Precis writing in RBI Grade B Descriptive English is one of the most scoring sections — yet it is also where most aspirants lose easy marks.
The problem is not lack of understanding.
The problem is wrong approach.
After evaluating hundreds of answer copies, one thing is clear:
👉 Students repeat the same mistakes again and again.
If you eliminate these mistakes, your score can jump from 12–15 marks to 25+ marks.
Let’s break down the real mistakes you must avoid.
🚫 Mistake 1: Writing Summary Instead of Precis
Most students write a general summary, not a precis.
What they do:
- Write loosely
- Add interpretation
- Ignore structure
What RBI expects:
✔ Exact condensation
✔ Logical flow
✔ No deviation from passage
👉 Precis = compressed version, not explanation
🚫 Mistake 2: Missing the Core Idea
Students focus on small details but miss the central theme.
Result:
- Answer looks scattered
- No clarity
- No direction
👉 If examiner cannot identify the core idea in first 2–3 lines → marks drop instantly
🚫 Mistake 3: Poor Structure (Biggest Scoring Loss)
Most answers are written in one flow without structure.
Reality:
RBI prefers:
- Para 1 → Core Idea
- Para 2 → Key Arguments
- Para 3 → Conclusion
👉 Structure alone can increase your score by 4–5 marks
🚫 Mistake 4: Exceeding / Falling Short of Word Limit
This is a serious mistake.
Common issues:
- Writing 110–120 words → underdeveloped
- Writing 190–200 words → poor compression
👉 Ideal range:
✔ 1/3rd of passage
✔ ~150–170 words
📌 Word discipline = direct scoring factor
🚫 Mistake 5: Copy-Pasting from Passage
Many aspirants:
- Lift phrases
- Copy sentences
👉 This is heavily penalised
RBI expects:
✔ Paraphrasing
✔ Original expression
🚫 Mistake 6: Including Examples & Data
Students often include:
- Statistics
- Examples
- Case references
👉 These are NOT required in precis
Rule:
✔ Keep IDEA
❌ Remove SUPPORTING DETAILS
🚫 Mistake 7: Adding Personal Opinion
Some answers include:
- “I think…”
- “In my view…”
👉 This is NOT an essay
Strict Rule:
✔ No personal views
✔ No external input
🚫 Mistake 8: Weak Language & Informal Tone
Common issues:
- Casual words
- Broken sentences
- Repetition
👉 RBI expects:
✔ Formal
✔ Analytical
✔ Professional tone
🚫 Mistake 9: No Logical Flow
Students write:
- Random points
- No connection between lines
👉 Result:
- Disjointed answer
- Low readability
Fix:
✔ Maintain flow:
Problem → Impact → Solution
🚫 Mistake 10: Writing Without Planning
Biggest hidden mistake.
Students start writing immediately without:
- Identifying theme
- Structuring flow
👉 Result:
- Mid-way confusion
- Repetition
- Poor conclusion
🔥 What Top Scorers Do Differently
✔ Identify core idea in 1 minute
✔ Follow fixed structure
✔ Maintain strict word count
✔ Use precise language
✔ Avoid unnecessary details
👉 They don’t write more — they write better
🎯 Quick Checklist Before Submission
Before you submit your precis, ask:
✔ Is the core idea clear?
✔ Is structure visible?
✔ Is word limit maintained?
✔ Have I removed examples/data?
✔ Is language formal?
👉 If YES → You are already ahead of 90% candidates
🚀 How Bank Whizz Eliminates These Mistakes
At Bank Whizz, we don’t just mark your answer — we fix your writing system.
✔ Mistake-based evaluation
✔ Line-by-line feedback
✔ Word control training
✔ Structure correction
✔ Model answer comparison
👉 You learn exactly where you lose marks — and how to fix it
🔥 Final Insight
Precis writing is not difficult.
It becomes difficult when:
👉 You don’t know what to avoid
Remove these mistakes — and precis becomes your highest scoring weapon in RBI Grade B.