Circle October 3 on your calendar. That’s when LIC will hold the AAO prelims, and the hall tickets are expected in the third week of September—around September 25–26—about a week before the test. The window is tight, the competition is stiff, and every small prep detail matters. I’m Vikramjeet, and here’s everything you need before the admit cards drop.
Admit card release, where to download, and how to fix issues
The LIC AAO Admit Card 2025 will be hosted on the official LIC website and the IBPS online portal. You’ll need your registration number and password or your date of birth to log in. Keep those details handy; server traffic spikes as soon as the call letter goes live.
Step-by-step download guide:
- Go to the Careers/Recruitment section on the official LIC site or the IBPS online portal.
- Find the LIC AAO 2025 admit card link and click through.
- Enter your registration number and password/date of birth, along with the security code shown on screen.
- Open your call letter, save the PDF, and take two clear printouts.
Pro tip: Use a desktop browser (Chrome/Edge/Firefox), keep pop-ups enabled, and try off-peak hours if the page stalls. If you’ve forgotten your password, use the “forgot password” option on the portal or check the registration email/SMS sent at the time of application.
What to check on your admit card:
- Your name, photograph, and roll/registration number
- Exam date, time, reporting time, and shift
- Exam centre name, address, and centre code
- Date of birth, category, gender
- Exam duration, items allowed/prohibited, special instructions
- Signature and (if printed) barcode/QR
Scan for spelling errors, photo mismatch, or wrong centre. If anything looks off, contact the helpdesk mentioned in the official notification immediately. Corrections are time-bound and may not be possible close to the exam date, so act the same day you spot an error.
Printing tips that save stress:
- Print on A4 paper; keep one backup copy.
- Color print is best but a sharp black-and-white is acceptable if the photo is clear.
- Do not write on the admit card except where instructed (like signature in presence of the invigilator).
Documents you must carry on exam day:
- Printed admit card
- Original valid photo ID: Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, Driving License, Voter ID, or another government photo ID
- A photocopy of the same ID (many centres ask for it)
- Recent passport-size photo (preferably the same as in your application)
Name mismatch between admit card and ID? If your name has changed or is spelled differently, carry supporting proof (for example, a gazette notification or marriage certificate) along with the original ID. The final decision rests with the centre supervisor, so better to have paperwork ready than to argue at the gate.
What if the admit card doesn’t show up?
- Re-check your registration number and date of birth format.
- Try a different browser or device, clear cache, and retry later.
- Look for server downtime notices—heavy traffic is common on day one.
- If the problem persists, write to the support email or call the helpline given in the recruitment notification with your registration details and a screenshot of the error.
Exam pattern, rules, and a practical game plan
The AAO prelims will be online with objective questions. Expect 100 questions in 60 minutes. Reasoning Ability and Quantitative Aptitude carry 35 questions each; English Language has 30 questions and is qualifying—its marks won’t count for ranking. There’s no negative marking, but you must clear the sectional cut-offs to move to the next stage.
Section-wise snapshot:
- Reasoning Ability: 35 questions, test of logic, patterns, seating arrangements, puzzles, syllogisms, inequalities, coding-decoding.
- Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions, arithmetic (percentages, ratios, SI/CI, time-work, time-speed-distance), number series, data interpretation, simplification.
- English Language (qualifying): 30 questions, reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, error spotting, fill-in-the-blanks, para jumbles.
Time allocation that usually works:
- Reasoning: 20–22 minutes
- Quant: 20–22 minutes
- English: 15–18 minutes (clear the cutoff comfortably)
Because there’s no penalty for wrong answers, don’t leave questions blank—especially in Reasoning and Quant where each mark counts. Still, avoid burning time on a single puzzle or a DI set that won’t crack quickly. Move, mark, and come back if time permits.
About shifts and normalization: When exams run in multiple slots, scores are typically normalized across shifts to bring parity. LIC works with IBPS systems, so expect a similar process. Focus on accuracy and speed instead of trying to guess an “expected cutoff” on the day of your exam.
Exam-day drill you should follow:
- Reach the centre at least 45–60 minutes before the reporting time. Late entry is usually not allowed.
- Expect frisking, biometric/photo capture, and ID checks. Cooperate and keep documents accessible.
- Personal items, electronic gadgets, smart watches, calculators, and notes are not allowed inside. Leave them at home.
- Carry only essentials: admit card, ID (original + photocopy), a pen if mentioned, and a small transparent sanitizer if permitted by the centre.
- Listen carefully to the invigilator’s instructions. Rough sheets will be provided; return them before you leave.
- Do not attempt to leave early. Exiting without permission can lead to disqualification.
For PwBD candidates using a scribe: You’ll need to follow the scribe eligibility rules printed in the call letter and bring the scribe declaration form if required. Extra time/compensatory time is granted as per government guidelines. Choose a scribe early and brief them on the rules in advance.
Strategy ideas for each section:
- Reasoning: Start with inequalities, syllogisms, direction sense, and coding-decoding—these are usually quicker. Tackle seating and puzzles after building a base score.
- Quant: Grab easy arithmetic first (percentages, averages, ratios). Then go for number series and simplification/approximation. Attempt DI sets with clear tables/graphs; skip messy ones initially.
- English: Clear the cutoff with error spotting, vocabulary-based questions, and short RCs. Don’t chase tough RCs if time is tight.
Common mistakes that cost marks:
- Spending 10–12 minutes stuck on a single puzzle or DI set.
- Not reading the instruction line fully in RC or fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Leaving English to the very end and missing the sectional cutoff.
- Ignoring rough work organization—wasted time hunting for earlier steps.
What happens after prelims? Results usually come a few weeks after the exam. Shortlisted candidates move to the mains, and then to interview and medical. If the mains pattern follows previous cycles, expect sections on reasoning, data analysis and interpretation, general/financial awareness, insurance and financial market awareness, and a descriptive English test (essay/letter). Start collecting documents now—photo ID, graduation proof, and category certificates—so you’re not scrambling later.
Travel and logistics you should handle early:
- As soon as you get your centre, map the route and estimate travel time at the same hour as your reporting time. Account for traffic.
- Book tickets or accommodation if your centre is out of town. Last-minute fares spike.
- Pack your bag the night before. Keep the admit card, ID, photocopy, photos, and any permitted items together.
Technical troubleshooting recap:
- If the portal throws errors, switch networks (mobile hotspot to broadband or vice versa) and try again.
- Disable ad blockers and allow pop-ups for the site so the PDF opens cleanly.
- Save the admit card as a PDF first, then print; don’t print straight from the browser preview if it looks distorted.
Final reminders worth sticking on your wall: the admit card is your entry pass, and the photo ID is your identity check. Without both, entry is usually denied. Read every instruction printed on the call letter—reporting time, frisking rules, permitted items, and the declaration format change year to year. Keep an eye on the official LIC page for exact dates and any addendums. Download your hall ticket as soon as it’s out, and don’t wait for the last day.
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