IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 – 6,715 Posts, Apply Online

 

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) / Management Trainees (MT) in participating Public Sector Banks. Initially, 6,715 vacancies were announced, although some reports indicate the vacancy count has since been revised upward.

Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Advertisement	CRP PO/MT-XVI
Total Posts	6,715 (initial notification)
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	IBPS

Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
• Total Vacancies: 6,715 (Initial notification)

Salary

Selected candidates will receive a salary as per the applicable bank rules. The basic pay starts at approximately ₹48,480, with gross monthly salary generally ranging around ₹74,000–₹76,000 depending on the posting location and allowances.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

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

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of India.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
SC / ST / PwBD	₹175
General / OBC / EWS	₹850

Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Interview
4. Provisional Allotment

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Starts	01 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	21 July 2026
Preliminary Exam	22 & 23 August 2026
Main Exam	04 October 2026

How to Apply

1. Visit the official IBPS website.
2. Click on CRP PO/MT-XVI Apply Online.
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in the application form carefully.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Submit the form and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Link

Online Application Form	Click Here
Advertisement Details	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

 

FAQs

1. How many vacancies are available in IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?
 The initial notification announced 6,715 vacancies, though IBPS has since reported an increase in vacancies.

2. What is the last date to apply?
 21 July 2026.

3. What is the educational qualification required?
A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

4. What is the selection process?
 Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview, and Provisional Allotment.