The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the CRP PO/MT-XVI notification for the recruitment of 6,715 Probationary Officers (PO) / Management Trainees in participating public sector banks. Online registration is open at ibps.in and the last date to apply is 21 July 2026. Graduates in any discipline aged 20–30 can apply. Below are the full details — eligibility, exam pattern, fee, salary and the step-by-step application process.
Overview
| Recruiting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee |
| Vacancies | 6,715 |
| Application dates | 1 July – 21 July 2026 |
| Apply at | ibps.in |
| Qualification | Graduation (any discipline) |
| Age limit | 20 to 30 years (with relaxations) |
| Selection | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
Eligibility
You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university and have basic computer/IT proficiency as prescribed. The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on the cut-off date in the notification, with upper-age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwBD and other reserved categories as per government rules.
Application Fee
The fee is approximately ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, paid online. Confirm the exact fee on the official notification before paying.
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Selection is in three stages:
- Preliminary Exam: objective test (English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning) of 100 marks, 1 hour.
- Main Exam: objective (Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English, Data Analysis & Interpretation) plus a descriptive English test.
- Interview: candidates shortlisted from Mains are called for interview, followed by provisional allotment to a participating bank.
Salary
A Bank PO is appointed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I with a basic pay of around ₹48,480 plus DA, HRA and other allowances, taking gross monthly pay to roughly ₹57,000–₹65,000 depending on the city and bank.
How to Apply
- Visit ibps.in and open the CRP PO/MT-XVI “Apply Online” link.
- Register with your name, email and mobile to get your registration number and password.
- Fill the form and upload photo, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per specifications.
- Pay the fee online and submit; take a printout of the confirmation for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO 2026?
21 July 2026 (online).
Can final-year students apply?
You must possess the degree on or before the date specified in the notification — check the official rule.
How many vacancies are there?
6,715 Probationary Officer posts across participating public sector banks.
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