IBPS PO Recruitment 2026

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the short notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) / Management Trainees (MT) through Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO/MT-XVI) for the recruitment cycle 2027-28. The online registration process will commence from 01 July 2026. The Last to Apply for the Post is 21 July 2026.

Candidates aspiring to secure a career in the banking sector can apply online for this prestigious recruitment process. IBPS PO is one of the most sought-after banking examinations in India, conducted annually for recruitment in participating Public Sector Banks.

IBPS PO CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 – Summary

Particulars	Details
Recruitment Organization	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name	CRP PO/MT-XVI
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Recruitment Cycle	2027-28
Application Mode	Online
Job Category	Banking Jobs
Job Location	Across India
Participating Banks	11 Public Sector Banks

Important Dates IBPS PO Recruitment 2026

Recruitment / Exam Events	Date
Online Application Start Date	01 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	21 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	21 July 2026
Preliminary Examination Date	22 & 23 August 2026
Main Examination Date	04 October 2026

The detailed notification is expected to be released shortly.

IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

The exact number of vacancies will be announced in the detailed notification. According to various media reports, more than 6715 vacancies are expected under the IBPS PO CRP PO/MT-XVI recruitment process. However, candidates are advised to wait for the detailed notification for the confirmed vacancy details.

Participating Banks in IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment

The recruitment process will be conducted for various Public Sector Banks, including:

• Bank of Baroda
• Bank of India
• Bank of Maharashtra
• Canara Bank
• Central Bank of India
• Indian Bank
• Indian Overseas Bank
• Punjab National Bank
• Punjab & Sind Bank
• UCO Bank
• Union Bank of India

IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of India.

Candidates must possess a valid mark sheet or degree certificate on the date of registration.

IBPS PO Recruitment Age Limit / Criteria

Criteria	Age Limit
Minimum Age Required	20 Years
Maximum Age Limit	30 Years

Age Relaxation as per Govt. Rules for the Social Reserved Categories. Age Calculation Date is 01 July 2026.

IBPS PO Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
SC / ST / PwBD	₹175/-
General / OBC / EWS	₹850/-

The application fee details will be confirmed in the detailed notification.

Selection Process of IBPS PO Recruitment 2026

The selection process for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 will consist of the following stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Personality Test
4. Interview
5. Provisional Allotment

Candidates qualifying in the Preliminary Examination will be shortlisted for the Main Examination. Final selection will be based on performance in the Main Examination and Interview.

IBPS PO Recruitment Exam Pattern 2026

Preliminary Examination

Section / Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	20 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	20 Minutes
Reasoning Ability	35	35	20 Minutes
Total	100	100	60 Minutes

Main Examination

Section / Subjects	Questions	Marks
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	45	60
General / Economy / Banking Awareness	40	40
English Language	35	40
Data Analysis & Interpretation	35	60
Descriptive Test (English Letter & Essay)	2	25

Salary IBPS PO Recruitment 2026

The initial gross monthly salary of an IBPS PO is expected to be around ₹74,000 to ₹76,000 along with various allowances and benefits.

IBPS PO Recruitment Required Documents

• Aadhar Card
• Graduation Degree/Mark Sheet
• Valid ID Proof
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Left Thumb Impression
• Handwritten Declaration
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?

1. Click on Apply Online.
2. Visit the IBPS online application portal.
3. Complete the registration process.
4. Fill in the online application form carefully.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Pay the application fee.
7. Submit the application form.
8. Download and print the final application form for future use.

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