বাংলায় পড়তে ভিজিট করুন: ব্যাংক জব প্রস্তুতি ও সিলেবাস
Bank job exam syllabus, question pattern, book list and effective preparation strategy—a complete guide for the combined and all bank exams.
Bank Job Exam Preparation
The bank recruitment exam is mainly held in three stages—Preliminary (MCQ), Written and Viva. Knowing the right syllabus and preparing methodically makes success possible in any bank exam (combined, Bangladesh Bank, Sonali, Janata). The subject-wise syllabus and strategy are given below.
At a Glance
| Exam Stages | Preliminary (MCQ) → Written → Viva |
| Prelim Subjects | Bangla, English, Math, General Knowledge, ICT |
| Written Focus | Essay, translation, math, focus writing, analytical |
| Preparation Time | At least 3–6 months of planned preparation |
| Key Strategy | Mastery of math & English + regular model tests |
Preliminary (MCQ) Syllabus & Mark Distribution
| Subject | Typical Marks | Preparation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Bangla | 15–20 | Grammar, literature, word meaning |
| English | 20–25 | Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension |
| Math | 20–25 | Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mental ability |
| General Knowledge | 20–25 | Bangladesh, international, current affairs |
| ICT | 5–10 | Basics of computers and technology |
Written Exam Preparation
- Practise Bangla and English essays, expansion of ideas and translation regularly.
- Build the habit of solving math quickly and accurately.
- Practise focus writing and writing on current economics/banking topics.
Preparation Book List
- A quality bank job guide/question bank (with previous years’ questions).
- A grammar and vocabulary book for English.
- A shortcut math and mental ability book for math.
- Monthly magazines and daily newspapers for current general knowledge.
Official Circular & Application
The specific syllabus and mark distribution of each bank exam are stated in the relevant circular. For official updates see: BSCS official portal.
Caution: Applications for all government and state-owned banks must be made only through the official portal erecruitment.bb.org.bd. Bangladesh Bank never charges extra money for admit cards or results—beware of fake websites and fraudsters.
Bank Job Preparation & Syllabus FAQs
The preliminary has Bangla, English, Math, General Knowledge and ICT; the written has essays, translation, math and analytical questions.
With a basic foundation, 3–6 months of planned preparation is enough; regular practice matters most.
Math and English—doing well in these two gives you an edge in both the preliminary and written stages.
Many bank preliminary exams have negative marking, so it is best to avoid guesswork answers.
Model tests teach time management, identify weaknesses and help handle the pressure of the real exam.
Practise essays, translation and focus writing regularly, and practise solving math quickly and accurately.
Read newspapers daily and follow a monthly current-affairs magazine; keep an eye on Bangladesh and international events.
Yes—the syllabus of most banks including combined, Bangladesh Bank, Sonali and Janata is almost the same, so one preparation works for all exams.
Conclusion
Planned preparation and regular practice are the keys to success in bank exams. Related pages: Combined Bank Recruitment and Assistant Director (AD) Recruitment.
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