IBPS PO / Management Trainee XVI Recruitment 2026

IBPS PO / Management Trainee XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) under the CRP PO/MT-XVI batch for the year 2026. A total of 4,455 vacancies have been announced across various participating public sector banks in India. Eligible candidates holding a Graduation degree in any discipline can submit their online applications starting from August 1, 2026, through the official IBPS portal.

Recruitment Organization	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name	CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Total Vacancies	4,455 Posts
Job Category	Bank Jobs / Central Government
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	ibps.in

Important Dates

Candidates preparing for the IBPS PO XVI Exam 2026 must keep track of key dates regarding application submission, exam schedule, and fee payment:

Event Schedule	Date
Notification Release Date	July 31, 2026
Online Registration Start Date	August 01, 2026
Last Date for Apply Online	August 28, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	August 28, 2026
Preliminary Examination Date	October 18, 2026
Main Examination Date	November / December 2026 (Tentative)

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Mobile Wallets. The fee breakdown is as follows:

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹850/-
SC / ST / PwD	₹175/-

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Degree Required: A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
• Candidates must possess a valid Mark-sheet / Degree Certificate that certifies they are a graduate on the day they register and indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation while registering online.
• Computer Literacy: Operating and working knowledge in computer systems is desirable.

Age Limit (As on 01/08/2026)

Candidates applying for IBPS PO XVI Recruitment must satisfy the following age criteria:

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• (Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2006, both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation

Upper age limit relaxation is applicable as per Government of India guidelines:

• SC / ST: 5 Years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
• PwD Candidates: 10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts	Qualification
IBPS PO / Management Trainee XVI	4,455	Bachelor's Degree in Any Discipline

Selection Process

The selection process for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026 consists of three comprehensive stages. Candidates must qualify in each stage to proceed to the final selection list:

1. Preliminary Examination

An online objective exam consisting of 100 questions carrying 100 marks with a total duration of 60 minutes (20 minutes per section). Sections include English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.

2. Main Examination

Combines Objective Tests (200 marks) evaluating Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation, followed by a Descriptive Paper (25 marks) on Letter Writing & Essay.

3. Common Interview

Candidates short-listed in the Main examination will subsequently be called for an Interview conducted by the Participating Banks and coordinated by IBPS (Total Marks: 100).

Step-by-Step How to Apply

Follow these instructions carefully to submit your application online for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026:

• Step 1: Visit the official website of IBPS at ibps.in.
• Step 2: On the homepage, click on the section titled "CRP PO/MT" and then open "Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers / Management Trainees XVI".
• Step 3: Click on "CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION" to enter your basic details like Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID. A System-generated Registration Number and Password will be sent via SMS/Email.
• Step 4: Upload scanned copies of your recent Passport Size Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and a Handwritten Declaration.
• Step 5: Fill in educational qualifications, work experience, category details, and bank preferences accurately.
• Step 6: Preview the application form carefully before clicking on final submit to check for any errors.
• Step 7: Pay the required Application Fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
• Step 8: Download and take a printout of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future recruitment reference.

Important Links

Link Description	Link
Apply Online	Click Here (Active on 01-08-2026)
Detailed Notification PDF	Download Notification
Official Website	ibps.in