Study Timetable for Bank Exams (3-Month Plan)
General Guidelines
- Study Hours: 6–8 hours daily
- Mock Tests: Weekly mock tests are crucial.
- Daily Revision: Spend at least 1 hour revising previously studied topics.
- Weak Areas: Identify and focus more on your weak areas.
Daily Schedule (6-8 Hours of Study)
Morning Session (2-3 Hours)
- Quantitative Aptitude:
- Study topics like simplification, number series, quadratic equations, percentages, etc.
- Focus on concept clarity and practice basic, moderate, and advanced-level questions.
- Practice 20-25 arithmetic questions daily.
Late Morning Session (1-1.5 Hours)
- Reasoning Ability:
- Focus on topics like puzzles, seating arrangement, syllogism, and inequalities.
- Practice solving 2-3 puzzles daily and attempt 20-30 reasoning questions.
- Focus on accuracy and time management.
Afternoon Session (1-1.5 Hours)
- English Language:
- Cover topics like reading comprehension, cloze test, error spotting, and sentence rearrangement.
- Read newspapers daily for vocabulary building and improving comprehension.
- Attempt 1 reading comprehension daily and 10-15 grammar-based questions.
Evening Session (1 Hour)
- General/Banking Awareness:
- Read current affairs related to banking, economy, and national/international news.
- Focus on banking terms, RBI updates, and government schemes.
- Spend 30 minutes reading and 30 minutes revising.
Night Session (1 Hour)
- Computer Awareness:
- Study topics like hardware, software, networking, MS Office, and cybersecurity.
- Spend 15-20 minutes daily revising computer basics and solving 15-20 questions.
Before Bed (30 Minutes)
- Revision:
- Revise the topics studied during the day.
- Go through short notes or flashcards for better retention.
Weekly Plan Breakdown
(Each day focuses on specific topics for in-depth study.)
Day 1 to Day 5: Core Study
- Morning (Quant): Focus on a specific topic each day (e.g., percentages, averages, time & work, etc.).
- Late Morning (Reasoning): Alternate between puzzles and other reasoning topics.
- Afternoon (English): Focus on grammar rules, reading comprehension, and vocabulary.
- Evening (General Awareness): Spend time reviewing banking-related current affairs.
- Night (Computer Awareness): Study computer terminology, history, and basic operations.
Day 6: Mock Test & Analysis
- Full-Length Mock Test (Prelims): Attempt a full-length mock test under timed conditions.
- Analysis: Spend time analyzing your performance, focusing on accuracy and speed.
- Identify weak areas and make note of the questions you got wrong or skipped.
Day 7: Revision & Rest
- Morning: Revise Quant topics you found difficult during the week.
- Late Morning: Revise Reasoning puzzles and practice any weak areas.
- Afternoon: Revise English grammar and vocabulary.
- Evening: Review key current affairs and banking-related terms.
- Night: Light revision of Computer Awareness topics.
Monthly Focus
Month 1: Concept Building
- Focus on building your basics in all subjects.
- Study topics thoroughly and aim for concept clarity in Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning.
- In English, focus on vocabulary and grammar.
- Start with basic current affairs and get familiar with banking terms.
Month 2: Speed & Accuracy
- Increase the level of questions in Quant and Reasoning.
- Focus on solving questions faster and with more accuracy.
- Start attempting sectional mock tests (for Prelims).
- Strengthen your preparation in General Awareness by reading newspapers and monthly capsules.
- Revise Computer Awareness topics regularly.
Month 3: Intensive Practice & Revision
- Focus on full-length mock tests (both Prelims and Mains) at least 2-3 times a week.
- Spend more time on revision and speed building.
- Analyze your mock tests deeply, work on your mistakes, and reduce time for each section.
- Revise current affairs from the last 6 months intensively.
Important Tips
- Mock Tests are Key: Attempt as many mock tests as possible and analyze them for improvement.
- Time Management: While studying, always time yourself for each section. This helps in improving speed for the actual exam.
- Accuracy Over Speed: Prioritize accuracy in the early stages of preparation. Speed can be improved later.
- Stay Updated: Read daily news for General Awareness, especially on banking and economic topics.
- Consistency: Stick to the schedule and avoid skipping days.