🧠 Overview: Why the Descriptive English Paper Matters
In SEBI Grade A Phase 2, the Descriptive English paper often becomes the decisive factor between selection and elimination. While technical papers test your subject knowledge, this paper reflects your analytical clarity, communication skills, and writing discipline—qualities that every SEBI officer must demonstrate.
The paper consists of Essay (30 marks, 400 words), Precis (30 marks, 120 words), and Reading Comprehension (40 marks)—totalling 100 marks in 60 minutes.
✍️ 1. Essay Writing: Show Analytical Clarity
🔹 Choose Topics Smartly
Topics usually relate to finance, economy, governance, technology, or ethics. Read daily editorials from The Hindu, Business Standard, or Mint to build perspective.
🔹 Use the 4-Layer Framework
Introduction → Analysis → Evaluation → Conclusion
Start with context, analyse causes or implications, provide examples (e.g., RBI reforms, ESG investing), and end with a solution-oriented conclusion.
🔹 Keep It Balanced
Use data, schemes, and global parallels, but stay concise. Aim for 380–400 words with clarity and flow. Avoid bullet points.
📘 2. Precis Writing: Master the Art of Compression
Precis writing tests your ability to condense ideas without losing meaning.
Steps:
- Read the passage twice to grasp its tone.
- Identify the main idea and supporting arguments.
- Draft a summary in your own words—one-third of the original length.
- Give it a relevant, short title.
- Ensure logical flow and neutral tone.
Bank Whizz’s Precis Practice Sets help you learn through guided examples and evaluator feedback.
📖 3. Reading Comprehension: Accuracy + Speed
The RC section carries 40 marks. Expect five descriptive questions based on a moderately complex passage from finance, social issues, or governance.
Tips:
- Read the passage carefully before answering.
- Support every answer with reference from the text.
- Avoid copying phrases verbatim—use your own interpretation.
- Manage time: 18–20 minutes for this section.
⏱️ 4. Time Management Strategy (60 Minutes)
| Section | Ideal Time | Marks | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 25 min | 30 | Structure + Analysis |
| Precis | 15 min | 30 | Brevity + Clarity |
| Reading Comprehension | 20 min | 40 | Accuracy + Interpretation |
Keep 5 minutes buffer for proofreading and polishing grammar.
🧾 5. Evaluation Criteria (as per SEBI Handout)
| Criterion | Key Focus |
|---|---|
| Content Relevance | Addressing the topic logically |
| Coherence & Flow | Smooth transitions between ideas |
| Grammar & Syntax | Error-free writing |
| Vocabulary | Appropriate, formal word choice |
| Presentation | Paragraph structure and neatness |
🏆 6. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Writing incomplete essays or short precis
- Using SMS-style language or jargon
- Ignoring word limits
- Forgetting titles or sub-headings
- Failing to revise before submission
💡 7. Practice with Realistic Mocks
Bank Whizz offers AI-evaluated and mentor-graded descriptive mocks exactly like SEBI’s interface. Students get instant feedback on structure, tone, and content relevance—helping them move from average (50–55 marks) to top scorer (70 + marks).
🎯 Final Words
To master the SEBI Grade A 2025 Descriptive English paper, blend content knowledge with writing precision. Read regularly, practise mock tests under timed conditions, and review your evaluator’s feedback. Remember—clarity and structure matter more than ornamentation.
Your performance in this single paper can redefine your overall merit score. Start practising today with Bank Whizz’s SEBI Grade A Descriptive English Course and take the first confident step toward your SEBI career.