Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Cut-off Date: 21 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 20 to 30 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 20 yrs | 30 yrs | — | 22 Jul 1996 to 21 Jul 2006 |
| EWS | 20 yrs | 30 yrs | — | 22 Jul 1996 to 21 Jul 2006 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 yrs | 33 yrs | +3 yrs | 22 Jul 1993 to 21 Jul 2006 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 20 yrs | 35 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jul 1991 to 21 Jul 2006 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 20 yrs | 35 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jul 1991 to 21 Jul 2006 |
| PwD (General) | 20 yrs | 40 yrs | +10 yrs | 22 Jul 1986 to 21 Jul 2006 |
Prescribed Age: 20–30 Years (As on 21 Jul 2026)
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has issued an official recruitment notification for Probationary Officer, Management Trainee, Specialist Officer, announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 21 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduation from a recognized university; specific professional degrees required for SO posts. and be within the prescribed age limit of As per standard banking sector norms, usually 20-30 years with government-mandated relaxations., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per industry standards for Public Sector Banks (Scale I).. The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Exam, Main Examination, and Personal Interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
21 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 01 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer, Management Trainee, Specialist Officer |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Graduation from a recognized university; specific professional degrees required for SO posts. |
| Age Limit | As per standard banking sector norms, usually 20-30 years with government-mandated relaxations. |
| Salary | As per industry standards for Public Sector Banks (Scale I). |
| Application Fee | Refer to official notification on ibps.in |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Examination, and Personal Interview. |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has initiated the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for the 2027–28 banking cycle. This recruitment drive covers vacancies for Probationary Officers (PO), Management Trainees (MT), and various Specialist Officer (SO) cadres across participating public sector banks.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Main Examination | October/November 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria before applying:
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