IBPS PO Notification 2026 Out: 6,715 Vacancies, Apply Online from 1 July — Full Details Inside

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the CRP PO/MT-XVI notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in 11 Public Sector Banks for the vacancy year 2027-28. The online application window opened on 1 July 2026 and will remain active till 21 July 2026 on the official website www.ibps.in.

This year, a total of 6,715 vacancies have been announced (indicative), making it one of the biggest opportunities of the year for banking aspirants. Here is everything you need to know before applying.

IBPS PO 2026 — Overview

Important Dates

Participating Banks

Candidates selected through CRP PO/MT-XVI will be allotted to one of the following 11 Public Sector Banks:

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, and Union Bank of India.

Vacancy Details (Indicative)

Category-wise, the split is SC: 1009, ST: 502, OBC: 1816, EWS: 669 and Unreserved: 2719. Note that these vacancies are indicative — final allotment will be based on actual vacancies reported by the banks.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)

• Minimum: 20 years
• Maximum: 30 years
• A candidate must have been born between 02.07.1996 and 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation:

Educational Qualification (as on 21.07.2026)

A graduation degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India. The final result must have been declared on or before 21.07.2026, and candidates must mention their graduation percentage while registering online. CGPA holders must convert their score into percentage as per university norms.

Nationality

Citizens of India, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees who came to India before 1 January 1962, and persons of Indian origin migrated from specified countries (with an eligibility certificate from the Government of India) are eligible.

Application Fees

Payment must be made online only, between 01.07.2026 and 21.07.2026. Bank transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.

IBPS PO 2026 Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination (100 Marks, 60 Minutes)

Candidates must clear the sectional cut-off in each of the three tests to qualify for the Mains.

Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive, 225 Marks)

The descriptive paper may cover economic and social issues, emerging trends in banking and technology, current events, and ethics. Notably, IBPS has stated it may be evaluated by a validated automated scoring mechanism.

Negative Marking

For every wrong answer in the objective tests, 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. Unattempted questions carry no penalty.

Personality Test & Interview

Candidates clearing the Mains will appear for a Personality Test (self-report, non-qualifying but mandatory) followed by a Common Interview of 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks in the interview are 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). The final merit is prepared with an 80:20 weightage of Mains and Interview — Prelims marks are not counted in the final merit.

Salary

The basic pay scale for IBPS PO is ₹48,480 – 2,000/7 – 62,480 – 2,340/2 – 67,160 – 2,680/7 – 85,920, along with allowances and perquisites as per the rules of the allotted bank. Gross monthly salary including DA, HRA and other allowances typically comes to a very attractive package for freshers.

How to Apply for IBPS PO 2026

1. Visit www.ibps.in and open the "CRP PO/MT" link, then click "CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP-PO/MT-XVI".
2. Complete New Registration with basic details. Note down the provisional registration number and password sent via email/SMS.
3. Upload the required documents: photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, 10th standard certificate, and scribe certificate (if applicable). You will also need to capture a live photograph via webcam or mobile.
4. Fill in all details carefully — fields like Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, State/UT, Post and Nationality cannot be edited later, even in the edit window.
5. Indicate your order of preference for participating banks — this cannot be changed afterwards.
6. Pay the fee online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, Wallets) and take a printout of the e-receipt and application form.

DigiLocker integration is available on a voluntary basis for document verification.

Key Points Candidates Must Not Miss

• Edit Window: A 2-day edit window will open after registration closes; correction fee is ₹200 and a candidate can modify the application only once.
• Aadhaar advised: Candidates are advised to possess a valid Aadhaar card, as IBPS/banks will conduct online Aadhaar verification at different stages.
• Photographs: Keep about 8 copies of the same photo uploaded in the application — they will be needed at multiple stages.
• Call letters: Prelims call letters will be stamped and returned; the stamped Prelims call letter and ID proof copy must be carried to the Mains, failing which entry will be denied.
• One application only: In case of multiple applications, only the latest completed one is retained; extra fees stand forfeited.
• Reserve list: A reserve list of approximately 20% of vacancies per category may be maintained, valid for one year from provisional allotment.
• The recruitment process is covered under The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 — offences are cognizable, non-bailable and non-compoundable.

Conclusion

With 6,715 vacancies across 11 public sector banks and a clear timeline stretching from the August 2026 Prelims to provisional allotment in January 2027, IBPS PO 2026 (CRP PO/MT-XVI) is the flagship banking recruitment of the year. Eligible graduates should apply well before the 21 July 2026 deadline to avoid last-minute server issues, and start preparing immediately — the Prelims is barely a month away from the close of registration.

For updates, always rely on the official IBPS website www.ibps.in. Bookmark this page — we will keep updating it with the edit window dates, call letter links, and result announcements.