Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 – Probationary Officer / Management Trainee (Vacancies of 2027-28)
Short Details of Notification
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official detailed notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees (CRP PO/MT-XVI) for vacancies of the year 2027-28 in Participating Public Sector Banks. The IBPS PO/MT XVI notification was released on 01-07-2026, and interested candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria can apply online from 01-07-2026 to 21-07-2026 through the official website www.ibps.in. This recruitment drive is aimed at filling 6715 indicative vacancies of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee posts across 11 Participating Public Sector Banks. The selection will be done through a two-tier online examination (Preliminary and Main), followed by a Personality Test and Common Interview. All important details such as important dates, application fee, age limit, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, exam pattern and selection process are explained below in a simplified, table-based format for candidate convenience.
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Age Limit
| Age Reckoned As On | 01-07-2026 |
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Date of Birth Eligibility | Candidate must be born not earlier than 02-07-1996 and not later than 01-07-2006 (both dates inclusive) |
Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers (including ECOs/SSCOs with min. 5 years military service) | 5 Years |
Note: Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC is allowed cumulatively with only one of the remaining relaxation categories (PwBD or Ex-Servicemen).
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancy: 6715 (Indicative)
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 285 | 142 | 513 | 190 | 770 | 1900 |
| Bank of India | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 165 | 82 | 297 | 110 | 446 | 1100 |
| Canara Bank | 225 | 112 | 405 | 150 | 608 | 1500 |
| Central Bank of India | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 |
| Indian Bank | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 84 | 41 | 148 | 54 | 223 | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 76 | 38 | 136 | 50 | 204 | 504 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 24 | 13 | 47 | 15 | 62 | 161 |
| UCO Bank | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Union Bank of India | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| TOTAL | 1009 | 502 | 1816 | 669 | 2719 | 6715 |
NR = Not Reported by the Bank. Vacancies are indicative and may include backlog vacancies for some banks.
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) Vacancy Break-up (Included in Total)
| HI (Hearing Impaired) | OC (Orthopedically Challenged) | VI (Visually Impaired) | ID (Intellectual Disability) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 70 | 67 | 77 |
Participating Banks (11 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 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Govt. of India, or an equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Candidate must possess a valid Mark-sheet/Degree Certificate on the day of registration, with final result declared on or before 21-07-2026. |
| Nationality | Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 01-01-1962, or Person of Indian Origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam with intention to permanently settle in India (subject to Government of India eligibility certificate). |
| Additional Condition | Merely qualifying the CRP does not guarantee employment; final selection is subject to document verification and the sole discretion of the allotted Participating Bank. |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Probationary Officer/Management Trainee |
| Basic Pay Scale | ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Allowances | Eligible for allowances & perquisites as per rules of the concerned Participating Bank, in force from time to time. |
Exam Pattern
a) Preliminary Examination (Objective Test) – 60 Minutes
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | English | 20 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | English & Hindi | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | English & Hindi | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | — | 60 min |
b) Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive) – 160 Minutes
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 min |
| General/Economy/Banking/Digital/Financial Awareness incl. RBI Circulars | 50 | 60 | English & Hindi | 35 min |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | English | 35 min |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 min |
| Total (Objective) | 170 | 200 | — | 160 min |
| Descriptive Paper (Essay & Comprehension) | 02 | 25 | English | 30 min |
Penalty for Wrong Answers: 0.25 (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each wrong answer in the Objective Tests. No penalty for unattempted questions.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Online Preliminary Examination (Qualifying) |
| Stage 2 | Online Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive) |
| Stage 3 | Personality Test (Self-Report, Non-Qualifying but Mandatory) |
| Stage 4 | Common Interview (100 Marks; Min. qualifying 40%, 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) |
| Stage 5 | Provisional Allotment to Participating Banks |
Final Merit is prepared using the 80:20 weightage ratio of Main Examination marks and Interview marks respectively.
How to Apply
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official IBPS website www.ibps.in and click on “CRP PO/MT” link on the homepage. |
| 2 | Click “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP-PROBATIONARY OFFICERS/MANAGEMENT TRAINEES (CRP-PO/MT-XVI)”. |
| 3 | Click “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and fill basic details to generate Provisional Registration Number & Password. |
| 4 | Upload Photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm), Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Hand Written Declaration and SSC/SSLC/10th Certificate as per specifications. |
| 5 | Fill the complete application form carefully using “SAVE AND NEXT” facility. |
| 6 | Pay the requisite Application Fee/Intimation Charges through Online Mode (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI etc.). |
| 7 | Submit the form and take a printout of the system generated application form and e-receipt for future reference. |
Important Links
| Action Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
| Download Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
| Join WhatsApp Group | CLICK HERE |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026
Q1. When was the IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026 notification released?
The IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI notification was officially released on 01-07-2026 by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026?
Candidates can apply online for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026 from 01-07-2026 to 21-07-2026 through www.ibps.in.
Q3. How many total vacancies are there in IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026?
IBPS has released a total of 6715 indicative vacancies for the Probationary Officer/Management Trainee post under CRP PO/MT-XVI for vacancies of 2027-28.
Q4. What is the age limit for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026?
The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on 01-07-2026, with age relaxation applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the application fee for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026?
The application fee is ₹175/- (inclusive of GST) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and ₹850/- (inclusive of GST) for General/EWS/OBC candidates.
Q6. What is the educational qualification required for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026?
Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, with the final result declared on or before 21-07-2026.
Q7. What is the selection process for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026?
The selection process consists of Online Preliminary Examination, Online Main Examination, Personality Test and Common Interview, followed by Provisional Allotment to Participating Banks.
Q8. Which banks are participating in IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026?
The 11 Participating Banks are 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 and Union Bank of India.
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