IBPS PO Recruitment 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS PO Notification 2026 for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO/MT-XVI) to recruit Probationary Officers (PO)/Management Trainees (MT) in participating Public Sector Banks for the 2027–28 vacancies. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for graduates aspiring to build a career in the banking sector. Selected candidates will be appointed in various participating public sector banks across India after successfully qualifying the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview.
The online application process has commenced from 01 July 2026 and will continue until 21 July 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official IBPS website after carefully reading the detailed notification. The Preliminary and Main Online Examinations will be conducted by IBPS as per the tentative schedule mentioned in the official notification. Candidates are advised to complete the registration process well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues. The direct link to download the official notification PDF and apply online is provided below in this article.
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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Vacancies | 6715 |
| Advertisement Year | CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Registration Dates | 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026 |
| Job Type | Permanant |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Personality Test & Interview |
| Age Limit | 20-30 Years as on 01.07.2026. |
| Official Website | http://www.ibps.in/ |
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IBPS Probationary Officer Vacancy 2026 : Details
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) | 6715 |
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Govt. Of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. The candidate must possess valid Mark-sheet / Degree Certificate that he/ she is a graduate on the day he / she registers and indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation while registering online. |
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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 : Age Limit
- Age Limit: Minimum: 20 years Maximum: 30 years
- i.e. A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive)
IBPS Probationary Pay Scale 2026
Basic: ₹ 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
The official will be eligible for allowances & perquisites as per rules of the Participating Bank in force from time to time.
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 June 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Pre-Exam Training | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | September 2026 |
| Main Examination | October 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
| Personality Test | November 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Candidates should complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 : Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 850/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs 175/- |
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 : Selection Process
The selection process for this recruitment includes the following stages:
- The selection process includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (if applicable)
Preliminary Examination (Objective Test)
| Name of Tests | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Exam | Time allotted for each test (Separately timed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | English | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | English and Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | English and Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Main Examination (Objective and Descriptive)
| Name of Tests | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Exam | Time allotted for each test (Separately timed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 minutes |
| General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness / Digital/ Financial Awareness including RBI circulars | 50 | 60 | English & Hindi | 35 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | English | 35 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 minutes |
| TOTAL | 170 | 200 | 160 minutes | |
| Descriptive Paper* (Essay and Comprehension) | 02 | 25 | English | 30 minutes |
Personality Test
Candidates who qualify in the Main examination will be called for a Personality Test (self-report). Personality Profile of the candidates will be placed before the Interview panel. The Personality Test will be non-qualifying in nature. However, appearing in the Personality Test will be mandatory for being eligible for appearing for the Interview process. Personality test may be conducted through proctored mode or at identified examination centres, as decided by IBPS.
How to Apply Online for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the Recruitment section.
- Click on the IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Apply Link & Official Notification
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official SBI Website | https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crppoxvijun26/ |
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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Total 6500+ vacancies released by the IBPS.
What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date to submit the online application is 21 July 2026.
