LIC ADO Exam Pattern 2026
How the exam is structured.
Prelims has 100 questions in 1 hour. English (30 marks) is qualifying, and merit is on Reasoning and Numerical Ability (70 marks). Mains has 160 questions for 160 marks in 2 hours, including Insurance & Financial Marketing Awareness. Mains and interview decide the final merit. Check the notification for the current negative marking rule.
LIC ADO at a Glance
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Prelims | 100 MCQs, 70 marks, 1 hour |
| Mains | 160 MCQs, 160 marks, 2 hours |
| Recruitment | Zone-wise |
| Post | Apprentice Development Officer |
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning Ability
Questions
35
Marks
35
Numerical Ability
Questions
35
Marks
35
English Language (qualifying)
Questions
30
Marks
30
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| English Language (qualifying) | 30 | 30 |
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Main Exam
Reasoning & Numerical Ability
Questions
50
Marks
50
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Questions
50
Marks
50
Insurance & Financial Marketing Awareness
Questions
60
Marks
60
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Numerical Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 50 | 50 |
| Insurance & Financial Marketing Awareness | 60 | 60 |
Check Before You Apply
Fees, dates and rules are set by the conducting body and can change. Confirm them on LIC careers (licindia.in) before you register.
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