IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI 2026 Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) Common Recruitment Process (CRP) every year. The IBPS PO 2026 (CRP-XVI) exam aims to select eligible candidates for PO/MT posts in 11 participating public sector banks across India. The exam dates for both Prelims and Mains have been released, with Prelims scheduled for 22nd and 23rd August 2026, and Mains on 4th October 2026. The detailed official notification, including the number of vacancies and application dates, is expected in June 2026.

Important Dates

Candidates should note these important dates for the IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI 2026 recruitment. The online registration dates will be announced with the official notification.

Application Fee

The application fee for IBPS PO 2026 must be paid online. Fees are non-refundable.

Age Limit

As of the specified cut-off date (to be confirmed in official notification, likely 01.07.2026 based on source's 01.07.2006 example), candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age. This means candidates should not have been born earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive, as per source example).

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules:

Vacancy Details

The exact number of vacancies for IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI 2026 will be announced along with the official notification PDF in June 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed post-wise and bank-wise vacancy distribution.

For reference, in the previous year (IBPS PO 2025), a total of 6189 vacancies were released.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for IBPS PO 2026:

Educational Qualification

• Graduation Degree: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
• Candidates must possess a valid mark sheet / degree certificate proving their graduation on the day of registration and must indicate the percentage of marks obtained.
• Computer Literacy: Working knowledge of computer systems is essential as the exam is conducted online.

Nationality / Citizenship

A candidate must be either:

1. A Citizen of India
2. A Subject of Nepal or Bhutan
3. A Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement
4. A Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who has migrated from specific countries (Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam) with the intention of permanent settlement in India.

Candidates belonging to categories 2, 3, and 4 must have an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.

Selection Process

The IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI 2026 selection process involves three main stages:

1. Online Preliminary Examination: This is a qualifying exam. Candidates are shortlisted for the Mains exam based on their performance.
2. Online Mains Examination: Candidates must qualify both sectional and overall cut-offs in the Mains exam to be eligible for the interview. This stage includes an objective test and a descriptive paper.
3. Interview: Conducted by participating organizations and coordinated by Nodal Banks. It carries a maximum of 100 marks, with minimum qualifying marks (40% for General, 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD).

The final merit list is prepared based on the combined performance in the Mains Examination and Interview, with a weightage ratio of 80:20 respectively. Provisional allotment to banks is done based on merit and candidate preferences.

Salary

The initial in-hand salary for an IBPS Probationary Officer ranges from Rs. 74,000 to Rs. 76,000 per month, including dearness allowances, special allowances, and other benefits. The basic pay scale is Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920.

How to Apply

Eligible and interested candidates will need to apply online through the official IBPS website, www.ibps.in, once the registration window opens in June 2026. Follow these general steps:

1. Visit the official IBPS website and navigate to the CRP PO/MT section.
2. Click on the "Apply Online" link for IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI 2026.
3. Register by providing basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password.
4. Fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all information is accurate.
5. Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the specified format and size.
6. Pay the application fee online using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
7. Review the application form carefully before final submission.
8. Print the e-receipt and the submitted application form for future reference.

Candidates must have a valid email ID and ensure they use a compatible web browser (Internet Explorer 8+, Mozilla Firefox 3.0+, Google Chrome 3.0+) for a smooth application process.

Important Links

Use the official links fields below for direct access to the notification, apply online portal, and other relevant resources once they are active.

FAQs Summary

For quick answers to common questions regarding IBPS PO 2026 recruitment, refer to the FAQs section below.