Institute of Banking Personnel Selection — Department of Financial Services
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 has issued an official recruitment notification for Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT), announcing a total of 6,715 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 Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university. and be within the prescribed age limit of 20 to 30 years as of 2026-07-01 (Relaxation as per government norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per bank norms (Standard IBPS PO Pay Scale). The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview (80:20 ratio).. 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 |
| Admit Card Available | 01 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 6715 |
| Qualification | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university. |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years as of 2026-07-01 (Relaxation as per government norms) |
| Salary | As per bank norms (Standard IBPS PO Pay Scale) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 850 for General/OBC/EWS; Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PwBD |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview (80:20 ratio). |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited online applications for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) under the CRP PO/MT-XVI process for the 2026-27 financial year. A total of 6,715 vacancies have been notified across various public sector banks.
| Bank Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1900 |
| Bank of India | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1100 |
| Canara Bank | 1500 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 504 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 161 |
| Grand Total | 6,715 |
Note: Some banks have reported 'Not Reported' (NR) vacancies, which may increase the total count in future updates.
The selection process consists of two primary stages:
Warning: A negative marking of 0.25 marks per incorrect answer applies to both stages. Ensure all documents are scanned to the exact specifications mentioned in the official notification to avoid rejection during document verification.
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