CAIIB 2024 Complete Information

What is CAIIB?

CAIIB’s full form is Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers. 

It is an associate examination (flagship course) conducted by the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF). 

This certification is the next step after gaining the JAIIB certification. It is highly valued in the banking sector and widely recognized as a benchmark for knowledge and skills.

CAIIB 2024 Notification

IIBF has announced the official schedule for the CAIIB 2024 exam. This schedule includes exam dates, eligibility, subjects, pattern, syllabus, and more, which we have explained below.

CAIIB 2024 Important Dates

IIBF conducts the CAIIB exam twice a year. The first time is in June-July, and the second is in November-December. Below are the other important dates of the CAIIB 2024 exam.

CAIIB 2024 June-July Session

Below are the important dates for the June-July session of the CAIIB 2024 exam:

CAIIB 2024 November-December Session

Below are the important dates for the November-December session of the CAIIB 2024 exam:

Read the CAIIB exam dates article for more details.

Now, let’s understand the rules and regulations of the IIBF CAIIB exam.

CAIIB Eligibility

To be eligible for the CAIIB 2024 examination, you need to

• Clear JAIIB exam.
• Be an employee of a bank/financial institution which is a member of IIBF.

Read CAIIB eligibility article for complete details.

Difference Between JAIIB and CAIIB

• IIBF conducts both JAIIB and CAIIB exams.
• JAIIB is an entry-level certification, and CAIIB is an advanced-level certification. 
• JAIIB is open to anyone working in the banking and finance sector who is a member of IIBF, whereas CAIIB requires JAIIB certification and membership in IIBF.

CAIIB Attempts and Time Limit

Here are the CAIIB exam attempt and time limit details:

1. A candidate gets 5 attempts to clear the CAIIB exam within 3 years. These 5 attempts need not be consecutive. 
2. If candidates cannot pass the examination within 3 years or 5 attempts, whichever is earlier, they will be required to re-enroll themselves afresh. Such candidates will not be granted credit/s for earlier passed subject/s, if any.

Subjects in CAIIB Exam

The CAIIB 2024 exam consists of 5 subjects (4 compulsory and 1 elective):

Compulsory CAIIB Subjects

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

Elective CAIIB Subjects

(Candidates to choose any one elective subject of their choice) 

1. Rural Banking 
2. Human Resources Management 
3. Information Technology & Digital Banking 
4. Risk Management 
5. Central Banking

Language of CAIIB Exam

The CAIIB exam offers the flexibility to choose between Hindi or English during the registration process. 

CAIIB Exam Pattern

Here’s an overview of the CAIIB 2024 exam pattern:

Additional Details of the CAIIB 2024 Exam

• The CAIIB exam is held online. 
• The majority of the questions are multiple-choice. In some of the questions you need to type the answer. 
• Each paper carries 100 marks, and there is no negative marking for wrong answers. 
• Each paper is held on different dates, and lasts 2 hours. 
• The cut-off for each paper is 50%, i.e., 50 marks out of 100.

To know more about the pattern of CAIIB, read this article on CAIIB latest pattern.

CAIIB Passing Criteria

Candidates must meet the below criteria to clear the CAIIB 2024 examination:

• The minimum mark required to pass in each subject is 50 out of 100.  
• However, if you score at least 45 marks in each subject with an aggregate of 50% marks in all subjects in a SINGLE attempt, you are considered qualified.
• You are allowed to retain credits for the subject/s you have passed in an attempt till the expiry of the time allotted for passing the examination.

Class of Pass Criteria for the CAIIB Exam

Here is the class of pass criteria for the CAIIB 2024 exam:

1. First Class

60% or more marks in aggregate and pass in all the subjects in the FIRST PHYSICAL ATTEMPT.

2. First Class with Distinction

70% or more marks in aggregate and 60% or more marks in each subject in the FIRST PHYSICAL ATTEMPT.

CAIIB Syllabus

The overview of the CAIIB 2024 syllabus is given below:

Compulsory Papers Syllabus of CAIIB

Elective Papers Syllabus of CAIIB

For complete detail of the syllabus, see this article on CAIIB syllabus.

CAIIB Free Material

We have compiled free notes, video lectures and tests of CAIIB. Read CAIIB free material article for details.

CAIIB Exam Analysis

Here is the analysis of the CAIIB exam:

CAIIB ABM July 2024 Analysis

• The CAIIB ABM July 2024 paper was of moderate difficulty level.
• The paper was on expected lines. The paper included almost equal numbers of questions from all modules, with the maximum number of questions asked from Module B.

CAIIB BFM December 2023 Analysis

• The overall CAIIB BFM December 2023 paper was of moderate level.
• 10 questions were asked without options, and you needed to type the answer.
• Various questions were based on case studies. Maximum questions were asked from Modules A and B.

CAIIB ABFM December 2023 Analysis

• The difficulty level of the CAIIB ABFM December 2023 paper was moderate.
• Many numericals were asked from Modules A and D.
• Some questions were without options, and you needed to type the answer. 

CAIIB BRBL December 2023 Analysis

• The difficulty level of the CAIIB BRBL December 2023 paper was moderate to difficult.
• Conceptual questions were asked that required deeper understanding to answer.

CAIIB 2024 Preparation Strategy

We understand the challenge of balancing work and studies, especially for bankers like you. This 160 hours preparation strategy for the CAIIB 2024 exam is designed for busy professionals like you, allowing you to efficiently manage both. 

Note: The above table is just a general CAIIB 2024 preparation strategy. You need to customize it according to your strengths and weaknesses. 

Read this article for CAIIB ABM preparation strategy.

Read this article for CAIIB BFM preparation strategy.

Read this article for CAIIB ABFM preparation strategy.

Read this article for CAIIB BRBL preparation strategy.

Best Books for CAIIB 2024 Exam Preparation  

Here are the recommended books to prepare for the CAIIB 2024 exam:

Increment on Clearing CAIIB

After clearing the CAIIB exam, there will be an increment in your salary. 

• As a clerk, you are eligible to receive 2 increments after clearing the CAIIB exam.
• As an officer, you are eligible to receive 1 increment after clearing the CAIIB exam.

Besides this, you’ll also receive various benefits.

Benefits of Clearing CAIIB

You’ll get the following benefits after gaining the CAIIB certification:

1. Allowance Increment
2. Eligible for Promotion
3. Increase in Pension Corpus
4. Enhanced Knowledge and Skills

How to Apply Online for the CAIIB 2024 Exam

Here are the steps to apply online for the CAIIB Exam 2024 :

Step 1

Visit the official website of the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance, i.e., http://www.iibf.org.in.

Step 2

On the main page, Select “Examination/Courses.”

Step 3

Select “Flagship Courses” from the drop-down menu. 

Step 4

After choosing CAIIB, click “Apply Online.” 

Step 5

Enter your membership number and password to log in; carefully read the instructions, then click “Accept.”

Step 6

Enter information such as the mode, medium, exam centre, work location, etc.

Step 7

Select “preview” and study the CAIIB Application form to make sure all the information is accurate and spelled correctly.

Step 8

Select “accept and submit” to complete the online payment process.

Step 9

Choose a payment method (credit/debit card, net banking), then adhere to the on-screen directions.

Step 10

Keep printed copies of the registration form and fee receipt.

CAIIB 2024 Application Fee

The application fee to register for the CAIIB 2024 exam is given below. Candidates can pay this online with a debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, Wallet, etc. The exam fee varies as per the number of attempts:

Important Note: There is an additional fee, which varies depending on the week you complete your CAIIB registration.    

1. 1st Week of Registration: You need to pay only the normal examination fee (as mentioned above) based on your attempt. 
2. 2nd & 3rd Week of Registration: You need to pay the normal examination fee + ₹ 100.
3. 4th Week of Registration: You need to pay the normal examination fee + ₹ 200.
4. After 4th Week of Registration: You need to pay the normal examination fee + ₹ 200 for the additional days.

To learn step by step procedure to register for CAIIB exam, see this article on CAIIB registration.

CAIIB 2024 Exam Centres

The CAIIB 2024 exam will be held at multiple centers across India and one center in Dubai.

Click on the link for a detailed list of the CAIIB 2024 Exam Centres.

CAIIB 2024 Admit Card

The CAIIB 2024 admit card is expected to be available approximately a week before the exam date. You can download your admit card by visiting the official IIBF website. You should download your admit card and secure its printed copy before the exam date.

Follow these steps to download your admit card:

1. Go to the official website of IIBF.
2. Select the “Examination/Courses” section from the menu on the left.
3. Now select “Admit Letters” from the drop-down list.
4. Select <Month/Year> CAIIB admit card.
5. Enter the password and CAIIB membership credential.
6. The screen will display the CAIIB exam 2024 admit card.
7. Check the information, download the admission card, and print it for your records.

Read CAIIB Admit Card for detailed instructions to download the admit card from IIBF website.

CAIIB 2024 Result

IIBF releases the list of successful candidates who qualify the CAIIB exam. This announcement is made on their official website following the completion of the examination process. The results for each paper are displayed individually on the website, simplifying the process for candidates to find their roll numbers.

Follow these steps to check your result:

1. Go to the IIBF’s official website and select “Examinations/Courses.” 
2. Click the “Result for CAIIB Examination” link after selecting results/consolidated marksheet.  
3. Click “Submit” after entering your password and registration/membership ID.  
4. Download your results for future reference. 

Here is a quick way to check your CAIIB result in 15 seconds. 

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Read CAIIB result article for complete details.

CAIIB 2024 Scorecard

Candidates get their marks on the screen after completing each paper; however, the CAIIB exam scorecard takes around 45 days from the conclusion of the examination. The CAIIB exam scorecard provides a detailed record of a candidate’s performance in the exam. It typically includes the following information:

• Candidate Information
• Marks
• Passing Status
• Date and Signature

Read CAIIB scorecard article to get complete steps to download your provisional scorecard.

CAIIB 2024 Certificate

A digitally signed CAIIB certificate is issued to the candidates who have enrolled and passed the examination. The certificate is emailed to the candidate’s registered email within 3 weeks from the result’s declaration date. The certificate includes details such as:

• Candidate’s name
• Candidate’s signature
• Registration number
• Name of the exam cleared
• Pass class
• Date of successful completion

Read CAIIB certificate article to get step by step procedure to download and verify your certificate.

Conclusion

In this article, we discussed all the CAIIB exam details, such as exam dates, registration, subjects, pattern, eligibility, fees, syllabus, and more. Understanding these details can help you prepare your strategy accordingly. Qualifying the CAIIB exam not only validates a professional’s expertise but also opens doors to career advancements within the banking industry.