Precis writing in NABARD Grade A looks simple:
“Just summarize the passage.”
But in reality…
This is where many serious aspirants lose easy marks.
Precis carries 30 marks, and it is one of the most scoring sections — if done correctly.
In this post, we break down the top mistakes students make in NABARD precis writing and how you can fix them to improve your score.
Why Precis Writing is Tricky
- Passage is long
- Time is limited
- You must filter information
It tests:
- Clarity
- Understanding
- Precision
1. Copy-Pasting from Passage
What students do:
- Lift sentences directly
- Slightly modify words
Why it is wrong:
- No originality
- Poor evaluation score
Fix:
Always:
- Rewrite in your own words
- Use simple language
2. Missing the Central Idea
What students do:
- Focus on details
- Ignore main theme
Why it is wrong:
- Precis loses purpose
Fix:
Ask yourself:
- “What is this passage really about?”
3. Including Examples and Data
What students do:
- Add statistics
- Include illustrations
Why it is wrong:
- Reduces conciseness
- Increases word count
Fix:
Remove:
- Examples
- Data
- Repetition
4. Exceeding Word Limit
What students do:
- Write too long
Why it is wrong:
- Shows lack of precision
Fix:
Stick to:
- ~1/3 of passage
- Usually 130–150 words
5. Writing Too Short
What students do:
- Over-cut content
Why it is wrong:
- Important ideas missing
Fix:
Ensure:
- All key points are included
6. No Proper Structure
What students do:
- Write random sentences
- No flow
Why it is wrong:
- Poor readability
Fix:
Follow structure:
- Introduction → Body → Conclusion
7. No Logical Flow
What students do:
- Jump between ideas
Why it is wrong:
- Confuses examiner
Fix:
Maintain:
- Same sequence as passage
8. Poor or Missing Title
What students do:
- Skip title
- Write vague titles
Why it is wrong:
- Marks directly lost
Fix:
Write:
- Short (4–6 words)
- Theme-based title
9. Using Complex Language
What students do:
- Try to sound “advanced”
Why it is wrong:
- Reduces clarity
Fix:
Use:
- Simple
- Clear language
10. No Practice Under Time Limit
What students do:
- Read theory
- Don’t practice
Why it is wrong:
- Panic in exam
Fix:
Practice:
- Full precis
- Within 25 minutes
11. No Evaluation (Biggest Mistake)
What students do:
- Write answers
- Never get feedback
Why it is wrong:
- Mistakes remain
Fix:
Get:
- Regular evaluation
- Detailed feedback
Core Insight
Students think precis is easy
But precision is a skill
What You Should Do Instead
✔ Focus on central idea
✔ Remove unnecessary details
✔ Maintain structure
✔ Practice regularly
✔ Get evaluated
Bank Whizz Insight (Game-Changer)
Most students:
- Try to include everything
Truth:
High score comes from:
- What you remove
- Not what you write
Final Verdict
Precis writing is not about shortening text…
It is about extracting essence.
Final Line
You don’t lose marks in precis because it is difficult…
You lose marks because you don’t write precisely.