IBPS PO Notification 2026: Apply Online for 7,365 CRP PO/MT-XVI Vacancies

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially updated and released the revised notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers / Management Trainees (CRP PO/MT-XVI) for the recruitment cycle 2027–28. Following an upward revision of figures, the total number of vacancies stands at an impressive 7,365 posts across 11 participating public sector banks.

The online registration window is active, providing banking aspirants a major gateway to secure executive careers in India’s premier public sector banking network.

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Organization Name	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Recruitment Cycle	Common Recruitment Process — CRP PO/MT-XVI
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Total Vacancies	7,365 Posts (Revised)
Job Location	Across India (Pan-India Participating Banks)
Application Mode	Online
Online Registration Starts	1st July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	21st July 2026
Official Website	www.ibps.in

Bank-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (Revised)

The 7,365 vacancies are distributed among major participating public sector banks:

Participating Bank	SC	ST	OBC (NCL)	EWS	UR	Total Vacancies
Bank of Baroda	285	142	513	190	770	1,900
Bank of India	75	37	135	50	203	500
Bank of Maharashtra	165	82	297	110	446	1,100
Canara Bank	225	112	405	150	608	1,500
Central Bank of India	75	37	135	50	203	500
Indian Bank	122	60	199	52	217	650
Indian Overseas Bank	84	41	148	54	223	550
Punjab National Bank	76	38	136	50	204	504
Punjab & Sind Bank	24	13	47	15	62	161
UCO Bank	—	—	—	—	—	Reported / Updated
Union Bank of India	—	—	—	—	—	Reported / Updated
Total	1,131	562	2,015	721	2,936	7,365

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree (Bachelor’s Degree) in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
• The final result/mark sheet must have been declared on or before the application deadline.

2. Age Limit (As of 1st July 2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years
• Note: A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive).
• Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxed for reserved categories:
  • SC / ST: 5 Years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: 5 Years

Salary Structure and Pay Scale

• Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – 85,920
• Selected Probationary Officers start at a basic pay of ₹48,480/- per month, backed by multiple lucrative perks including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), medical coverage, and lease accommodations as per bank rules.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection structure features preliminary screening, rigorous mains testing, a newly introduced behavioral assessment stage, and a final interview:

1. Preliminary Examination (Online Objective): Qualifying in nature.
   • English Language: 30 Questions | 30 Marks | 20 Minutes
   • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 Questions | 35 Marks | 20 Minutes
   • Reasoning Ability: 35 Questions | 35 Marks | 20 Minutes
   • Total: 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes (Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer).
2. Main Examination (Online Objective + Descriptive): Scores count toward final merit. Includes core tests on Reasoning/Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis/Interpretation, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, and English Language, followed by a descriptive writing test.
3. Personality Test: A mandatory non-qualifying behavioral evaluation stage introduced to check professional aptitude and communication persona before final interviewing.
4. Interview: Conducted by participating banks coordinated by IBPS.

Application Fee

• SC / ST / PwBD Categories: ₹175/- (inclusive of GST / intimation charges)
• General / OBC / EWS Categories: ₹850/- (inclusive of GST / application fee)
• Payment Mode: Online payment gateway using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or UPI.

How to Apply Online

1. Official Website: Access the official IBPS portal at www.ibps.in.
2. CRP PO/MT Section: Click on the home page link reading “CRP PO/MT” and select “Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officer/Management Trainee XVI”.
3. New Registration: Choose “Click here for New Registration” and enter basic personal details, active mobile number, and email address to generate login credentials.
4. Complete Application Form: Re-login using your registration number and password to feed detailed academic history, personal profile, and preferred exam center choices.
5. Document Uploads: Upload scanned files of your passport-size photo, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per official dimension formats.
6. Fee Submission: Complete the online transaction via the integrated payment gateway.
7. Print Confirmation: Save and print electronic copies of the completed application form and fee payment e-receipt.

🔗 Apply Online / Official Registration Link

📄 Download Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the total number of vacancies announced for IBPS PO 2026?

A: A total of 7,365 vacancies have been notified under CRP PO/MT-XVI after recent upward revisions.

Q2: What is the age bracket to apply for IBPS PO/MT-XVI?

A: Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as of 1st July 2026, with designated upper age relaxations for reserved categories.

Q3: Is there a change in the exam pattern this year?

A: Yes, IBPS has updated structural components in the main examination blueprint alongside the addition of a mandatory pre-interview Personality Test stage.

Q4: What is the application fee for General and OBC candidates?

A: The application fee is ₹850/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay an intimation charge of ₹175/-.

Q5: Are final-year graduation students eligible to apply?

A: Only candidates who hold a valid graduation degree certificate with results declared on or before the application closing date are eligible.