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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026
IBPS has announced the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) for the year 2026. A total of 4000 vacancies are to be filled through a selection process involving prelims, mains, and interview. Candidates with a graduation degree are eligible to apply.
Overview
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Posts | 4000 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Advt No. | N/A |
Important Dates
| Application Start | N/A |
|---|---|
| Last Date | N/A |
| Admit Card Date | N/A |
| Answer Key Date | N/A |
| Result Date | N/A |
| Final Result Date | N/A |
| Prelims Date | 2026-08-22 |
| Prelims Result Date | N/A |
| Mains Date | N/A |
| Mains Result Date | N/A |
| Interview Date | N/A |
Application Fees
| General | 850 |
|---|---|
| OBC | 850 |
| EWS | 850 |
| ST | 175 |
| SC | 175 |
| PwBD | 175 |
Eligibility
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent. |
|---|---|
| Age Limit General | 20-30 |
| Age Limit OBC | 20-33 |
| Age Limit EWS | 20-30 |
| Age Limit ST | 20-35 |
| Age Limit SC | 20-35 |
| Age Limit PwBD | 20-40 |
Posts
| Total Posts | 4000 |
|---|
Selection Process
- 1.) Preliminary Examination – Objective test (English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning) – 100 marks, 1 hour.
- 2.) Main Examination – Objective and descriptive test – 200 marks (objective) + 25 marks (descriptive) – about 3.5 hours.
- 3.) Interview – Candidates shortlisted from mains are called for interview – 100 marks.
How To Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website and click on the 'CWE PO/MT' link.
- Step 2: Register with basic details and generate login credentials.
- Step 3: Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and work details.
- Step 4: Upload scanned photo, signature, and other documents as per specifications.
- Step 5: Pay the application fee online and submit the form. Take a printout for future reference.
Location
All India, India
Details
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited online applications for the post of Probationary Officer (PO) for the year 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for graduates seeking a career in the banking sector. A total of 4000 vacancies are to be filled across various public sector banks in India.
Important Dates
- Preliminary Exam: 22-23 August 2026
- Mains Exam: To be announced
- Interview: To be announced
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Those who are in the final year of graduation can also apply provisionally.
Age Limit
General: 20-30 years; OBC: 20-33 years; SC/ST: 20-35 years; PwBD: 20-40 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 850; SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 175. The fee is non-refundable and can be paid online.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (objective type, 100 marks)
- Main Examination (objective 200 marks + descriptive 25 marks)
- Interview (100 marks)
Final selection is based on the combined performance in the mains and interview.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website. The application process includes registration, filling the form, uploading documents, and payment of fee. Detailed instructions are available in the official notification.
For more updates on IBPS PO 2026, candidates are advised to regularly check the IBPS website.
FAQ
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent. Those in the final year can also apply provisionally.
General category: 20-30 years. OBC: 20-33 years, SC/ST: 20-35 years, PwBD: 20-40 years. Age relaxation as per government norms.
A total of 4000 vacancies have been announced for the Probationary Officer post.
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 850, SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 175. The fee is non-refundable.
The preliminary examination is scheduled for 22nd and 23rd August 2026. Admit cards will be released prior to the exam.
Yes, candidates shortlisted from the mains examination will be called for an interview. The final merit is based on mains and interview scores.
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