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IBPS CRP PO/MT 2026 – Probationary Officer / Management Trainee in Public Sector Banks

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection — Ministry of Finance
📋 5,208 Vacancies 💰 Rs. 36,000 – Rs. 63,840 (approx. Rs. 74,000/month with allowances) 👁️ 32 views
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📅 Important Dates

Application Start Date 06 Aug 2026
Application End Date 09 Sep 2026
Exam Date 2026-08-22

📋 Vacancy & Pay Details

Total Vacancies 5,208
Category-wise Vacancies

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) recruits Probationary Officers and Management Trainees (PO/MT) for 11 public sector banks through a Common Recruitment Process (CRP). Based on the previous cycle, approximately 5,000–5,200 vacancies are expected for 2026.

Participating banks include:

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

Bank-wise and state-wise vacancy distribution will be published in the detailed IBPS PO 2026 notification on ibps.in in July 2026.
Pay Scale Rs. 36,000 – Rs. 63,840 (approx. Rs. 74,000/month with allowances)
Location —
Department Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
Ministry Ministry of Finance

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India. Candidates appearing in the final year of their graduation exam can also apply provisionally, subject to confirmation of passing before the document verification stage.
Age Limit 20 – 30 years
Age Relaxation

OBC-NCL: 3 years (max age 33) | SC/ST: 5 years (max age 35) | PwBD (General/EWS): 10 years | PwBD (OBC): 13 years | PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years | Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers: 5 years | Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years
Nationality Indian

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC ₹850
SC / ST / PH ₹175
Payment Mode Online – Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI

🏆 Selection Process

IBPS PO 2026 selection involves four stages. Candidates must clear each stage to advance:

  1. Preliminary Examination: An online objective test (100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes) with three sections. Qualifying cutoffs are applied section-wise and overall. Marks from Prelims are not counted in the final merit.
  2. Main Examination: A two-part exam — Objective (145 questions, 200 marks, 180 minutes) and Descriptive (2 questions, 25 marks, 30 minutes on Essay and Letter Writing). Final merit is based on Mains marks combined with Interview.
  3. Personality Test / Interview: 100 marks, conducted by the respective banks. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for General/EWS (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
  4. Final Provisional Allotment: Based on combined Mains + Interview score (80:20 ratio) and candidate bank/location preferences. Allotment is made through IBPS.

📝 How to Apply

  1. Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in when the application window opens in August 2026.
  2. Click on CRP PO/MT on the homepage and then select Click here to Apply Online.
  3. Register with your name, mobile number, and email ID. Note the registration number and password.
  4. Log in and fill in the application form with personal, educational, and bank preference details.
  5. Upload your recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, 20–50 KB), scanned signature (JPEG, 10–20 KB), left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay the application fee: Rs. 850 for General/EWS/OBC candidates; Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Payment via online modes only — Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, BHIM UPI.
  7. Submit the application and download the confirmation slip with your registration number for future reference.

📊 Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination (100 Marks, 60 Minutes):

  • English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks, 20 minutes
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes
  • Reasoning Ability: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

Main Examination — Objective (200 Marks, 180 Minutes):

  • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 45 questions, 60 marks, 60 minutes
  • General/Economy/Banking Awareness: 40 questions, 40 marks, 35 minutes
  • English Language: 35 questions, 40 marks, 40 minutes
  • Data Analysis & Interpretation: 35 questions, 60 marks, 45 minutes
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

Main Examination — Descriptive (25 Marks, 30 Minutes):

  • Essay Writing: 1 question (indicative)
  • Letter Writing: 1 question (indicative)
  • Typed on the computer during the exam

Interview: 100 marks | Qualifying: 40% (General/EWS), 35% (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)

🔗 Important Links

Apply Online Apply Now →
Official Website 🌐 https://www.ibps.in/

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

IBPS PO Preliminary Examination 2026 is scheduled for August 22–23, 2026. The Main Examination is scheduled for October 4, 2026. Registration will be open from August 6 to September 9, 2026.

IBPS PO 2026 is expected to have approximately 5,000–5,200 vacancies across 11 public sector banks. The exact bank-wise vacancy list will be published in the official IBPS notification in July 2026 on ibps.in.

An IBPS PO starts at JMG Scale I with a basic pay of Rs. 48,480 per month. With HRA, DA, and other allowances, the gross monthly salary ranges from Rs. 52,000 to Rs. 85,000 depending on the posting city. Metro city posting attracts higher HRA.

The age limit for IBPS PO 2026 is 20 to 30 years as of July 1, 2026. OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation (up to 33 years). SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation (up to 35 years). PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation.

Yes, IBPS PO has a Personality Test (Interview) stage worth 100 marks. The final allotment is based on a combined score of Mains Exam (80% weightage) and Interview (20% weightage).

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Post Name
IBPS CRP PO/MT 2026 – Probationary Officer / Management Trainee in Public Sector Banks
Vacancies
5,208
Last Date
09 Sep 2026
Pay Scale
Rs. 36,000 – Rs. 63,840 (approx. Rs. 74,000/month with allowances)
Category
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Status
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