IBPS PO & MT XVI Recruitment 2026

IBPS PO & MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official recruitment notification for the post of Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO/MT-XVI) for the 2026–27 vacancy cycle. A total of 4,455 vacancies have been announced across various participating Public Sector Banks in India.

Eligible candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university can apply online through the official IBPS portal starting from August 01, 2026. Detailed information regarding key dates, age limits, educational qualifications, fee structure, selection procedure, and application steps is provided below.

Important Dates

Event / Process	Date
Online Application Start Date	01 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee	31 August 2026
IBPS PO Preliminary Examination Date	18 October 2026
Mains Examination Date	To Be Announced (Tentative: Nov/Dec 2026)

Vacancy Details & Qualification

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Educational Qualification
Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) XVI	4,455	Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.

Age Limit Criteria

Age requirements are calculated as per the official notification cutoff date:

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

Age Relaxation Rules

• SC / ST: Upper age relaxation of 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Upper age relaxation of 3 years
• PwBD Candidates: Upper age relaxation of 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee (Inclusive of GST)
General / OBC / EWS	₹850/-
SC / ST / PwBD	₹175/-

Payment Mode: Payment must be made online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets, or UPI.

Selection Process

The recruitment process for IBPS PO/MT XVI involves a three-tier selection framework:

• Stage 1: Preliminary Examination – Online objective test (100 Marks) testing English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
• Stage 2: Main Examination – Combined objective test (200 Marks) and descriptive test (25 Marks) covering Reasoning, Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and English Essay/Letter Writing.
• Stage 3: Common Interview – Conducted by Participating Organizations and coordinated by IBPS (100 Marks).
• Final Stage: Document Verification & Provisional Allotment – Based on combined performance in Mains and Interview.

How to Apply for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following the steps outlined below:

• Visit the official portal of IBPS at ibps.in.
• Click on the "CRP PO/MT" link on the homepage and select "Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers/ Management Trainees XVI".
• Click on "Click here for New Registration" and enter your basic details such as Name, Contact Number, and Email ID.
• Note down the generated Registration Number and Password sent via SMS/Email.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents including Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and a Hand-written Declaration.
• Fill in academic, personal, and bank preference details accurately.
• Preview the complete application form to check for any errors before final submission.
• Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the required application fee online.
• Download and print the final submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.