IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Probationary Officer (PO) & Management Trainee (MT) Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Notification under CRP PO/MT-XVI for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) in participating public sector banks for 2027-28 vacancies. The online application process begins on 1 July 2026 and will remain open until 21 July 2026. Eligible graduates can submit their applications online through the IBPS official website. The recruitment process includes Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Personality Test, Interview, and Provisional Allotment. Candidates are advised to check the complete eligibility criteria, important dates, application fee, exam pattern, and selection process before applying.
Quick Overview Of IBPS PO & MT Recruitment 2026
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Number | CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Recruitment Type | Common Recruitment Process (CRP) |
| Vacancy Year | 2027-28 |
| Job Sector | Banking Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | September 2026 |
| Main Exam | October 2026 |
| Main Result | November 2026 |
| Personality Test | November 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Vacancy Details & Participating Banks Of IBPS PO & MT Recruitment 2026
A total of 6,715 indicative vacancies have been announced under CRP PO/MT-XVI. These vacancies are distributed among participating public sector banks. However, Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India have not reported (NR) their vacancies at the time of notification. The vacancies are indicative and may change based on the actual requirements of the participating banks.
| Participating Bank | Total Vacancies |
| Bank of Baroda | 1,900 |
| Bank of India | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1,100 |
| Canara Bank | 1,500 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Indian Bank | NR (Not Reported |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 504 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 161 |
| UCO Bank | NR (Not Reported |
| Union Bank of India | NR (Not Reported) |
| Total | 6,715 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 2,719 |
| OBC | 1816 |
| SC | 1,009 |
| EWS | 669 |
| ST | 502 |
| Total | 6,715 |
PwBD Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
| Hearing Impairment (HI) | 73 |
| Orthopedically Challenged (OC) | 70 |
| Visual Impairment (VI) | 67 |
| ntellectual Disability (ID) | 77 |
| Total PwBD Vacancies | 287 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- A Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute
- Candidates must have obtained their Degree/Mark Sheet on or before 21 July 2026.
- Graduation percentage/CGPA (converted to percentage, if applicable) must be mentioned in the online application form.
Experience Required
- No prior work experience is required.
Age Limit
- Age is Calculated as on 01 July 2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years ( must have been born not later than 01 July 2006 )
- Maximum Age: 30 Years ( must have been born not earlier than 02 July 1996 )
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs (with at least 5 years of service) | 5 Years |
Salary
Selected candidates for the post of Probationary Officer (PO)/Management Trainee (MT) will receive the following pay scale:
- Basic Pay - ₹48,480
- Pay Scale - ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850/- |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personality Test (Mandatory but Non-Qualifying)
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Provisional Allotment
IBPS PO Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Negative Marking
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
- No penalty for unanswered questions.
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 01 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 July 2026 |
| Edit Window | 2 Days after Registration Closes |
| Pre-Examination Training | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Admit Card | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | September 2026 |
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying online:
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- SSC/SSLC/10th Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Graduation Mark Sheet/Degree Certificate
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate mentioned in Clause J(ix), if applicable
- Live Photograph captured through Webcam/Mobile during registration
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Click on CRP PO/MT-XVI.
- Select "Click Here for New Registration."
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Web Links To Apply
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
Important Points to Remember
- Apply online before 21 July 2026.
- Keep all required documents ready before registration.
- Upload clear photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Candidates must capture and upload a live photograph during registration.
- No offline application will be accepted.
- Regularly visit the IBPS website for updates regarding admit cards and examination.
