subject: How to prepare for Bank Jobs [print this page] Banking Job is the top career choice among job seekers even during economic recession. One of the primary reasons for this is job security, good salary package and high growth prospects. Also one another reason is that banks in India have performed better compared to American and European banks in the recent past and therefore the demand for bank officer, relationship manager, probationary officers and probationary clerks is higher in the Indian Job Sector. Therefore before one applies for these jobs he / she need to know a few points on how to prepare for banking jobs.
How to prepare for a job in bank?
Preparing for a bank job is different from IT or BPO Jobs. Some important points which should be considered by those who wish to take up bank exams.
1) If you are determined for a job in bank, preparations for exams must be started well in advance. Most bank exams have common sections like Aptitude, Logical, so its better you start from them. Clerk Exams & PO Exams have these papers.
2) Practice using model or previous question papers; it could help in giving an outline of the exam structure. Try to work out the questions atleast thrice, which will boost your confidence level to answer. Mock tests might help to bring down the fear before taking up the exam. Make use of guides & bank exam books while preparing.
3) Having decided to appear for exams of a specific bank, research about the bank, management, core business areas, branches, mission, achievements and recognitions is necessary. This helps you in Interview, Group discussion & in written examination.
4) Apart from preparing specifically for bank exams, be attentive about up-to-date happenings by reading newspapers. Stay alert on issues pertaining to banks and its business. Watching business news channels will provide a more inside view on various topics.
5) Be bold in expressing your views, if given a chance since you could be appointed the next manager.
