CAIIB Exam Pattern 2026: Complete Syllabus, Marking Scheme & Paper Details

The Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF) oversees the CAIIB Exam 2026. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of the official CAIIB Exam Pattern 2026. Before finalizing your study plan, candidates must thoroughly understand the exam structure, marking scheme, and selection process to build a strategic and effective preparation roadmap.

CAIIB Exam Pattern 2026

The CAIIB Exam 2026 is conducted online and comprises four compulsory papers: Advanced Bank Management (ABM), Bank Financial Management (BFM), Advanced Business and Financial Management (ABFM), and Banking Regulations and Business Laws (BRBL). Additionally, candidates must select one elective subject from the following five options: Rural Banking, Human Resource Management, Central Banking, Risk Management, or Information Technology and Digital Banking. 

• Mode of Exam: Online
• Language: English or Hindi
• Number of Papers: 4 (Compulsory) + 1 (Elective)
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions
• Number of Questions: 100 questions in each Paper
• Marks: 100 marks for each Paper
• Negative Marking: No, there will be no negative marking
• Time Duration: 2 Hours for each Paper

CAIIB Exam Pattern 2026
Papers	Number of Questions	Marks	Duration
Advanced Bank Management (ABM)	100	100	2 Hours
Bank Financial Management (BFM)	100	100	2 Hours
Advanced Business and Financial Management (ABFM)	100	100	2 Hours
Banking Regulations and Business Laws (BRBL)	100	100	2 Hours
Rural Banking Human Resource Management Central Banking Risk Management Information Technology and Digital Banking	100	100	2 Hours
Total	500	500	10 Hours

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CAIIB Papers 2026 (Compulsory & Elective Papers)

The CAIIB Exam 2026 structure includes 5 papers in total, featuring 4 core compulsory subjects and 1 elective paper chosen by the candidate. To qualify for the JAIIB CAIIB Exam 2026, candidates must secure a minimum of 50 marks out of 100 in each paper. 

Compulsory Papers: The following subjects are mandatory for all candidates appearing for the CAIIB 2026 certification;

1. Advanced Bank Management (ABM)
2. Bank Financial Management (BFM)
3. Advanced Business and Financial Management (ABFM)
4. Banking Regulations and Business Laws (BRBL)

Elective Paper: Candidates have the flexibility to select one specialized elective subject from the following list to complete their 5th paper requirement;

1. Rural Banking
2. Human Resource Management
3. Central Banking
4. Risk Management
5. Information Technology and Digital Banking

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