The goal of the IBPS Prelims Exam for Clerks is to screen candidates for the main examination. It aims to assess the candidates' aptitude and skills in three key areas: English Language: Testing comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary. Numerical Ability: Evaluating basic arithmetic and mathematical problem-solving skills. Reasoning Ability: Assessing logical reasoning and analytical skills. Only candidates who pass the prelims with the required cutoff marks are eligible to appear for the IBPS Clerk Mains Exam.