Institute of Banking Personnel Selection — Department of Financial Services
| Organization / University | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection |
|---|---|
| Exam / Course Name | PO, MT, Specialist Officer, Clerk, RRB Officer, Office Assistant |
| Update Category | Official Notification |
| Status | DECLARED & ACTIVE |
| Official Portal | https://www.ibps.in/ |
| Exam Date | 22 Aug 2026 |
|---|
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the tentative calendar for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for 2026-27. This schedule encompasses recruitment cycles for Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). Candidates should note that these dates are subject to change based on administrative requirements, government advisories, or court directives.
The following table outlines the tentative dates for the Preliminary and Main examinations for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees (PO/MT), Specialist Officers (SPL), and Customer Service Associates (CSA/Clerks).
| Exam Stage | PO/MT (CRP-XVI) | Specialist Officer (SPL-XVI) | Clerk (CSA-XVI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary | 2026-08-22 & 2026-08-23 | 2026-08-29 | 2026-10-10 & 2026-10-11 |
| Main | 2026-10-04 | 2026-11-01 | 2026-12-27 |
The schedule for Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs-XV) recruitment, covering Officer Scale I, II, and III, as well as Office Assistants, is provided below.
| Exam Stage | Officer Scale I | Officer Scale II & III | Office Assistants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary | 2026-11-21 & 2026-11-22 | N/A (Single Exam) | 2026-12-06, 12, 13 |
| Main/Single | 2026-12-20 | 2026-12-20 | 2027-01-30 |
Candidates must adhere to the following guidelines for the upcoming recruitment cycles:
Warning: Always verify the specific recruitment notification on the official IBPS website for exact eligibility, vacancies, and application fee details, as the calendar does not provide these specifics.
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