IBPS PO Notification 2026
The IBPS PO Notification 2026 has been released for the recruitment of 7,365 Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) vacancies under CRP PO/MT-XVI. The online application process is open from 1 July 2026 to 26 July 2026.
Candidates with a graduation degree in any discipline and meeting the prescribed age criteria are eligible to apply through the online mode.
Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Cycle | CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,365 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 1 July 2026 to 26 July 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 Years |
| Qualification | Graduation in Any Discipline |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Personality Test, Interview, Provisional Allotment |
| Prelims Exam Date | 22 & 23 August 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 4 October 2026 |
| Official Authority | IBPS |
About the Recruitment
IBPS is conducting the Common Recruitment Process CRP PO/MT-XVI for recruitment of Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in participating public sector banks. The recruitment cycle is for the 2027-28 period.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 30 June 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 July 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment | 1 July 2026 to 26 July 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | 22 & 23 August 2026 |
| Mains Exam | 4 October 2026 |
| Personality Test | November 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age Cut-off Date: 1 July 2026
Date of Birth Range: Candidates should be born between 2 July 1996 and 1 July 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 Years |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs | 5 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Final graduation result should be declared on or before the prescribed eligibility date mentioned in the notification.
- Candidates must enter their graduation percentage while filling the online application form.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
| SC | 1,131 |
| ST | 562 |
| OBC | 2,015 |
| EWS | 721 |
| UR | 2,936 |
| Total | 7,365 |
IBPS PO Notification 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test
- Common Interview
- Provisional Allotment
Important Points
- Preliminary Examination is qualifying in nature.
- Prelims marks are not included in the final merit list.
- Personality Test is mandatory but non-qualifying.
- Final merit is prepared using Main Examination and Interview scores.
- Weightage of Main Examination and Interview is 80:20.
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
| 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
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| General, Economy, Banking, Digital & Financial Awareness | 50 | 60 | 35 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 35 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 40 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Objective Test Total | 170 | 200 | 160 Minutes |
| Descriptive Paper (Essay & Comprehension) | 2 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer in objective tests.
Salary Details
| Component | Details |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹48,480 |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480–2,000/7–62,480–2,340/2–67,160–2,680/7–85,920 |
| Estimated In-Hand Salary | Approximately ₹74,000 to ₹76,000 per month |
Required Documents
| Documents |
| Recent Passport Size Photograph |
| Signature |
| Left Thumb Impression |
| Handwritten Declaration |
| Live Photograph |
| Aadhaar or Accepted Identity Proof |
| Graduation Details |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) |
| Disability Certificate (if applicable) |
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the CRP PO/MT section.
- Select the CRP PO/MT-XVI application link.
- Complete new registration.
- Enter personal, educational and category details.
- Upload required documents.
- Preview the application form.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Save the application form and fee receipt.
Important Instructions
- Apply only through online mode.
- Upload documents in the prescribed format.
- Signature should not be written in capital letters.
- Handwritten declaration should be written by the candidate in English.
- Keep registration details and fee receipt for future reference.
- Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates.
Also Read: IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 1035 Specialist Officer Posts, Last Date 26 July
Important Links
| IBPS PO Notification 2026 Links | Status |
| Official Website | IBPS PO Notification 2026 |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | IBPS PO Apply Online |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies in IBPS PO Notification 2026?
The IBPS PO Notification 2026 has announced 7,365 vacancies for Probationary Officer and Management Trainee posts.
What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 26 July 2026.
What is the age limit for IBPS PO 2026?
Candidates should be between 20 and 30 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for IBPS PO 2026?
Candidates should possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Are Prelims marks counted in the final merit list?
No. Preliminary Examination marks are used only for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination.
Conclusion
IBPS has announced 7,365 vacancies under CRP PO/MT-XVI for Probationary Officer and Management Trainee posts. Eligible candidates can complete the online application process between 1 July 2026 and 26 July 2026 and prepare for the Preliminary and Main examinations scheduled in August and October 2026.
