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The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 notification for the Common Recruitment Process CRP PO/MT-XVI. Interested candidates can Apply Online for the post of Probationary Officer or Management Trainee in eleven participating public sector banks. This is one of the biggest banking sector recruitment drives of the year, with a total of 6715 indicative vacancies. Candidates must read the official Notification PDF carefully before filling the Online Form.
Last Date: 2026-07-21 23:59:00
IBPS PO 2026 Quick Highlights
- Organization: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- Notice No: CRP PO/MT-XVI
- Post Name: Probationary Officer / Management Trainee (PO/MT)
- Total Vacancies: 6715 (Indicative)
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Last Date for IBPS PO Online Form 2026: 21 July 2026
IBPS CRP PO/MT XVI Important Dates
| Activity | Tentative Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Registration and Fee Payment | 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026 |
| Edit Window for Application Correction | 2 days after registration closes |
| Pre-Examination Training | August 2026 |
| Download of Preliminary Call Letter | August 2026 |
| Online Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Result | September 2026 |
| Download of Main Exam Call Letter | September 2026 |
| Online Main Examination | October 2026 |
| Main Exam Result Declaration | November 2026 |
| Personality Test | November 2026 |
| Common Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
IBPS PO Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 175 (inclusive of GST) |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 850 (inclusive of GST) |
Payment can be made online only, through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS or UPI. Bank transaction charges, if any, must be borne by the candidate.
IBPS CRP PO/MT XVI Vacancy Details 2026
The category-wise indicative vacancy break-up for each participating bank is given below. Vacancies are subject to change based on actual business requirements reported by the banks.
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 285 | 142 | 513 | 190 | 770 | 1900 |
| Bank of India | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 165 | 82 | 297 | 110 | 446 | 1100 |
| Canara Bank | 225 | 112 | 405 | 150 | 608 | 1500 |
| Central Bank of India | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 |
| Indian Bank | Not Reported | |||||
| Indian Overseas Bank | 84 | 41 | 148 | 54 | 223 | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 76 | 38 | 136 | 50 | 204 | 504 |
| Punjab and Sind Bank | 24 | 13 | 47 | 15 | 62 | 161 |
| UCO Bank | Not Reported | |||||
| Union Bank of India | Not Reported | |||||
| Total | 1009 | 502 | 1816 | 669 | 2719 | 6715 |
Out of the total vacancies, a Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) reservation is provided as follows: Hearing Impaired 73, Orthopedically Challenged 70, Visually Impaired 67, and Intellectual Disability 77 posts. Vacancies for Indian Bank, UCO Bank and Union Bank of India were not reported at the time of notification and will be updated by IBPS as and when made available. Candidates should check the official website for revised figures.
IBPS PO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Nationality
A candidate must be a Citizen of India, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who settled in India before 1 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin migrated from certain specified countries with an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.
IBPS PO Educational Qualification
A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India is required. The candidate must be a graduate on the day of registration and must have obtained the qualification on or before 21 July 2026.
IBPS PO Age Limit 2026
Minimum age is 20 years and maximum age is 30 years as on 01 July 2026. This means a candidate must be born between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2006, both dates inclusive.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers | 5 years |
IBPS PO Pay Scale 2026
Selected candidates will draw a basic pay of Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 under the Officer/Management Trainee scale, along with allowances and perquisites as applicable in the participating bank.
IBPS PO Selection Process 2026
Selection for CRP PO/MT-XVI is based on the following stages:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personality Test (self-report, non-qualifying but mandatory)
- Common Interview
- Provisional Allotment
The final merit list is prepared using scores from the Online Main Examination and the Interview in a weightage ratio of 80:20.
IBPS PO Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Test Name | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Main Examination Pattern
| Test Name | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 50 | 60 | 35 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 35 minutes |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 40 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| Descriptive Paper (Essay and Comprehension) | 2 | 25 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 172 | 225 | 190 minutes |
A penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for each wrong answer marked in the objective tests. There is no penalty for questions left unanswered. Candidates must qualify in each test as well as secure the overall cut off score decided by IBPS to be shortlisted for the next stage.
How To Apply For IBPS PO Online Form 2026
Follow these steps to complete the IBPS PO Registration process:
- Visit the official IBPS website and open the CRP PO/MT-XVI application link.
- Click on New Registration and enter your basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Note down the registration number and password for future Login.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per the specified format.
- Upload your SSC/SSLC/10th standard certificate and any other applicable certificate.
- Fill in all sections of the Online Form carefully and use the Save and Next option to verify entries.
- Pay the Application Fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Take a printout of the e-receipt and the completed application form for future reference.
Note: Once submitted, name, email ID, mobile number, state and nationality fields cannot be edited. Candidates are advised to fill the Online Form with utmost care.
Documents Required For IBPS PO Interview
- Printout of the valid Interview Call Letter and system generated Online Application Form
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Photo Identity Proof matching the name on the call letter
- Graduation mark sheets or provisional certificate
- Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) category candidates
- Income and Asset Certificate for EWS category candidates
- Disability Certificate for Persons with Benchmark Disability category
- Discharge documents for Ex-Servicemen candidates, where applicable
IBPS PO General Rules 2026
- Not more than one application should be submitted. In case of multiple applications, only the latest completed form is considered valid.
- Any request for change of examination centre, date or time will not be entertained.
- Candidates found using unfair means during the examination process are liable to be disqualified and debarred from future IBPS examinations.
- Provisional allotment to a participating bank is final and binding, and no request for change of bank will be considered.
- Any dispute arising out of the recruitment process shall be subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Courts situated at Mumbai.
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI is 21 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in IBPS PO 2026?
There are 6715 indicative vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee across eleven participating banks.
Q3. What is the application fee for IBPS PO 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and Rs. 850 for all other candidates, payable online only.
Q4. What is the age limit for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the educational qualification required for IBPS PO?
Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India.
Q6. What is the selection process for IBPS PO 2026?
Selection is done through Online Preliminary Examination, Online Main Examination, Personality Test, Common Interview and Provisional Allotment.
Q7. What is the pay scale for IBPS PO?
Selected candidates will get a basic pay of Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 along with allowances.
Q8. Where can candidates check IBPS PO official notification?
Candidates can check the official IBPS PO notification and updates on the official IBPS website.
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This article is based on the official IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI detailed notification dated 01 July 2026, published by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, Mumbai. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification on the IBPS website for complete and updated information.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is compiled from the official IBPS notification for reader convenience. VacancyPage.com does not guarantee the accuracy of any subsequent amendments made by IBPS. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before proceeding with the application.
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