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Add as a Preferred Source on GoogleIBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Notification: 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) and Management Trainees (MT) in participating public sector banks. The IBPS PO Notification 2026 has been released on 30 June 2026. The online application process begins on 1 July 2026, and candidates can submit their applications until 21 July 2026.
Candidates who wish to build a career in the banking sector can apply online through the official IBPS website. The recruitment process consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Personality Test, Interview, and Provisional Allotment. Interested candidates are advised to read the complete notification before submitting the online application.
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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam Name | IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Vacancy Session | 2027-28 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Personality Test, Interview |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment | 21 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Main Examination | October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
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Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age as on 01 July 2026 (Use Age Calculator)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per Government of India and IBPS rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | 6715 | Any Graduate |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test & Interview
- Provisional Allotment
Candidates qualifying each stage will become eligible for the next stage of recruitment.
IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern
| Subject | 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 |
IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 |
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness | 35 | 50 |
| English Language | 35 | 40 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 50 |
| Objective Total | 145 | 200 |
| Descriptive Test (Essay & Comprehension) | 2 | 25 |
The descriptive paper is conducted in English and carries 25 marks.
How to Apply for IBPS PO 2026
- Visit the official IBPS website ibps.in
- Click on CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
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Important Links
| IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| IBPS Official Website | IBPS |
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