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IBPS PO Recruitment 2026
IBPS has released the recruitment notification for the post of Probationary Officer (PO) for 2026. The selection will be based on Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Candidates with a graduate degree can apply online.
Overview
| Organization | IBPS |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Posts | 4000 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Advt No. | CRP PO/MT-XV |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 2026-01-01 |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 2026-01-21 |
| Admit Card Date | 2026-08-01 |
| Answer Key Date | 2026-09-10 |
| Result Date | 2026-09-30 |
| Final Result Date | 2026-12-15 |
| Joining Date | 2027-01-01 |
| Correction Window Date | 2026-01-22 |
| Prelims Date | 2026-08-22 |
| Prelims Result Date | 2026-09-15 |
| Mains Date | 2026-10-10 |
| Mains Result Date | 2026-11-20 |
| Interview Date | 2026-11-25 |
| Document Verification Date | 2026-12-01 |
Application Fees
| General | 850 |
|---|---|
| OBC | 850 |
| EWS | 850 |
| ST | 175 |
| SC | 175 |
| PwBD | 175 |
Eligibility
| Qualification | Any Graduate from a recognized university. Candidates in the final year may also apply. |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | 4000 |
Selection Process
- 1.) Preliminary Examination (Prelims) - Objective type, 100 marks, 1 hour duration.
- 2.) Main Examination (Mains) - Objective and descriptive, 200 marks, 3.5 hours duration.
- 3.) Interview - 100 marks (qualifying nature).
- 4.) Final selection based on aggregate of Mains and Interview.
How To Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website at www.ibps.in.
- Step 2: Click on the CRP PO/MT-XV link and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Step 3: Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Step 4: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Step 5: Pay application fee through online mode (debit card/credit card/net banking).
- Step 6: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Location
All India, India
Details
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 - Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited online applications for the post of Probationary Officer (PO) under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO/MT-XV) for the year 2026. This is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a career in the banking sector. A total of 4000 vacancies are to be filled through this recruitment drive.
Important Dates
Application start date is 1st January 2026 and the last date to apply is 21st January 2026. The correction window opens on 22nd January 2026. Prelims will be conducted on 22nd August 2026, followed by Mains on 10th October 2026. The interview is likely in November 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:Any graduate from a recognized university. Candidates in their final year can also apply provisionaly.
Age Limit:20 to 30 years for General category. Relaxation of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD as per government norms.
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 850, SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 175. Fee can be paid online.
Selection Process
The selection will involve a three-stage process: Preliminary exam, Main exam, and Interview. Prelims is of 100 marks with 1 hour duration. Mains consists of objective and descriptive tests of 200 marks. Interview carries 100 marks. Final merit list is prepared based on Mains and Interview scores.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website at www.ibps.in. Fill the registration form, upload required documents, pay the fee, and submit.
FAQ
General, OBC, and EWS candidates need to pay Rs. 850. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay Rs. 175 as intimation charges.
The minimum age is 20 years and maximum is 30 years for General category. Relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Yes, candidates who are in their final year of graduation can also apply, provided they can produce proof of passing before the final selection.
The selection process consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Candidates must qualify in each stage to proceed.
Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the objective tests of both Prelims and Mains.
As per the tentative schedule, the Mains exam is expected to be held in October 2026. The exact date will be announced on the IBPS website.
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