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IBPS Clerk 2026
IBPS Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates (Clerks) · आईबीपीएस क्लर्क
What is IBPS Clerk?
IBPS Clerk recruits Customer Service Associates (clerks) for participating public sector banks through a Preliminary and a Main exam, with state-wise vacancies and a local language proficiency test.
There is no interview. Final selection is based on Main exam marks, subject to qualifying the language proficiency test of the state applied for.
- Conducting body
- IBPS
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- Age limit
- 20–28 years
- Exam stages
- 2 stages: Preliminary exam, Main exam
- 2026 vacancies
- 11,403 vacancies
- Negative marking
- 0.25 marks per wrong answer
IBPS Clerk (CRP CSA-XVI) 2026: important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 1 Aug 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Preliminary exam | 10 Oct 2026 |
| Preliminary exam (day 2) | 11 Oct 2026 |
| Main exam | 27 Dec 2026 (tentative) |
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How to apply for IBPS Clerk
- 1Open the current CRP Clerk (CSA) notification in the Recruitment section of ibps.in
- 2Click 'Apply Online' and register with your name, mobile number and email to get a provisional registration number
- 3Fill in the form and upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format
- 4Pay the application fee online
- 5Submit and print the e-receipt and application form
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IBPS Clerk eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Candidates must be graduates on the date of registration. Proficiency in the official language of the state applied for is required.
- Age limit
- 20–28 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or other categories as specified in the notification.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
IBPS Clerk exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary exam | Computer-based test | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
| Main exam | Computer-based test | 190 | 200 | 160 min |
IBPS Clerk syllabus
Preliminary & Main
English
Reading comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting, Fill in the blanks, Synonyms and antonyms, Idioms and phrases, One-word substitution, Sentence improvement, Para jumbles
Preliminary & Main
Numerical Ability
Simplification and approximation, Number series, Quadratic equations, Data interpretation, Arithmetic word problems, Data sufficiency
Preliminary & Main
Reasoning
Puzzles and seating arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Blood relations, Coding-decoding, Direction sense, Input-output, Data sufficiency
Preliminary & Main
Financial Awareness
Current affairs (last 6 months), Banking awareness, RBI and monetary policy, Financial awareness, Government schemes, Static GK
Preliminary & Main
Computer Aptitude
Computer fundamentals, MS Office, Internet and e-mail, Networking basics, Cyber security
Selection process
- 1Preliminary exam
- 2Main exam
- 3Language proficiency test
- 4Provisional allotment
How to prepare for IBPS Clerk
- Prelims is a speed test with sectional timing — practise each section against its own clock.
- Mains decides selection: build banking and current-affairs notes from the last six months before the exam.
Practice for IBPS Clerk
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real IBPS Clerk pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
IBPS Clerk: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk?
The age limit for IBPS Clerk is 20–28 years (as on the date in the notification). Upper age relaxation: OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years, SC / ST 5 years, PwBD 10 years.
What is the educational qualification for IBPS Clerk?
To apply for IBPS Clerk: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Candidates must be graduates on the date of registration. Proficiency in the official language of the state applied for is required.
What is the selection process of IBPS Clerk?
The IBPS Clerk selection process is: Preliminary exam → Main exam → Language proficiency test → Provisional allotment.
Is there negative marking in IBPS Clerk?
Yes. Preliminary exam: 0.25 marks per wrong answer; Main exam: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
How to apply for IBPS Clerk?
Apply online on the official portal (https://www.ibps.in/index.php/recruitment/): 1) Open the current CRP Clerk (CSA) notification in the Recruitment section of ibps.in; 2) Click 'Apply Online' and register with your name, mobile number and email to get a provisional registration number; 3) Fill in the form and upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format; 4) Pay the application fee online; 5) Submit and print the e-receipt and application form.
How many vacancies are there in IBPS Clerk 2026?
IBPS Clerk (CRP CSA-XVI) 2026 has 11,403 notified vacancies, as per the official notification.