IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026

7,365 Probationary Officer (PO)/Management Trainee Vacancies

📢 Latest Update

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has extended the last date for online registration to 26 July 2026. The revised notification has also increased the vacancies to 7,365 across participating Public Sector Banks.

Recruitment at a Glance

Recruiting Agency: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)

Post: Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)

Recruitment Process: CRP PO/MT-XVI

Job Location: Anywhere in India

Vacancies: 7,365

Mode of Application: Online only

Participating Banks

Bank of Baroda

Bank of India

Bank of Maharashtra

Canara Bank

Central Bank of India

Indian Bank

Indian Overseas Bank

Punjab National Bank

Punjab & Sind Bank

UCO Bank

Union Bank of India

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India.

Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible unless the degree is obtained by the prescribed date.

Basic computer knowledge is desirable.

Age Limit (As on 1 July 2026)

Minimum: 20 years

Maximum: 30 years

Candidates should have been born between 2 July 1996 and 1 July 2006 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.

Age Relaxation

SC/ST – 5 years

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years

PwBD – 10 years

Ex-Servicemen and other categories – As per Government norms.

Salary & Benefits

Basic Pay

₹48,480

Approximate Gross Monthly Salary

Around ₹82,000 (varies depending on place of posting and allowances).

Additional Benefits

Dearness Allowance (DA)

House Rent Allowance (HRA)

City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)

Medical Benefits

Leave Fare Concession (LFC)

Newspaper Allowance

Pension benefits under NPS

Performance-linked career progression

Opportunities for promotion to Scale II, III and higher executive positions.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of:

Stage I Preliminary Examination

Stage II Main Examination

Stage III Interview

Final Merit Based on marks obtained in the Main Examination and Interview.

Examination Pattern

Preliminary Examination

Section

Questions

Marks

English Language

30

30

Quantitative Aptitude

35

35

Reasoning Ability

35

35

Total: 100 Questions • 100 Marks • 60 Minutes

Main Examination

Reasoning & Computer Aptitude

General/Economy/Banking Awareness

English Language

Data Analysis & Interpretation

Descriptive Test (Essay & Letter Writing)

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS: ₹850

SC / ST / PwBD: ₹175

Important Dates

Online Registration Begins: 1 July 2026

Last Date to Apply: 26 July 2026 (Extended)

Preliminary Examination: 22 & 23 August 2026

Main Examination: 4 October 2026

How to Apply

Visit the official IBPS website.

Register online.

Complete the application form.

Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration.

Pay the application fee.

Submit and download the application for future reference.

🎯 Why Choose IBPS PO?

✔ One of India's most prestigious banking careers.

✔ Attractive salary package with excellent allowances.

✔ Fast career progression to Scale II, III and senior management.

✔ Job security with nationwide posting opportunities.

✔ Excellent exposure in retail, corporate, MSME, agriculture and digital banking.

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