The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Notification under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO/MT-XVI) for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) in participating Public Sector Banks. This year, 6,715 vacancies have been announced, making it one of the biggest banking recruitment drives of the year.
IBPS PO Recruitment 2026
The online application process begins on 01 July 2026 and will remain open until 21 July 2026. Eligible graduates from any recognized university can apply online through the official IBPS website. The recruitment process includes a Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Personality Test, Interview, and Provisional Allotment.
IBPS has announced a total of 6,715 vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee in various participating Public Sector Banks. These vacancies will be filled through the Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO/MT-XVI). Candidates will be provisionally allotted to participating banks based on merit, category, preferences, and available vacancies.
IBPS PO Bharti 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Title | IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 |
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Vacancies | 6,715 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS PO Vacancy 2026
| Participating Banks | Vacancy |
| Bank of Baroda | 1900 |
| Bank of India | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1100 |
| Canara Bank | 1500 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Indian Bank | – |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 504 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 161 |
| UCO Bank | – |
| Union Bank of India | – |
| Total Vacancy | 6715 |
Eligibility Criteria Probationary Officer (PO/MT-XVI)
Education Qualification
A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Govt. Of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. The candidate must possess valid Mark-sheet / Degree Certificate that he/ she is a graduate on the day he / she registers and indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation while registering online.
Age Limit
Minimum: 20 years, Maximum: 30 years. i.e. A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive). Age Relaxation as per government rules.
Salary / Pay of Scale
Basic: ₹ 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920. The official will be eligible for allowances & perquisites as per rules of the Participating Bank in force from time to time.
Application Fees / Intimation Charges
Application Fees/ Intimation Charges [Payable from 01.07.2026 to 21.07.2026 (Only online payment), both dates inclusive] shall be as follows :
- Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- Rs. 850 /- (inclusive of GST) for all others.
Bank Transaction charges for Online Payment of application fees/ intimation charges will have to be borne by the candidate.
Selection Process for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026
The IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personality Test
- Interview
- Final Merit List
- Provisional Allotment
IBPS PO Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
IBPS PO Main Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 |
| General, Economy & Banking Awareness | 50 | 60 |
| English Language | 40 | 20 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 40 | 60 |
| Descriptive Test (Essay & Comprehension) | 2 | 25 |
How to Apply for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Click on CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review all details before submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
The IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 presents an outstanding opportunity for graduates aspiring to build a rewarding career in the banking sector. With 6,715 vacancies, an attractive salary package, structured promotion opportunities, and placements in leading Public Sector Banks across India, this recruitment drive is expected to witness massive participation.