IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for the Common Recruitment Process CRP PO/MT-XVI (Probationary Officers / Management Trainees). This is one of the most awaited Sarkari Naukri notifications of the year for banking sector aspirants across India. Through CRP PO/MT-XVI, IBPS will conduct Online Preliminary and Main Examinations for filling up Probationary Officer and Management Trainee (PO/MT) vacancies in 11 Participating Public Sector Banks for the year 2027-28. Online Registration started on 01 July 2026 and the last date to apply online is 21 July 2026. A total of 6715 indicative vacancies have been notified across participating banks. Eligible graduates who have appeared in or cleared their degree can apply online at www.ibps.in. Do not miss this golden opportunity to start your career as a bank PO in a Central Government Bank.
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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Overview – CRP PO/MT-XVI Apply Online for 6715 Vacancies
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP PO/MT-XVI – Common Recruitment Process for PO/MT |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Indicative Vacancies | 6715 |
| Vacancies For Year | 2027-28 |
| Participating Banks | 11 Public Sector Banks |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in Any Discipline from a Recognised University |
| Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) | Minimum 20 Years – Maximum 30 Years |
| Application Mode | Online – ibps.in |
| Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 July 2026 |
| Application Fee – General/OBC/EWS | ₹850/- (inclusive of GST) |
| Application Fee – SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- (inclusive of GST) |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Main Exam | October 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026 is one of the most prestigious and large-scale banking recruitment processes in India. The online examination will be conducted in two tiers — Preliminary and Main. Candidates who qualify the Preliminary exam will be called for the Main exam, and those who clear the Main exam will be called for a Personality Test followed by a Common Interview conducted by the Participating Banks. Based on the combined score of Main exam and Interview (80:20 weightage), candidates will be provisionally allotted to one of the Participating Public Sector Banks for the year 2027-28. IBPS co-ordinates the process; the final recruitment and appointment authority rests with the individual Participating Bank.
IBPS PO 2026 Participating Banks – CRP PO/MT-XVI Vacancy Bank-Wise Breakup
The following 11 Public Sector Banks are participating in IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026. The indicative vacancy breakup (for 2027-28) is as follows:
| S.No. | Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| 1 | Bank of Baroda | 285 | 142 | 513 | 190 | 770 | 1900 |
| 2 | Bank of India | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 |
| 3 | Bank of Maharashtra | 165 | 82 | 297 | 110 | 446 | 1100 |
| 4 | Canara Bank | 225 | 112 | 405 | 150 | 608 | 1500 |
| 5 | Central Bank of India | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 |
| 6 | Indian Bank | NR (Not Reported) | NR | ||||
| 7 | Indian Overseas Bank | 84 | 41 | 148 | 54 | 223 | 550 |
| 8 | Punjab National Bank | 76 | 38 | 136 | 50 | 204 | 504 |
| 9 | Punjab & Sind Bank | 24 | 13 | 47 | 15 | 62 | 161 |
| 10 | UCO Bank | NR (Not Reported) | NR | ||||
| 11 | Union Bank of India | NR (Not Reported) | NR | ||||
| Grand Total (Reported) | 1009 | 502 | 1816 | 669 | 2719 | 6715 | |
Note: Vacancies for Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India have not been reported (NR) as of now and may include backlog vacancies. These are indicative vacancies only — final provisional allotment will be based on actual vacancies reported by each bank at the time of allotment for the financial year 2027-28.
IBPS PO 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification and Age Limit for CRP PO/MT-XVI
Educational Qualification (as on 21.07.2026):
| Requirement | Details |
| Minimum Qualification | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, or any equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government |
| Result Cut-off | Final result must have been declared on or before 21 July 2026. Candidate must possess a valid Marksheet / Degree Certificate as on the day of online registration |
| CGPA / OGPA | Where CGPA / OGPA is awarded, must be converted to percentage as per University’s conversion norms and indicated in the online application |
All educational qualifications must be from a University, Institution, or Board recognised by the Government of India or approved by Government Regulatory Bodies. Candidates whose results were declared after 21 July 2026 will not be eligible. If called for interview, candidates with CGPA/OGPA must produce a certificate from the University authority showing the conversion norms and percentage equivalent.
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026):
| Category | Age Limit | Date of Birth Range (Both Dates Inclusive) |
| General / EWS | 20 to 30 Years | Born between 02.07.1996 and 01.07.2006 |
| SC / ST | 20 to 35 Years (5 years relaxation) | Born between 02.07.1991 and 01.07.2006 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 to 33 Years (3 years relaxation) | Born between 02.07.1993 and 01.07.2006 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 20 to 40 Years (10 years relaxation) | Born between 02.07.1986 and 01.07.2006 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) – Eligible category | Up to 35 Years (5 years relaxation) | As per Government of India guidelines |
OBC candidates under the Creamy Layer are not entitled to OBC age relaxation and must apply under the General category. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates is on a cumulative basis with only one additional category. For EWS candidates, the EWS certificate must be valid for the financial year 2025-26 (year 2026-27).
IBPS PO 2026 Salary – Pay Scale and Compensation Package for PO/MT Posts
| Post | Basic Pay Scale | Additional Benefits |
| Probationary Officer / Management Trainee | ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – ₹85,920 | DA, HRA, Special Allowance, and other perquisites as per the allotted bank’s rules in force from time to time |
In addition to the basic pay, selected PO/MT officers will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Special Allowance, and various other perquisites as per the service rules of the bank to which they are allotted. The in-hand salary will vary slightly from bank to bank and posting location.
IBPS PO 2026 Application Fee – Category-Wise Fee for CRP PO/MT-XVI
| Category | Application Fee / Intimation Charges |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175/- (inclusive of GST) |
| General / OBC / EWS / All Others | ₹850/- (inclusive of GST) |
Fee is payable through online mode only — Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet, or UPI. Fee payment window is open from 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026. Transaction charges, if any, are to be borne by the candidate. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances nor adjusted against any future examination.
IBPS PO 2026 Exam Pattern – Preliminary and Main Examination Structure for CRP PO/MT-XVI
a) Online Preliminary Examination – Total 60 Minutes:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Medium | Time |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | English | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | English & Hindi | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | English & Hindi | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | — | 60 Minutes |
Each section in the Preliminary exam is separately timed. Candidates must qualify each section individually by securing minimum cut-off marks as decided by IBPS. Marks in Preliminary Exam are only used for shortlisting — they are NOT counted in the final merit or allotment.
b) Online Main Examination – Total 190 Minutes:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Medium | Time |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 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 Only | 35 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 Minutes |
| Descriptive Paper (Essay & Comprehension)* | 02 | 25 | English Only | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 172 | 225 | — | 190 Minutes |
*The Descriptive Paper is broadly based on economic and social issues, trends in banking and technology, current events, and ethics. It may be evaluated through an automated scoring mechanism. Marks obtained in the Online Main Examination ONLY will be considered for shortlisting for Personality Test, Interview, and Final Merit Listing. There is negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer in both exams. No penalty for unattempted questions.
IBPS PO 2026 Selection Process – Prelims, Mains, Personality Test, Interview and Allotment
- Stage 1 – Online Preliminary Examination (August 2026): 100-mark objective test in 60 minutes. Qualifying stage only — marks not counted in final merit.
- Stage 2 – Online Main Examination (October 2026): Objective and Descriptive test of 225 marks in 190 minutes. This is the merit-determining stage.
- Stage 3 – Personality Test (November 2026): A self-report-based test placed before the interview panel. Non-qualifying in nature but mandatory to appear for the interview.
- Stage 4 – Interview (November / December 2026): Carries 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for UR/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Final combined score = Main Exam (80%) + Interview (20%).
- Stage 5 – Provisional Allotment (January 2027): Based on merit-cum-preference, candidates are allotted to one Participating Bank for 2027-28 vacancies. Allotment once made is final — no request for change will be entertained. Allotment offer must be accepted — candidates who do not avail the offer will forfeit their candidature.
IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026 – Important Dates (Tentative Schedule)
| Activity | Tentative Schedule |
| Online Registration and Fee Payment | 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026 |
| Edit Window for Application Correction | 2 days after closing of registration (dates to be notified on ibps.in) |
| Pre-Examination Training (PET) for SC/ST/OBC/Minority | August 2026 |
| Download Preliminary Exam Call Letter | August 2026 |
| Online Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Result – Preliminary Examination | September 2026 |
| Download Main Exam Call Letter | September 2026 |
| Online Main Examination | October 2026 |
| Result – Main Examination | November 2026 |
| Personality Test | November 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
How to Apply for IBPS PO 2026 – Step by Step Guide (CRP PO/MT-XVI Online Application)
- Visit www.ibps.in and click on “CRP PO/MT” on the home page
- Click “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP – PROBATIONARY OFFICERS / MANAGEMENT TRAINEES (CRP-PO/MT-XVI)”
- Click “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” — enter basic details to generate your Provisional Registration Number and Password (will be sent by email and SMS)
- Log in using your Provisional Registration Number and Password and fill in the application form carefully
- Upload all required documents in the specified format and size — Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration, 10th Certificate, and any disability certificate if applicable
- Capture and upload a live photograph through webcam or mobile phone QR code during registration
- Pay the fee of ₹850/- (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹175/- (SC/ST/PwBD) through online payment
- After successful payment, print the e-receipt and system-generated application form
- Keep your email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process
Important: No change is allowed after clicking the COMPLETE REGISTRATION button. Only one application per candidate is allowed — multiple applications will be rejected. The application is valid only after all required uploads are completed and fee is successfully paid.
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IBPS PO 2026 – Documents Required at Interview Stage
- Printout of valid Interview Call Letter
- Valid system-generated printout of online application form for CRP PO/MT-XVI
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC / Class 10 Certificate with DOB)
- Valid Photo ID — PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence / Voter ID / Bank Passbook / Aadhaar Card / Employee ID (Ration Card and Learner’s Driving Licence NOT accepted)
- Graduation Marksheets and Degree Certificate (result declared on or before 21.07.2026)
- Caste Certificate in prescribed format (SC/ST/OBC) — OBC must have Non-Creamy Layer clause issued on or after 01.04.2026
- Income & Asset Certificate (EWS candidates) — valid for FY 2025-26
- Disability Certificate from District Medical Board (PwBD candidates)
- Service / Discharge Book with pension payment order (Ex-Servicemen)
- No Objection Certificate from current employer (Govt / PSU / Bank employees)
- Experience certificates if applicable
IBPS PO CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026 – Important Links
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online – CRP PO/MT-XVI | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| For Complaints / Queries | cgrs.ibps.in |
| IBPS Official Website | www.ibps.in |
FAQs – IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI)
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 refers to the Common Recruitment Process CRP PO/MT-XVI conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for recruitment of Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in 11 Participating Public Sector Banks for vacancies of the year 2027-28. A total of 6715 indicative vacancies have been notified across 8 banks that have reported their numbers — Bank of Baroda (1900), Bank of India (500), Bank of Maharashtra (1100), Canara Bank (1500), Central Bank of India (500), Indian Overseas Bank (550), Punjab National Bank (504), and Punjab & Sind Bank (161). Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India have not yet reported their numbers. The selection process involves Online Preliminary Exam in August 2026, Main Exam in October 2026, Personality Test and Interview in November/December 2026, and Provisional Allotment in January 2027.
The last date to apply online for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI) is 21 July 2026. Online registration and fee payment both opened on 01 July 2026. After the closing of registration, candidates will get a 2-day edit window to correct their application forms — dates for the edit window will be notified on ibps.in. After the edit window expires, no changes will be entertained. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the last date to avoid website congestion or technical failures on the closing day. IBPS does not take any responsibility for candidates unable to submit applications due to technical issues on or around the closing date.
The educational qualification required for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 is a Degree or Graduation in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, or any equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. The candidate’s final degree result must have been declared on or before 21 July 2026. The candidate must possess a valid marksheet or degree certificate on the day of online registration and must indicate the percentage of marks obtained in graduation in the application. Where CGPA or OGPA is awarded, it must be converted to percentage as per the University’s conversion criteria and indicated in the online application. Candidates must produce a University certificate confirming the CGPA-to-percentage conversion at the time of interview if called.
The age limit for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI) is a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 30 years as on 01 July 2026 for General and EWS candidates. Candidates must have been born between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2006 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is available as — SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation (up to 35 years); OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates get 3 years relaxation (up to 33 years); Persons with Benchmark Disabilities get 10 years relaxation (up to 40 years); and Ex-Servicemen get 5 years relaxation. OBC candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer are not entitled to OBC reservation or age relaxation and must apply under the General category. All age relaxation certificates must be submitted in original at the time of interview.
The basic pay scale for a Probationary Officer / Management Trainee selected through IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI) is ₹48,480 with periodic increments, going up to ₹85,920 over the years. In addition to the basic pay, selected officers receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Special Allowance, medical benefits, and various other perquisites as per the service rules of the allotted Participating Bank. The approximate gross monthly in-hand salary for a Bank PO in a metro city typically ranges from ₹52,000 to ₹65,000 or more when all allowances are factored in, though the exact figure varies depending on the bank and the posting location.
The application fee for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI) is ₹850/- inclusive of GST for General, OBC, and EWS category candidates. For SC, ST, and PwBD category candidates, the fee is ₹175/- inclusive of GST. Fee payment is accepted through online mode only via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet, or UPI. The fee payment window is open from 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026. Bank transaction charges, if any, are to be borne by the candidate. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable and will not be adjusted against any other IBPS examination. On successful payment, an e-receipt is generated which must be printed and kept safely for future reference.
The IBPS PO 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI) exam is conducted in two tiers. The Preliminary Examination is an objective test of 100 marks in 60 minutes with three sections — English Language (30 questions, 30 marks, 20 minutes), Quantitative Aptitude (35 questions, 30 marks, 20 minutes), and Reasoning Ability (35 questions, 40 marks, 20 minutes). The Main Examination has four objective sections — Reasoning (40 questions, 60 marks, 45 minutes), General/Banking/Financial Awareness (50 questions, 60 marks, 35 minutes), English Language (40 questions, 20 marks, 35 minutes), and Data Analysis & Interpretation (40 questions, 60 marks, 45 minutes) — plus a Descriptive Paper with Essay and Comprehension (2 questions, 25 marks, 30 minutes). Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer applies in both exams. Only Main Exam marks are used for final merit listing and allotment.
After the interview process for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI), candidates who qualify both the Main Examination and Interview will be provisionally allotted to one of the Participating Banks in January 2027. The allotment is based on a merit-cum-preference system, where the candidate’s combined score (80% weightage to Main Exam + 20% to Interview) and their indicated bank preference order (filled at the time of online registration) are both considered. Allotment is subject to actual vacancies reported by the Participating Banks for 2027-28. Once allotted, no change of bank is permitted under any circumstances. Candidates who do not accept the allotment or do not report to the allotted bank will forfeit their candidature. All further terms, joining formalities, and service conditions are decided by the individual Participating Bank — IBPS has no role in those matters.