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IBPS PO 2026
IBPS Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers / Management Trainees · आईबीपीएस पीओ
What is IBPS PO?
IBPS PO is the common recruitment exam for Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in participating public sector banks, conducted by IBPS through a Preliminary exam, a Main exam and an interview.
Final selection uses Main exam and interview marks in an 80:20 ratio. Provisional allotment to banks is based on merit and preference.
- Conducting body
- IBPS
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university
- Age limit
- 20–30 years
- Exam stages
- 4 stages: Preliminary exam, Main exam (objective), Main exam (descriptive), Interview
- 2026 vacancies
- Vacancies to be notified
- Negative marking
- 0.25 marks per wrong answer
IBPS PO/MT (CRP PO/MT-XVI) 2026: important dates
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Last date to apply (extended) | 26 Jul 2026 |
| Preliminary exam | 22 Aug 2026 (tentative) |
| Main exam | 4 Oct 2026 (tentative) |
Latest IBPS PO updates
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How to apply for IBPS PO
- 1Open the current CRP PO/MT 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 PO eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Candidates must be graduates on the date of registration.
- Age limit
- 20–30 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 PO exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary exam | Computer-based test | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
| Main exam (objective) | Computer-based test | 155 | 200 | 180 min |
| Main exam (descriptive) | Computer-based (typed) | 2 | 25 | 30 min |
| Interview | Interview | — | 100 | — |
IBPS PO syllabus
Preliminary
English Language
Reading comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting, Fill in the blanks, Synonyms and antonyms, Idioms and phrases, One-word substitution, Sentence improvement, Para jumbles
Preliminary
Quantitative Aptitude
Simplification and approximation, Number series, Quadratic equations, Data interpretation, Arithmetic word problems, Data sufficiency
Preliminary
Reasoning Ability
Puzzles and seating arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Blood relations, Coding-decoding, Direction sense, Input-output, Data sufficiency
Main
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude
Puzzles and seating arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Blood relations, Coding-decoding, Direction sense, Input-output, Data sufficiency, Computer fundamentals, MS Office, Internet and e-mail, Networking basics, Cyber security
Main
Banking Awareness
Current affairs (last 6 months), Banking awareness, RBI and monetary policy, Financial awareness, Government schemes, Static GK
Main
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Tables, bar, line and pie charts, Caselets, Probability, Data sufficiency
Selection process
- 1Preliminary exam (qualifying)
- 2Main exam
- 3Interview
- 4Final merit: Mains 80% + interview 20%
How to prepare for IBPS PO
- 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 PO
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real IBPS PO pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
IBPS PO: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for IBPS PO?
The age limit for IBPS PO is 20–30 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 PO?
To apply for IBPS PO: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Candidates must be graduates on the date of registration.
What is the selection process of IBPS PO?
The IBPS PO selection process is: Preliminary exam (qualifying) → Main exam → Interview → Final merit: Mains 80% + interview 20%.
Is there negative marking in IBPS PO?
Yes. Preliminary exam: 0.25 marks per wrong answer; Main exam (objective): 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
How to apply for IBPS PO?
Apply online on the official portal (https://www.ibps.in/index.php/recruitment/): 1) Open the current CRP PO/MT 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.