that is you need to practice them regularly in a time-bound manner.
 
  • Skip if you get stuck: Do not take any of the questions to your ego and master the art of skipping. Getting hooked up with a question can be a huge risk. If you are unable to solve any question in the first go, mark it and move on to the next question without wasting a second. Once you are done with all the easy questions, move on to the marked ones.
 
  • Apply Short-tricks: Look for shortcuts and tricks that can help you solve questions quickly. This will help you save time and improve your speed. Keep practicing these shortcuts in mock tests to make them second nature.

Incorporating Mock Tests into Your Exam Preparation Schedule

Mock tests are an excellent way to assess your preparation level and track your progress. They help you pinpoint areas that need improvement and provide you with a chance to learn from your mistakes, and refine your approach to score well. Therefore, you must allocate specific days to each type of mock test in your study schedule.After completing the syllabus, you should take at least two Smartkeeda Full-length IBPS Clerk Mock Tests per week during your preparation period. You can also increase the frequency of mock tests as you get closer to the exam date.
 

 

  • After finishing the full-length mocks, you should analyze them thoroughly and pin point the areas where your strength is “Average” or “Poor” as displayed in the Smart Analysis Section of Smartkeeda. You should move to Smartkeeda Topic Tests to improve your strength in those topics from the beginner to advanced level.

 

  • If you are struggling to score well in any particular section or if you are unable to complete any section in the given time limit, you should attempt Smartkeeda Sectional Tests for IBPS Clerk to improve your score in that section.

Therefore, by incorporating IBPS Clerk mock tests into your exam preparation schedule in this way, you can easily double your score and crack the exam with flying colors.

Utilizing Mock Tests to Identify Your Weak Areas & Focus on Skill Enhancement

Unveiling your weak areas and improving your exam taking skills are the ultimate goals of every serious IBPS Clerk aspirant. Smart Analysis tool of Smartkeeda is an incredibly helpful feature for this purpose. With the help of “Smart Analysis tool", you can gain valuable insights into your performance. The tool provides a visual representation of your performance through an easy-to-understand performance graph, which displays your Percentile, Accuracy, Time Management and Question Selection across all sections of the mock test.

Additionally, you can identify your strong and weak areas by reviewing the difficulty level of questions and your speed, accuracy, and score in each topic. With this information at your fingertips, you can make targeted adjustments to your study approach, ensuring that you are fully prepared for the exam and able to achieve success

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Tips & Tricks for Effective Mock Test Practice in IBPS Clerk Exam

While hard work is certainly necessary, it's not enough on its own. You must also have a well-planned strategy to achieve success in this exam. By combining hard work with smart work, you can maximize your efficiency & optimize your chances of cracking the IBPS Clerk exam with ease.
 
Here are some tips and tricks for effective mock test practice in IBPS Clerk Exam:
 

  • Keep a record of the number of questions you can attempt in each section of every IBPS Clerk mock test, while staying within the given time limit. IBPS Clerk Prelims cut off varies from 80 to 85 out of 100 depending upon the number of vacancies, therefore your ultimate goal should be attempting 85+ questions with accuracy to clear the cutoff.

 

  • Monitor the time taken for each question and compare it with the average time spent on that question. Use the comparison filter of Smartkeeda for this purpose. This will help you identify the areas where you need to save time and where you can invest it for better scores in the exam.

 

  • Evaluate your performance in each IBPS Clerk mock test against that of the topper in IBPS Clerk mock tests. You can also compare your performance with your previous attempts to challenge yourself further.

 

  • Analyze your mistakes by reviewing the solutions to each question. Take note of the question types where you are most likely to make mistakes and practice those regularly to minimize them.

 

  • Identify your areas of strength in Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General/Financial Awareness, where you can demonstrate maximum speed and accuracy. Attempt questions from these areas first for a confident start to the exam.

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"Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure, loyalty, and persistence."
 

 

Through consistent efforts and smart strategies, you can easily enhance your speed and accuracy and pave the way for a successful career in the banking sector. So, keep practicing and keep pushing yourself towards excellence.

 


Author : Anjali

Hi, I am Anjali, a Probationary officer at a leading Public Sector Bank. With a passion for helping aspiring bankers, I have embarked on a journey to share my knowledge and insights through informative blogs. Having successfully cleared various bank exams myself, including IBPS PO XII, I understand the challenges and the importance of effective preparation. Through my blogs, I aim to provide valuable tips, strategies, and resources specifically tailored for bank exams, empowering the aspirants to achieve their dream of a successful banking career.